DO: Wipe up spills immediately Use door mats outside room entrances and in front of kitchen sink and refrigerator to help keep dirt and grit off your floor, and to prevent damage and excessive wear. Place runners and area rugs ( with slip-resistant backings ) along high-traffic areas. Move heavy appliances and furniture by sliding them on a piece of thick carpet placed face-down. Use funiture leg protector pads under all furniture legs. Keep the relative humidity in your home between 45% and 55% . Protect your floor from direct sunlight over long periods of time.

DON’T:
• Use any of the following products ( or similar in nature ) on your floor: ammonia, fantastik, Formula 409, dishwashing detergent, powdered all-purpose cleaner, Endust, Pledge, Mop ‘n Glo, Murhpy’s Oil or other polishes.
• Allow water to stand on your floor for any length of time.
• Walk across your floor in spike heels or any sharp object protruding from your shoe.
• Allow heavy furniture to rest on the small metal tips or hard plasctic domes.

SPILLS AND ACCIDENTS

Accidents do happen. But they can also be remedied. Several quality companies have care and maintenance products that make it easy to deal with minor problems. Ask your professional floor contractor for advice on products to use. Most floor care products will remove minor problems such as:

• Nail polish
• Lipstick
• Rubber heel scuff marks
• Food and beverage stains