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Columbia Solid Hardwood Maintenance
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A Little Care Goes a Long Way Toward Protecting Your Investment
Wood is a natural material and can be scratched or dented. To help guard
against scratches and dents, place protective felt pads under furniture
legs and chairs, and make sure any furniture casters are clean, operate
freely and have a minimum 1" wide vinyl surface where it comes in
contact with the wood floor.
The hardwood warranties do not cover damage caused by spiked heels or
shoes that need repair, heavy furniture, and appliances. A stiletto or
any heel with a diameter of approximately 3/8" can concentrate as
much as 2,000 pounds per square inch on the floor.
Follow Columbia's recommended guidelines when caring for your new floor.
Use only floor care products recommended by Columbia. Your warranties
do not cover damage caused by cleaning products we do not recommend. Do
not use oil soaps, liquid or paste wax products or other household cleaners
that contain lemon or tung oils. These products can dull the finish and
make future cleaning and refurbishment difficult.
Remove spills promptly. Use a soft cotton cloth and Columbia Cleaner on
wet spills. For dry spills, sweep or vacuum.
- Never damp mop a wood floor.
- Don’t let dirt or sand build up.
- Sweep or vacuum your floor regularly.
- Do not use a vacuum with a beater bar.
Wood will age and change color due to ultra-violet light. Rearrange rugs
and furniture periodically so the floor will age evenly. Cherry and Out
Of Africa Collection flooring are more susceptible to change during the
aging process.
Use entry mats to trap dirt, sand and oils before entering to prevent tracking
into your home. Oils from asphalt driveways and streets can permanently
stain a floor.
Please note that light colored maple and cherry hardwood floors require
extra care. Light colors will show dirt and require more frequent care than
dark colors. Maple and cherry are inherently smooth woods and will show
scratches and dents more readily than oak.
Keep your pet's nails trimmed, as they are capable of scratching wood and
some laminate floors.
When moving heavy appliances or furniture, put down a quarter-inch sheet
of plywood to protect the floor, and use a dolly or air bag. Never try to
slide or roll heavy objects across your floor without taking these precautions.
Keep unused planks after installation. In case of accident or damage, you can
use them for repair.
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