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Wooden Flooring Care Advice London

Prized for its natural beauty, strength and overall durability, hardwood flooring is now commonplace in schools, leisure centres, hotels and domestic properties alike. However, here at Ajax Flooring our experience in all manner of flooring London has taught us that there are a number of things that can be done to care for timber floors, therefore extending their life considerably. Commercial clients especially should take care to protect their flooring investment, particularly if the floor is subject to heavy and/or constant use. Whether you have solid or engineered hardwood flooring we offer care advice that sees wood shining for longer.

There are certain preventative measures you can take to ensure your Ajax Flooring floor stays looking new for longer. Knowing what can damage the wood in your floor is the first step to preserving it, and most dangers can be identified with a little common sense.

Moisture

Although treated to create a high quality finish, wood remains a natural material which can be damaged by too much moisture or standing water. This means homeowners and caretakers should avoid washing their floor using wet mops wherever possible, unless this has been deemed ok by the flooring supplier. Furthermore, make sure that any spillages or leaks are remedied immediately in order to avoid damage to the finish, discolouration and deterioration.

Dirt and Gravel

School children, guests or simply members of the family can all bring dirt and grit into the house by not removing their shoes. Stiff, high quality mats at entrances or a no shoes rule can prevent dirt becoming ingrained and grit scratching the floor’s surface.

Sunlight

Finally, many people overlook the effect that constant direct sunlight has on wood. Avoid continued exposure as this can lead to the appearance becoming dull. For more information regarding flooring London from our team or further care advice please fill out the enquiry form on our website.

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