Taking care of your hardwood floors

We highly recommend the use of Bona's Hardwood Floor Cleaner. As an acceptable alternative, use this solution ¼ cup white vinegar to a gallon of water
When using any solution to clean floors, mist it onto the floor and then wiped up with a damp cloth. NEVER leave puddles of water or any cleaning solution on hardwood floors.
Never use no-wax floor products on your hardwood floors! These and self-polishing acrylic waxes cause wood to become slippery and dull quickly.
Never use wax on a polyurethane finish.
Felt pads are recommended under all furniture to prevent scratches. The pads can be found at Lowes, ACE or Home Depot.
Area rugs are recommended in high-traffic areas and by entrance doors. Caution: some floor discoloring will take place in areas with direct sunlight. Therefore, area rugs should be moved occasionally, and windows facing the sun should have drapes/blinds.
Dog owners will need to keep their pets' nails clipped to minimize scratches. Unfortunately, there is not a polyurethane finish on the market today that will withstand pet scratches.
Moisture barrier pads or trivets/stands should be used under potted plants, even if they are in sealed or leak-proof containers. Condensation can build up underneath these containers, causing damage to the floor.
Avoid walking on your wood floors with cleats, sports shoes and high
heels; A woman walking in high heels can exert an impact of 2,000 pounds per square inch. This kind of impact can badly damage the floor surface