Orange Glo Cleaner can be used on all manufactured or engineered floors. However, Orange Glo Hardwood refinisher can only be used on polyurethane finished manufactured or engineered floors.

Orange Glo Cleaner can be used on unfinished hardwood floors. Orange Glo Hardwood Refinisher should only be used on polyurethane finished hardwood floors.

No one can match finishes exactly, but an experienced professional with a good eye can get very close. For best results, consider refinishing the old floor with the same finish and sheen as the new one. Although wax finishes are easier to match, keep in mind that polyurethane finishes provide more protection than wax in kitchens.

Some of the better quality engineered wood floors have a 1/8" thick finish layer and can be sanded and refinished 1 or maybe 2 times. The sanding and refinishing of an engineered wood floor is best done by an experienced hardwood flooring refinisher. If you have heat vents in your floor you can remove a heat cover to get a side view of your wood floor. This will help you check to see how thick you finish layer is.

Pledge® Wood Floor Cleaner is great to use on sealed wood surfaces, laminate, vinvl, no wax, and ceramic. Consumers should test in an inconspicuous area before using on unsealed wood surfaces; some floors may be water sensitive.

No, we don't recommend using Armstrong® Floor Cleaner on wood floors. We recommend using Pledge® Wood Floor Cleaner on sealed wood floors.

Yes. There are all types of hardwood floor kits that can be installed. It is not recommend to use heavy tongue in groove type but you can use a lighter tongue in groove like Pergo etc.

No. We do not recommend using FreshCare® Fabric Refresher on hardwood floors. FreshCare® Fabric Refresher was developed to restore freshness to fabrics and clothing not for hard surface use.

Yes. Several of the major manufacturers of flooring are now designating the TiPe kombi Floor Cloth as their suggested maintenance system once floors have been installed. There are two reason: Moisture is the enemy of wood floors and the TiPe System performs great ...dry. Secondly, for scuff marks and stains, a moistened TiPe floor cloth is far superior to a wet anything. By the way, the cloths were designed to protrude beyond the holder for a reason.

occasional DAMP mopping with a neutral floor cleaner, such as Everwood Cleaner is generally all that is required to maintain your hardwood floors. Do not use soaps or detergents they may leave a film on the floor. Quickstyle Everwood hardwood flooring should never be waxed. Wipe up spills immediately.

Yes. In fact, wood floors are just as easy to care for as any other floor covering material. Normal care such as sweeping or vacuuming to remove dirt and soil is generally all that is required. For specific care instructions, please refer to Care and Maintenance

The flooring is constructed in a 3 to 8 ply with a veneer wear-layer running 90 degrees to subsequent ply’s. The floor is very dimensionally stable and is excellent to install over level concrete floors.

Yes. FloorMuffler™ can be used for solid hardwood and engineered floor glue down applications. Please refer to the specific installation instructions and warranties for these types of applications. FloorMuffler™ High Performance Adhesive System can be used in these type of glue down applications. This complete system has been extensively tested and is warranted as a complete system. Back to Top The answer is two-fold. First, Diversified Foam Products, Inc.

By design, engineered wood products are more stable and consistent than conventional lumber. I-joists are manufactured to precise tolerances and will not shrink, warp or twist, eliminating the performance-related problems – including squeaks – that are associated with conventional lumber joists. I-joists are also engineered to weigh less and span further than solid sawn lumber joists, enabling you to reduce or eliminate bulkheads and design longer spans.

A solid wood floor is made from one piece of solid wood, this is a living product as is liable to move by expanding and contracting. An engineered board is a manufactured board made from two or three layers cross bonded at 90 degrees to each other, so are guaranteed to be stable with no movement likely to happen between the joints etc. A wood veneer is a thinner board usually about 7mm and again three layers cross-bonded to each other, but the veneer is only 0.4mm thick.

It depends on the type of wood floor you choose. Our Engineered floors can be installed over existing floors such as ceramic tile, vinyl and most other types. Solid wood floors have some limitations in this area. Best to talk to your Wood Flooring International dealer about whether or not it’s a good idea to install the floor you want over the floor you have.

Unfinished hardwood floors do not require waxing, most often just a light damp mopping will clean your floor. Some cleaners can be used infrequently to maintain the floors. For more information go to the NWFA website. For prefinished floors, use only floor cleaners with no residue or abrasives. Do not wax, polish, or buff. Occasionally clean the floor with a professional floor cleaner.

Unfinished hardwood is very porous and may absorb some of the chemicals from the adhesive from the Floor Protection, possibly causing stain to absorb unevenly.

We can come close to matching your old floor's color and shine, but we cannot match the old floor exactly. Due to the natural ambering of the polyurethane and the darkening of wood with age, exact matches are not possible. It will be necessary for the homeowner to be present while attempting to match a stain color and a signature of approval will be required.

No. A hardwood floor finished at the factory features three to seven layers of a UV-cured polyurethane. This finish gives the floor a tough, durable and smooth no-wax surface that is both luxurious and easy-care. See Maintenance and Do's & Don'ts for your wood floor. DO NOT damp mop - Water and wood do not mix. Therefore, we suggest that you use the maintenance products and procedures recommended by the manufacturer of your floor.

You name it! Wood Flooring International’s wide variety of products and today’s installation methods open up your entire home to the beautiful possibilities of hardwood flooring. Our Engineered wood products are right for any room – below-grade, on-grade and above-grade. These floors are made of all-wood strips that are precision-engineered together to give them added dimensional stability for use throughout the home.

Wood is a recyclable and renewable resource. A number of our wood floors are partially comprised of recycled wood. Typically, when trees are harvested for wood floors, replanting and other forest management techniques, as outlined by the Forestry Stewardship Council, are employed to help promote the health and productivity of these forests.

No, Pledge® Wood Floor Cleaner can be applied directly from the bottle. Squirt in a 3' x 3' area. Using a damp mop, clean area thoroughly. When used as directed, Pledge® Wood Floor Cleaner works to maintain your wood floor's natural finish.

The cream colored, curved- cornered pad is used with the Hardwood Floor Refinisher (do not mistake for our new Hardwood Floor Dusting Pad which is white and rectangular).

Yes and no. Engineered floors may be floated, glued, or nailed depending on the width of the board, and manufacturers suggested installation procedure. All laminate floors are floating. Boards are attached to one another and float over foam pad. Remember when choosing your hardwood flooring an installer must leave an expansion joint which needs to be covered by a wall-base trim.

Before using any throw rugs on your wood floor you should know the type of finish you have on the floor. All rugs should be non-staining, meaning the colored dyes will not bleed. Generally in the presence of moisture, some dyes used in rugs may bleed through onto your floor and discolor the wood floors surface. Also, be sure the rug does not have a rough backing material that may scratch the surface of the floor. Clean dirt and debris from under the rug regularly.

Wood floors are easy to maintain. A hardwood floor finished at the factory features three to seven layers of a UV-cured polyurethane. This finish gives the floor a tough, durable and smooth no-wax surface that is both luxurious and easy-care. Avoid damp mopping. Water and wood do not mix. Therefore, we suggest that you use the maintenance products and procedures recommended by the manufacturer of your floor. Maintenance kits can be purchased from your retailer or contractor.

No, Pledge® Wood Floor Cleaner is also great for cleaning wood paneling, cabinetry and woodwork. It leaves no dull, sticky residue and no rinsing required!