MAINTENANCE

Ensure the protection of your hardwood floors

• Protect your hardwood floors from sunlight and intense artificial light, which can cause wood to change color. The lighter the wood, the more pronounced the change will be.
• Move your carpets and furniture occasionally to keep color changes uniform. Color change is natural and is not caused by the yellowing of the finish.

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• Use thick felt pads under chair and furniture legs to protect your hardwood floor. Check the pads and replace them when worn.
• Lift furniture and other objects on the floor when you need to move them.
• Do not slide furniture or any heavy objects on the floor. This can scratch the finish, crush the wood fibers, or damage and leave marks on the wood.

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• Use rubber rather than plastic or metal-wheeled chairs.
• Place a mat under wheeled chairs to protect the hardwood floor.
• Do not roll wheeled furniture or chairs that can leave marks on the floor.

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• Regularly trim your pet’s claws to reduce scratches.
• Avoid footwear with high or worn heels or soles that can leave marks or damage the floor.
• Avoid mats with rubber backing that trap abrasive dirt and moisture which can damage the hardwood floor.
• Avoid dropping or placing pointed, sharp, or blunt objects that may cause damage to the floor.