Harris Wood Floor Care


Normal Maintenance

With today's finishes, maintenance of your Harris Wood floor could not be easier. Normal maintenance consists of regular sweeping or vacuuming to collect dirt and grit that can dull your finish, along with periodic use of an approved no-wax hardwood floor cleaner. Be certain the wheels of the vacuum are clean and do not damage the finish. DO NOT USE A VACUUM WITH A BEATER BAR HEAD.

Preventive Maintenance

Aside from those mentioned above, other steps can also be taken to minimize wear and tear and keep your floor looking new for years to come.

  • Do not use liquid or paste wax, oil soaps, or any other cleaners that contain silicon, lemon oil, tung oil, acrylics or ammonia. Furthermore, avoid "home recipes" found on the internet or other sources. These products and techniques can cause your floors to become slippery, or cloud and dull the finish. Use of these and similar products can harm the performance of your floor and may also affect its recoat ability.
  • Use throw rugs inside and outside of entryways to prevent dirt and grit from being tracked in and scratching your finish.
  • Wood and Water don’t mix! Never damp-mop your floor.
    Clean up spills promptly with a soft cloth and recommended cleaning products.
  • Place felt-type protectors on the bottom of all furniture legs.
  • Never walk on your hardwood floors in high heels, cleats, or other sports shoes, as this type of impact will dent your floor surface.
  • Keep pet’s nails trimmed and clean of dirt and debris.
  • Avoid sliding or rolling heavy furniture or appliances across your floor. Whenever possible, lift the item to be moved. If it must be rolled, protect the floor with plywood or other hard sheeting to prevent dents.
  • Use a humidifier/dehumidifier to maintain a consistent year round climate, keeping wood shrinkage and movement to a minimum.
  • The exposure of sun and UV rays accelerates the oxidation and aging of wood. This can cause the wood and/or stain to change color and/or fade over time. If possible, we recommend that you rearrange rugs and furniture periodically to ensure the flooring ages evenly. These warranties do not cover damage from the sun and its UV rays.


Related Pages:

• Cleaning Hardwood Floors General Information
• Floors and High Heels
• Moving Furniture and Hardwood Floors
• Dogs and Kids With Hardwood
• Hardwood Floor Scratch Repair
• Hardwood Floor Protectors. Furniture, Rugs
• Vacuum Cleaners and Hardwood Floors
• Remove Waxes From Hardwood