Keep Your Wood Floors Clean

• Remove grit regularly with a dust mop, soft broom or vacuum
• Wipe up spills with a clean barely damp cloth
• Do not use waxes, furniture polish, Murphy's oil soap
• Do not use Pine Sol or Ammonia
• Do use a diluted solution of mild (dish) soap and water

Protect Your Wood Floors

• Use floor protectors on the bottoms of all furniture
• High heels can dent the wood fibers of your floor
• Use area rugs in front of sink and walk off mats at entry ways
• All surfaces can be scratched - keep dogs toenails trimmed

Control Your Homes Humidity

• Dry air will cause your floor to contract causing boards to separate
• A humidifier should be used if indoor humidity drops below 40%
• If humidity rises over 50% use air conditioning or fans for ventilation

Before the finish on your floor is worn through to bare wood - schedule a buff and coat with 1st Avenue Hardwood Floors