Hardwood / Bamboo Maintenance

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

Necessary steps for the long term performance of your FERMA wood flooring:

  • Use of rugs or mats at all entrances. Removal of dirt and grit before it gets on the floor is best. Shake out and wash rugs and mats as necessary.
  • Routine maintenance would include not only sweeping, but vacuuming and dust mopping. Caution: Do not use a treated dust mop. (Mop treated with silicone, wax or other treatments may damage your wood floor finish)
  • Never wet mop a hardwood floor as excess water may harm the hardwood and could cause premature wear. Wet mopping will void your warranty.
  • Use of felt protectors under chairs or furniture is recommended.
  • Check shoes regularly as a protruding nail from a worn or lost heel can scratch and puncture a floor.
  • If you have pets, check their nails on a regular basis.
  • The preferred cleaner of choice is PolyGlow. This product has been formulated to be compatible with the finish on your FERMA Wood flooring. Follow the manufacture’s instruction in damp wiping your floor.
  • The use of ammonia is not recommended as it can discolor the wood also it is very harsh on finishes.

  • Use of vinegar is not recommended. It is an acid that can etch the finish and create a dull look.
  • Use of any oil soap product is not recommended as it usually leaves a residue that can be sticky and difficult to remove as well as attracting dirt.
  • The use of silicon products and wax is not recommended.
  • Although manufacturers’ finish delays and reduces most of the sun shading phenomenon that causes wood to darken and or lighten over time, your floor needs to be protected from sunlight and intense artificial lighting to reduce discoloration of exposed wood. This phenomenon with wood surfaces is normal and natural.
  • Because hardwood floors shrink and expand with changes in humidity, some control of interior humidity should be in place to minimize the changes. This is part of hardwood floor maintenance.

Preferred environmental conditions:

Average temperature: 68F to 72F

Average relative humidity: 40% - 60%