Initial Care
After installation, clean with a cleaner designed for real wood floors with an aluminum oxide finish. If the floor was glued down, remove adhesive residue with the appropriate adhesive remover.
Flooring Care & Maintenance - A&M Supply Corporation
Care & Maintenance
Flooring care and maintenance guidance.
Review general care, cleaning, and protection tips to help maintain the appearance and performance of your flooring.
Flooring Care Guide
Simple care steps to help protect your flooring.
Proper care and maintenance help preserve the appearance and performance of your floor. Review the guidance below for routine cleaning, prevention, and environmental care.
Start Here
Protect your floor from the everyday things that cause wear.
Dirt, moisture, harsh cleaners, direct sunlight, furniture movement, and humidity changes can all affect flooring over time. A consistent care routine helps reduce damage and supports long-term product performance.
Clean Weekly
Vacuum, sweep, or dust mop at least once a week, or more often as needed.
Wipe Spills Fast
Remove spills and tracked-in dirt immediately to help prevent damage.
Avoid Wet Mopping
Water and excess liquid may permanently damage wood flooring and void warranties.
Routine Cleaning
Vacuum, sweep, or dust mop regularly. Use brush or felt vacuum heads and avoid beater bars or hard heads. A swivel-head mop with a cloth cover can help remove fine grit and dirt.
Spills & Moisture
Wipe spills and tracked-in dirt immediately. Do not wet mop or allow excess cleaner to remain on the floor’s surface, since liquid can damage wood fibers.
Rugs & Entry Mats
Use interior and exterior doormats to collect dirt and moisture. Area rugs are recommended at sinks, pivot points, and high-traffic areas, but avoid solid rubber or vinyl backings.
Furniture Protection
Use clean, well-maintained furniture leg protector pads. Do not roll or slide heavy objects directly across the floor, and replace hard, narrow rollers with wide rubber rollers.
Sunlight & Climate
Protect flooring from direct sunlight with curtains or UV-resistant film. Maintain recommended humidity and room temperature levels to help reduce seasonal movement.
Products to Avoid
Do not use harsh or incompatible cleaners.
Avoid ammonia-based cleaners, acrylic finishes, wax-based products, detergents, bleach, polishes, oil soap, abrasive cleaning soaps, vinegar, or other acidic materials. These products may damage the finish or interfere with recommended maintenance materials.
Wet mops
Wax treatments
Bleach
Ammonia cleaners
Vinegar
Oil soap
Abrasive cleaners
Rubber-backed rugs
Need Product Care Help?
Contact A&M Supply for flooring maintenance guidance.
If you are not sure which care instructions apply to your flooring product, contact A&M Supply and we’ll help connect you with the right resource.