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HAWAII RENOVATION FEBRUARY 12, 2023
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Solid hardwood floors are beautiful and timeless, adding value to any property. However, there’s a misconception that real hardwood floors are
difficult to maintain. The truth is that they can last for decades, as long you follow a few simple steps on a regular schedule.
In fact, the time that goes into maintaining hardwood floors isn’t much more extensive than any other flooring material. The key is to practice regular care and cleaning for your hardwood to keep grit and dirt from scratching the wood.
“Hardwood floors are special, and if properly taken care of, you can have a living, organic, premium floor
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that lasts for generations,” says Jen Meska, director of Merchandising for LL Flooring (formerly Lumber Liq- uidators). “But to keep them in top shape, it’s essential to have a regular cleaning schedule and be extra-mind- ful of any conditions in your home that could damage your floors.”
TOOLS, TIPS AND TRICKS
Meska says to start with the fundamental tools for caring for hardwood flooring: a dust mop for everyday cleaning, a vacuum for weekly cleaning and a microfi- ber mop that can get damp (not wet) for monthly, deep cleaning.
To keep day-to-day dirt and grit off your floors, aim to sweep or vacuum weekly. When using a vacuum for SEE PAGE 4
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