The various wood surfaces in your home like cabinets, hardwood floors, furniture, and other wood fixtures need ongoing care and attention. While these areas may seem to require a lot of maintenance, it can be simple when you understand some key best methods to help you establish a solid routine.
As the premier cabinet refinishing and hardwood floor refinishing team in Bellevue, here are our recommendations for maintaining these wood surfaces in your home.
Daily Wood Surface Cleaning
Simple, daily habits can make a significant long-term difference for preserving your hardwood floors and cabinets. Use a soft microfiber cloth to dust these areas. This is not only highly effective at trapping dirt and dust, but is more gentle on your wood surfaces compared to a broom or more coarse cloth.
Weekly Wood Surface Cleaning
On whichever day of the week is best for your, vacuum and mop your wood surfaces. For furniture and cabinets, use a damp cloth to keep dirt and grime off of surfaces and out of crevices. For hardwood floors, make sure facuums are placed on a low setting. Also avoid too much moisture when mopping these surfaces. Instead, lightly mist them with a wood cleaner then use a gentle cloth or mop to wipe the solution away.
Monthly Wood Surface Cleaning
About every other month or so, polish your hardwood floors and other wood surfaces to renew their protective finish. Polishing can also help smooth away scratches and scuffs.
Yearly Wood Surface Cleaning
Deep clean wood surfaces annually. Also keep in mind that refinishing hardwood floors in Bellevue is necessary about every three years. This process includes removing what remains of the protective finish, repairing damage, scratches, stains, and bacteria, then applying a new coat of finish on top.
Advanced Wood Surface Care
In addition to developing a wood surface maintenance routine with the tips above, take note of these additional best practices.
Be sure to use the appropriate tools to care for wood—like microfiber cloths and mops that won’t scratch these surfaces. Also avoid the use of vinegar, waxy, soapy cleaners or steam cleaners. All of these can damage and dull your wood finishes and leave behind sticky residue.
It’s also wise to place rugs or mats at entryways and walkways to protect your hardwood floors from foot traffic.
Cabinet Refacing In Bellevue, Washington
The team at N-Hance can not only help care for your wood cabinets and floors but fully renew them with our cabinet refinishing and hardwood floor refinishing services. We use revolutionary methods to restore the luster and beauty of your wood finishes at a price you can afford.
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