Caring for Your New Floors

PREVENTING SCUFFS

Furniture legs can scuff or mark flooring. Use soft padded protectors where furniture contacts the floor. For heavy furniture and appliances that do not move frequently, use rubber furniture casters or cups where they meet the floor. Never push, pull, or drag furniture, appliances, or other heavy items across the floor. Always lift and carry.

EXTRA PROTECTION

Invest in high-quality floor mats or area rugs [non-rubber-backed] for an added layer of protection. Place them at entrances and exists to collect and trap corrosive substances that can be tracked in, such as dirt, salt, sand, and rocks. 

ACCIDENTS HAPPEN

Here's How to Handle Spills and Stains

To keep your floors looking their best, always use a clean white cloth when cleaning up spots or spills. For most stains, gently scrub with a non-abrasive white scrubbing pad and warm, soapy water. 

• For pen and marker marks, start by blotting with a damp white cloth and a small amount of mild dish soap. Rinse with clean water and dry with a soft cloth
• For rust stains, apply citrus-based cleaner to a clean cloth, gently rub the area, then rinse and dry thoroughly.
• Paint, nail polish, and wood varnish can stain your flooring if they dry. To treat these, start by gently rubbing the area with a soft eraser to loosen the residue. If needed, apply a small amount of citrus-based cleaner to a clean white cloth and rub gently. Rinse with water and dry with a soft cloth.
• For sticky substances like gum, oil, wax, glue, or tar, carefully life what you can using your fingernails or a plastic scraper. Then clean the area with a white scrubbing pad and warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry completely.