How to clean your hardwood floor

It's easy to build a house with concrete and steel, but it's a challenge to do it with wood. You may be wondering why, while wood is perhaps one of the most common building materials.

In fact, unlike concrete, wood is an exhaustible resource. In other words, if no one plants trees, it is unlikely that we will get hardwood. And since most of our forests are starting to burn, it is likely that the availability and cost of hardwood will continue to increase over time. Thus, our hardwood floors deserve the best treatment, if we want to wait for longevity and stability.

So, how do we clean our hardwood floors to make sure they last long enough for future generations to enjoy? Here are some tips to consider.

First, when cleaning your hardwood floor, be sure to use a broom that explodes at the ends. A broom with too thin bristles will not retain dirt and will accumulate only in small cracks and creases.

Over time, this will damage your flooring and eventually wear. You will not be able to notice the changes until the damage is apparent. This is surely something you want to avoid.

Second, do not use oil-based soaps to clean your flooring. There are cleaning liquids specially designed for hardwood floors that do not damage their finish. Remember that a finish is what protects your floor from wear and splashing. So you always have to check if the coat is still thick enough to allow you to use it.

Third, do not leave stagnant water or wet rags on your hardwood floor. If this is too late, you may choose to sand the affected area or replace the board where the damage was caused. But if the water is only for a moment and your arrival is over, you will not have to worry about it. Wipe the wet area with a soft, dry cloth and you are ready to leave.