Wood floors are the most common flooring in modern home renovations, so their maintenance requires careful attention. Wood is a delicate material, sensitive to both moisture and dryness. If careless, wood floors can easily warp, affecting their aesthetics and reducing comfort. Therefore, mastering effective wood flooring maintenance techniques can save you time and effort during cleaning and maintenance, while also preserving their texture and preventing aging. Let's take a look at how to do it.

1. Wooden floor cleaning steps:

To clean wooden floors, first use a mop to remove dust from the floor surface. Then, dilute an appropriate amount of detergent in a bucket of water according to the detergent's mixing instructions and the degree of dirtiness of the floor. Soak the mop in it, then wring the mop out as much as possible and mop the floor from the inside of the room toward the door.

When cleaning wooden floors, if you encounter difficult-to-reach areas like cracks or corners, you can use an old toothbrush dipped in floor cleaner or simply wipe the floor with the cleaner on a rag. After using floor cleaner, you can also apply a layer of wood floor wax, which is very effective in maintaining the floor. However, be sure to wait until the floor is completely dry before waxing to avoid the wax not being able to fully adhere, which may cause white spots on the floor.

2. Wood floor maintenance tips:

1. Before and after maintenance, keep the floor dry and clean. Do not use a wet mop or soapy water to mop the floor, as this will damage the gloss and film of the paint. If there is dust or dirt, wipe it with a dry mop or a well-wrung wet mop.

2. If the heater leaks or there are water stains on the floor, they must be wiped clean in time. Do not expose it to direct sunlight or bake it directly in an electric oven to prevent it from drying out too quickly and cracking the floor.

3. Even in houses that are not occupied for a long time, wooden floors should be maintained. Do not cover them with plastic sheets or newspapers, as the paint film will become sticky and lose its luster over time. Also, do not place hot water basins, hot rice cookers, etc. directly on the floor. Use wooden boards or straw mats to pad them to avoid damaging the paint film.

4. After laying the painted floor, try to avoid direct sunlight to prevent the paint from being exposed to excessive ultraviolet rays, which may cause premature cracking and aging. When placing furniture on the floor, use rubber or other soft materials to cushion it to prevent scratching the floor paint.

5. During the use of the floor, if it is found that some floors are warping or falling off, the floors should be removed in time, the old glue and dust should be scraped off, new glue should be applied and compacted; if the paint film of some floors is damaged or white, you can use No. 400 wet sandpaper dipped in soapy water to polish it, then wipe it clean, and after it dries, perform local color touch-up. After the color is dry, apply another layer of paint. After drying for 24 hours, polish it with No. 400 wet sandpaper, and then apply wax for polishing.

The above are the steps and maintenance tips for wood floors. I hope this helps. If you'd like to learn more about home improvement, follow us on WeChat: "QiZhuang.com Decoration Manager" (qizuangdy) for more benefits...

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