Use and Care Manual
Updated May 2020
SPC Wood Flooring Care and Maintenance
Remember, like any floor covering, our factory finished wood floors will show signs of
wear over time, depending on the size and lifestyle of your family. By observing a few
precautions and setting up a regular cleaning routine and maintenance program, you
can expect years of beauty from your floor.
The following are examples of the reasonable and necessary maintenance you are
expected to perform. They are not intended to be an exclusive list.
• Sweep or vacuum regularly since built-up grit can damage the surface of the
wood. The vacuum head must be a brush or felt type. Be certain the wheels of
the vacuum are clean and do not damage the finish. Do not use a vacuum with a
beater bar head.
• Remove spills promptly using a soft cloth and cleaning products recommended
by the manufacturer.
• Mist a Neutral Ph hardwood floor cleaner to damp-mop your floor. Do not use
hardwood floor cleaning machines or steam cleaners as this can severely
damage the flooring and will void the warranties.
• Use the manufacturer’s recommended Hardwood floor cleaners with a clean terry
cloth mop. Always sweep or vacuum the floors prior to using wood floor cleaners.
Do not allow excess cleaner to remain on the floors surface as this may
permanently damage the wood fiber.
• Important: Do not use oil soaps, liquid or paste wax products or other household
cleaners that contain citrus oils, lemon oil, tung oil, silicon, or ammonia since
these warranties do not cover damage caused by non-recommended products.
Use of these and other such products will harm the long-term performance of
your floor and may also affect its recoat ability.
• Do not use any 2 in 1 cleaner with polish that may contain acrylics or urethane
polish to restore gloss –the use of these products will void the finish warranty and
may produce unsatisfactory results when not applied properly.
• Keep pets’ nails trimmed, and paws clean and free of dirt, gravel, grease, oil, and
stains.• Place protective felt pads beneath furniture legs and feet to reduce
scratches and dents. Replace pads as needed.
• Use a dolly and protective sheets of plywood when moving heavy objects,
furniture, or appliances.• Make certain furniture casters are clean and operate
properly (a minimum 1” wide vinyl surface where it comes in contact with wood is
recommended). Clean wheels periodically to remove dirt and debris.
• Remove shoes with spiked or damaged heels before walking on floor.