Maintenance

INTERIOR:

1. Fresh water and a clean mop will be enough to keep your floors clean and looking great. Don’t use detergents, for they will cloud the sealer. Keeping the floor clean on a daily basis is best accomplished by using a dust mop.

2. DO NOT clean the floor using abrasive cleaners or chemicals that contain mineral spirits such as paint thinners or petroleum products. Do not use a “Swiffer” as this mop contains a chemical.

3. It is recommended to apply three or four thin coats of water-based finish once every 3-4 months, for the first year and as desired after the initial year. (You can get this at Home Depot: ZEP floor finish step #3). Follow the directions on the container. Re-finishing will depend on traffic and wear.

4. DO NOT apply any type of tape to a sealed or waxed surface. The acid in the adhesive may lift the sealer off the stain.

EXTERIOR:

Do not use waxes on exterior surfaces. The surface may become a slip hazard. On exterior stain surfaces, a garden hose and brush should remove most dirt and grime. Stubborn spots can be cleaned with dilute Simple Green and rinsed with fresh water.

If you don’t have time, let us maintain your floors. We offer a preventive maintenance package that allows us to inspect the floor’s wear and make any fine adjustments to your floor at a very low cost that will keep your floor looking like new. Call us for more details.