Flooring Maintenance | Greenfield, IN | Cox Hardwood Flooring LLC (2024)

FAQs

Do hardwood floors require maintenance? ›

Clean Weekly

Over time, debris builds up on hardwood floors. That's why it's important to clean them on a regular basis. However, there's a right way and a wrong way to clean floors. It's best to use a cleaner that's made for your floor's finish.

What Does a Floor Warranty Pay for? A flooring warranty from a great company will pay for a full replacement, including tear-out, installation, materials, and labor.

Depending on a floor's thickness and the experience of the flooring professional, a floor can be sanded around 4-6 times in its entire life. Hardwood floors can be refinished every 7-10 years, making the 4-6 refinishes more than enough.

Don't use straight ammonia, alkaline products or abrasive cleaners. They'll dull or scratch the finish. Don't rely on lemon juice or a vinegar-and-water solution to clean hardwood floors. "I don't recommend using vinegar or lemon juice, at least not in large quantities, as these can damage the floor's seal," said Wise.

Dust-mop or vacuum floors to remove loose dirt and debris. Mix a solution of one gallon of warm water and one-half teaspoon of dishwashing liquid in a bucket. Stir well to disperse the soap. Dampen a microfiber mop with the solution, wringing it well to remove as much excess water as possible.

However, the simplest/most generalized answer is that hardwood floors can last anywhere from 25 to 100 years, potentially even longer. The most common types of hardwood used for flooring are oak, maple, and cherry. These woods are known for their durability and ability to withstand heavy foot traffic.

Refinishing hardwood floors offers several advantages. One of the main benefits is cost-effectiveness. Refinishing is generally cheaper than replacing, making it an attractive option for homeowners on a budget. It allows you to restore the beauty of your existing floors without the expense of purchasing new materials.

Like any other home improvement , new flooring isn't tax deductible when it's used for your personal residence.

Any wood item with a finish or sealant applied to it will eventually need to be recoated, including having to recoat hardwood floors periodically. The period between recoating and refinishing depends on wear over time, the finish used, the wood your floor is made of, your lifestyle, and many other factors.

After recoating, the floor will have a uniform sheen and surface scratches will be eliminated. Refinishing is a great option when the floor has deeper scratches (scratches you can feel when rubbing your hand across the scratch) or when you want a new look to your floor.

How to tell if hardwood floors need refinishing? ›

Scratches that go deeper, into the wood itself, are a more serious matter and a sign that your floor requires refinishing. Any scratch that penetrates into the wood opens up a potential entryway for water, which can do more serious damage, so the scratch needs to be addressed.