Maintaining Lusso Genoa Invisible Smooth Oiled Rustic Herringbone Solid Oak Flooring
Solid wood floors are a stunning addition to any home, but they do require some special attention to maintain their beauty. The Lusso Genoa Invisible Smooth Oiled Rustic Herringbone Solid Oak Flooring is no exception. To keep it looking its best, you'll need to follow some strict maintenance guidelines.
We highly recommend following the manufacturer’s instructions to keep your new floor looking and performing like new. However, below we’ve provided a brief guide to maintaining solid wood flooring that you can use as a guideline.
Keeping Solid Wood Floors Dry & Clean
To ensure the Lusso Genoa Invisible Smooth Oiled Rustic Herringbone Solid Oak Flooring retains its beautiful appearance, it's crucial to protect it against moisture. Solid wood floors are particularly vulnerable to moisture damage and will warp or become permanently damaged when installed in high-moisture environments. Therefore, it's important to monitor moisture levels and ensure any spills are wiped up quickly.
You will also need to regularly clean the floor to keep it in top condition. However, solid wood flooring requires special care and attention. Daily cleaning can be done with a soft-bristled brush or a vacuum cleaner to remove dirt and dust. Entrance matting can also help to prevent dirt from being dragged across the floor.
Occasional mopping is also necessary, but you will want to use a dry mopping technique. If you need to remove built-up residue, use a specialist solid wood flooring cleaner.
Minimising the Risk of Scratches & Dents
Even with a tough protective coating, the Lusso Genoa Invisible Smooth Oiled Rustic Herringbone Solid Oak Flooring can be susceptible to damage from furniture legs, high-heeled shoes, and pets' claws.
One way to prevent scratches and dents is to place felt furniture tips under the legs of heavy furniture. When you need to move the furniture, make sure you lift, rather than drag it across the floor. Even with protective pads heavy furniture can damage the floor if it isn’t moved carefully.
If you plan to use area rugs over the floor, make sure they are properly stuck down. Loose rugs can scratch the floor as they slide around. By taking these steps, you can help to protect your solid wood floor, and keep it looking like new for years to come.
Protecting the Floor Against Fading
Excessive sunlight can be detrimental to solid wood flooring, causing fading and discolouration over time. This is why it’s important to be mindful of the location where you plan to install the Lusso Genoa Invisible Smooth Oiled Rustic Herringbone Solid Oak Flooring.
To reduce the effect of sunlight exposure, keep blinds or curtains closed during peak daylight hours. This will help to minimise the amount of sunlight the flooring is exposed to. You could also add a specialised UV protective coating to the floor if preferred.
You could also use an area rug to parts of the floor that are exposed to constant direct sunlight. This is a simple and effective way to prevent fading and discolouration.
Proper maintenance is crucial to keeping the Lusso Genoa Invisible Smooth Oiled Rustic Herringbone Solid Oak Flooring looking its best. Following the tips above will help you to keep your new floor well maintained. Remember that the floor also comes with detailed maintenance instructions from the manufacturer. Following these guidelines can help prolong the life and beauty of your solid wood floor for years to come. You can also sand down the floor multiple times throughout its lifetime, helping to repair any signs of long-term damage.
If you have any questions or concerns about maintaining the Lusso Genoa Invisible Smooth Oiled Rustic Herringbone Solid Oak Flooring, don’t hesitate to give our friendly flooring team a call.