Accurate Hardwood Floors Inc. Mpls. MN

Hardwood Floors with style. For all of your hardwood flooring needs.
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 What is the lead time for scheduling a floor installation or refinishing? Generally 2 to 3 week's out.

 

How long does a hardwood floor Installation/Refinishing take?

 

We generally visit your site to give a accurate time and cost for hardwood floor Installation/Refinishing.

 

Hardwood Floor Care Tips

 

 Sand, grit and dirt are the hardwood floor’s worst adversary. They act just like sandpaper each time you step on it. The best advice for wood floor owners is: remember that when you are cleaning your hardwood floor, you are cleaning the finish – not the wood. With that in mind, is the cleaner you are going to use appropriate to the type of finish you have on your floor? Learning about your floor’s finish is essential to proper care.

 

Cleaning and Maintaining Wood Floors

 

Knowing about your floors will help you decide when and how to proceed with care and maintenance.

 

 

How to Avoiding Damaging Hardwood Floors

 

Direct sunlight will damage, discolor and possibly even warp your natural hardwood floors. Add sheer curtains if necessary. Pull closed the curtains during the day or when you will be gone for long periods of time.

 

Always lift the furniture when moving it to avoid scratching or damaging the floor or the floor’s finish.

 

PROTECT YOUR WOOD FLOOR

 

Use floor protectors on the bottoms of all your furniture. These are available in a variety of sizes, and styles. High heels can dent the wood fibers of your floor. This can occur regardless of your choice of finish.

 

Use area rugs without rubber backing in front of the sink and walk off mats at entryways to prevent tracking of water and debris on your floor.

 

All surfaces can be scratched. Keep your dogs toenails trimmed.

 

CONTROL

YOUR HOME’S HUMIDITY

 

Wood is a natural product, which is affected by the humidity in the air. Dry air will cause the floor to contract, causing separation of the boards. This can be even more pronounced with white or bleached floor.

 

If your humidity levels drop below 40%, a humidifier should be used to prevent excessive separation.

 

Too much humidity can cause the floor to buckle. If the humidity rises over 50%  use air conditioning. Fans may also be used for ventilation.