How to Know When Bruce Wood Floors Need Resealing
Bruce offers touch-up products to fix chips, scratches or a dull finish. Even if an individual plank is damaged beyond repair, Bruce can provide replacement planks so you don't have to reseal or refinish the entire floor. But as the floor starts to show more extensive damage, you need to consider resealing the wood. While Bruce doesn't offer hardwood refinishing or resealing services, they do recommend contacting a qualified flooring professional to reseal, and possibly refinish, the floor once it shows the appropriate amount of wear and tear. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Place a few drops of water on top of the wood floor in a few different spots, especially areas where the wood looks more worn.
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Observe the water for a few seconds. If the water soaks immediately into the wood and darkens the wood, the fibers are exposed and the wood requires resealing.
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Stand back and look at the finish of the wood. If it has lost its shine and looks dull and dingy, it needs to be resealed.
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Inspect the floor closely for scratches, gouges, chips, cracks or stains. If the flooring has more than a few noticeable spots, it's time to seal the floor and possibly repair it as well.
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Tips & Warnings
To keep Bruce wood floors looking their best, wipe up spills immediately, place rugs near doors, sweep or vacuum the floor at least once a week and use an Armstrong hardwood floor cleaner to clean up dirt and other residue build-up.
Do not allow water to stand on the floor.
Do not wet mop the floor.
Do not roll or move heavy appliances or furniture over the floor.
Do not use a vacuum with a beater bar to clean the floor.
