HARDWOOD CARE & MAINTENANCE
Hardwood flooring, whether solid or engineered, is loved for its beauty and timelessness. To keep it looking its best, however, you'll need to put in a little bit of work. While many of today's manufacturers use built-in technology such as Shaw’s ScufResist™ to make their flooring more durable, hardwood isn't impervious to wear and tear.
The first step is to establish a preventative maintenance routine that’s easy for the entire family to follow.
INVEST IN DOORMATS
Invest in doormats and place them all around your home. Encourage family members and visitors to use them.
USE FLOOR PADS FOR FURNITURE
Heavy furniture can leave dents in hardwood over time. Use floor protectors on all table and chair legs.
CLEAN FREQUENTLY
Sweep, vacuum, and mop your flooring regularly to keep it looking its very best. Use manufacturer-approved devices.
PUT A RUG ON IT!
You can use floor protectors, you can trim your pets' nails, and you can make sure everyone takes their shoes off before they walk on your hardwood. But there's something more fun you can do as well. You can invest in a few area rugs! These protect hard-surface flooring while adding color and comfortable padding to any room.
DEALING WITH STAINS AND SPILLS
Occasional spills and stains are inevitable, especially if you have pets or kids. Most liquid spills will wipe away simply with a cloth. You'll want to do this as quickly as possible, as hardwood flooring is not water-resistant. Other spills, such as wax or nail polish, are more complex. For these, you'll want to consult our handy hardwood care guide.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Bookmark this list of additional care and maintenance tips for future reference!
HARDWOOD INSPIRATION
Browse our inspiration gallery for the newest trends in hardwood.
JACK’S TILE & CARPET
11842 Canon Blvd, Newport News, VA 23606
11842 Canon Blvd, Newport News, VA 23606
We understand how difficult it can be to find the right flooring for your home or business or to undertake a new design project.
HOURS OF OPERATION
Monday - Friday
7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Weekends:
By Appointment
