Flooring Ideas

Brazilian hardwood flooring is made out of many types of woods including teak wood. The planks of flooring much as other hardwood flooring can be either finished or unfinished. It is important know the proper care for your Brazilian hardwood to maintain the life and beauty of the flooring.

The first step of the care of your Brazilian hardwood floor is to know the exact material so you can take proper care of the flooring. Teak wood is generally a stronger material for the flooring. Find out the finish that is applied to the hardwood flooring. Certain finishes do not tolerate wax or chemical treatments.

Avoid subjecting the floor to dried mud or other hard debris that can scratch or damage the flooring. Even though teak is a durable wood take the precautions of scarring the wood by allowing sharp or pointed objects from scratching the surface of the flooring.

Vacuum the surface area regularly to keep the dirt off the teak hardwood floor. The removal of the dirt helps to prevent scarring and will add to the life of the hardwood.

Avoid spilling liquids on the teak hardwood flooring. Use a damp paper towel or soft wet cloth to clean up the liquid and reduce sticky messes.

Apply a light wax to the surface of the hardwood flooring that does not contain urethane finish. Remember to spread the wax evenly so you do not get unevenness in the surface of the flooring.

If you get a scarring or scratch on the Brazilian teak hardwood floor you can buff out the smaller scratches without damaging your floor. Buff the surface in an even motion to keep the surface level and avoid splintering.

After buffing out the scratch vacuum then add a light coat of wax to add to the protection of the surface.