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Importance of Maintenance of Specialty Finishes
SPECIALTY FINISHES
Wax Finishes
Maintenance tips specific to wax-type finishes include:
• As with any wood floor, follow a program of sweeping and vacuuming.
• Wipe up spills immediately with a dry cloth....
Importance of Maintenance for Surface Finishes
SURFACE FINISHES
Maintenance tips specific to surface-type finishes (water-based urethane, oil-modified polyurethane, conversion varnish, moisturecured urethane and the finishes on most factoryfinished...
Importance of Maintenance
While specific finish types may require different maintenance, some guidelines apply to the care of all wood floors:
• Floor protector pads should be installed on the bottom of all furniture legs befor...
Sustainability
One of the many benefits of wood floors is that the raw material used to make them is sustainable and renewable. Under good forest management, the harvested wood is “replaced” either by natural or art...
Grading
Grading
Among the many qualities that influence the appearance of wood flooring is the grade of the wood. The tree from which lumber and flooring is obtained is a product of its environment, which incl...
Photosensitivity
Photosensitivity is the degree to which all species change color in response to natural sunlight or UV light. Depending on how much natural sunlight or UV light the wood is exposed to will determine h...
Engineered vs Solid Wood
Which is better, engineered or solid wood flooring?
When it comes to choosing between engineered wood flooring and solid wood flooring, there are several factors to consider, such as durability, appe...
How many times can hardwood be refinished?
How Many Times Can a Wood Floor Be Sanded?
Wood floors are a durable and renewable flooring option that can be refinished multiple times throughout their lifespan. When maintained properly, wood f...
Distinguishing Red Oak from White Oak
Generally speaking, oak species can be placed into one of two categories: red oak or white oak. When purchasing red or white oak flooring, you actually may not be purchasing Quercus rubra or Quercus ...
Grain and Textures
Grain/Texture
The direction, size, arrangement, appearance, or
quality of the fibers in wood is what defines grain.
Texture often is used interchangeably with grain. It
sometimes is used to combine th...
