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Useful tips

When making your flooring decision -
  • Consider a contrasting floor; one that will provide texture and depth to your space rather than trying to match to the woodwork or furniture.
  • Bring home samples to "test drive" them in your home.
  • Bring in a piece of a cabinet or other item which is influencing your flooring choice. 
  • Have an open mind - think out of the box - have some fun!!
  • When taking your measurements, measure off in "squares" then multiply length by width to get your square footage.
  • Always add about 5% to your square footage requirements for waste. Waste factor may vary depending on the species of wood.
  • Consider a contrasting border around your rooms as an accent.

 

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Maintenance and Preventative care 

All hardwood floors require some regular maintenance and attention to keep them looking their best and lasting to their full potential. In order to best protect your hardwood floors, we suggest you observe the following:
  • Regularly sweep or vacuum the floor to prevent abrasive dirt and dust from accumulating and scratching the finish.
  • Sand and water can be very harmful to your wood floors. Place area rugs to protect them - for example, we suggest placing area rugs at every entrance where there is hardwood.
  • Use felt pads under all furniture and chair legs in order to ease their movements and prevent scratches.
  • Damaged or worn high heel shoes may expose a metal tip, which is certain to damage the surface finish.
  • Never use wax, oil based detergent or any other household cleaners on the floors. These may dull or damage the finish leaving a greasy film and making the floor slippery and more difficult to clean.
  • Protect your floor against direct sunlight or any intense source of artificial lighting. Over time some darkening is to be expected. It  will naturally occur, adding to the character of your hardwood floor.

Maple Leaf Flooring * Amherst, NH * 03031