How You Can Look After And Preserve New Wooden Flooring

December 7, 2021

Wooden flooring is considered a reliable interior choice that can give homes an elegant vibe. When paired with the correct decorative elements, wooden flooring can complement a wide range of aesthetics, from Scandinavian, to bohemian, to farmhouse. However, it does require significant maintenance to ensure the quality and look of the floor is preserved through the years. Inadequate care can result in grime and mould collecting between boards, cracks that eventually lead to breakage, and at worst, discoloured and decaying wood. Below are the ways you can preserve your new wooden floors in Dubai and ensure it looks beautiful for many years to come. 

Clean spills as soon as they occur

A common mistake many make with wooden flooring is not cleaning up spills on time. Depending on moisture both on the wood and in the air, wood can shrink or swell. If humidity levels are too high, you may see cupping, gapping, and splitting, affecting the appearance of the flooring. The most effective way to avoid this is by cleaning up spills immediately with a dry or slightly damp cloth. Do refrain from using wet or steam mops, as they can cause considerable damage over time. 

Vacuum once every week.

Vacuuming every week is one of the best ways to ensure your wooden flooring is well-maintained. While doing this may seem like a hassle, it will help remove any crumbs or dirt that you missed when sweeping. The vacuum cleaner is also gentle on wooden flooring so you won’t have to worry about scratching the floors. If you lack the time to vacuum weekly, our flooring company in dubai recommends investing in automatic floor cleaners. 

Sweep daily

Aside from the weekly vacuum, you should make it a habit to sweep daily. This will help you get rid of dust and dirt before they can accumulate. Even if you do not allow shoes to be worn inside the home, dust can still gather due to open windows and biological buildup. Hence, sweeping daily can keep the dust from settling into the wooden grain and between floorboards. 

Use wooden floor cleaning products.

Certain cleaning products can be too harsh for wooden floors and could strip the polish, making the flooring look rough and discoloured. Using cleaning agents made specifically for wooden flooring can prevent this from happening. It is also necessary to follow the instructions correctly so you would not damage or stain the floor. 

Apply wood floor finish every three to five years

Regardless of how well you do the above, gradually, wooden flooring will lose its shine and look dull, and if left unattended, it will deteriorate further. To help regain the lustre, apply a new coat of wood floor finish every three to five years. The exact period depends on the amount of wear the flooring is exposed to. If the flooring is in a place with heavy traffic, you may need to apply the coat every two to three years. 

If you want to install wooden flooring or have done so recently, do follow the above instructions. For more information, contact us at Nordic Homeworx, our wood flooring company in Dubai. Our staff will help you maximise the lifespan of your wooden floors and ensure that your home will always look brilliant.