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So you’ve finally upgraded the look of your house with beautiful hardwood floors and you couldn’t be more thrilled! Hardwood flooring is not only attractive, but durable, long-lasting, and a great option for families with young children and pets. Now the question is, how do you keep those sparkling new floors looking as gorgeous as day one? Fortunately, there are plenty of ways to extend the life of your hardwood floors. Let’s take a quick look at the do’s and dont’s of hardwood maintenance. 

There is no denying that hardwood floors are a beautiful addition to any home. Not only do they add home value but they can stand the test of time. However, it’s a natural product and with that, it responds to different humidity levels. Elite Hardwood Flooring is located in Maryland, so we know our fair share of humid summers. So, while seasonal movement is normal, here is what you need to know when summer humidity meets hardwood floors.

Hardwood flooring is a durable option that can stand the test of time. Solid wood can be sanded and repaired over the years. It is also the best choice when it comes to pets and children, who can do a number on floors. However, there are other ways hardwood floors can become damaged. We want to go over the common mistakes people make that contribute to this. So, don’t make these mistakes with your hardwood floors:

The best cleaning supplies for hardwood should not only keep your floors clean and disinfected, but also extend its lifespan. However, many floor cleaners contain abrasive ingredients that can damage the wood surface. And, surface cleaners aren’t always safe either as many of them are not optimized for hardwood floors. So, which cleaning supplies are safe on hardwood floors? Here are five supplies you can use to clean and disinfect your hardwood floor without damaging it:

Transition molding is a must-have in every room. Your molding, or lack thereof, will have a significant impact on the look, feel, and functionality of your floor. Transition molding allows one surface to transition smoothly to another. Thus, this type of molding presents an essential safety necessity. Without it, you could trip between transitioning surfaces or changes in elevation.

There are many aspects to consider when installing new hardwood floors. Color, size, type of wood, and pattern. Many households have straight patterns, which is traditional. However, there are many more you can choose from, all of which have stunning results. It all really comes down to your style. Below are a few examples of hardwood floor patterns. This is not an exhaustive list but hits the popular options.

How to Protect Hardwood Floors from Pets Nows a good time to ask: are you a dog person or a cat person? Well if you are like some 36 million other homeowners, you have at least one or the other, if not both. And while there are