Worn Finish
The Problem:
Worn finish.
The Cause:
Any floor finish can be worn off to bare wood. This is caused
by improper or no maintenance. It needs to be pointed out that
the lack of walk off doormats, the use of street shoes indoors
and hard-soled slippers, dogs and cats with will definitely
contribute to premature wear of a finish. Another reason is
the lack of good quality felt furniture protector under chairs
and tables.
Harsh chemicals contribute to the early deterioration of finishes.
Although vinegar in water once was a viable cleaning solution
it is no longer recommended by the industry, due to it's acidic
value. It has been determined that prolonged use of vinegar
in water as a cleaning solution actually leads to de-glossing
of the finish and eventually premature wear.
How to avoid in the future:
Ideally the use of entryway walk-off mats and the removal of
street shoes will greatly reduce the amount of sand and grit
being tracked onto your hardwood floors.
In addition, the use of finish manufacturers recommend floor
cleaners such as the Dura
Seal™ Hardwood Floor Cleaner
will ensure the remove of normal soiling without the introduction
harsh chemicals.
