Mack's Flooring

What Should Be Known About Maintaining Hardwood Floors?

• Avoid walking on hardwood floors with spiked or damaged heeled shoes.
• Refrain from using oil soaps, liquid or paste wax, or cleaning products containing lemon, citrus, tung oils, or silicone.
• Keep pet nails trimmed to prevent scratches.
• Promptly wipe up spills and place absorbent mats under potted plants to prevent water damage. Standing water can darken and warp the boards.
• Regularly dust mop or vacuum floors. Avoid using dusting sprays, as they can make the surface slippery.
• Use a lightly dampened mop, preferably microfiber, a few times a month.
• Install felt pads under furniture legs to prevent scratches.
• Avoid pulling or dragging furniture across the floor during relocation.
• Note that hardwood is a natural material and may experience shrinkage or expansion with seasonal changes.

What are the Advantages of Wood Flooring?

• Homes with wood flooring often sell faster and at higher prices compared to those with carpet or tile.
• Wood flooring helps reduce allergens in residential and commercial spaces.
• Hardwood floors are gentler on the legs and back compared to tile or other hard surfaces.
• Wood is a renewable and recyclable natural resource.
• Maintenance is straightforward and less intensive than carpeting, as urethane finishes eliminate the need for waxing.
• With proper care, solid wood flooring can have a longer lifespan than many other flooring types.

What is the Duration of Sanding and Finishing Process?

• The sanding and finishing process typically takes between 5 to 10 days, depending on the area’s square footage.

How Does Mack’s Flooring Control Dust During Sanding?

• While some dust is inevitable, we take extensive measures to minimize it. The work area is sealed with heavyweight plastic, and carpets and furniture are protected with drop cloths. Post-sanding, we use industrial vacuums to clean walls and floors and turn off heating and air systems to reduce dust spread. Windows and doors may be opened, if possible, to further manage dust.

What is the Timeframe for Hardwood Flooring Installation?

• Proper acclimatization of the hardwood is crucial. The flooring must reach equilibrium moisture content (EMC) with the site conditions before installation to ensure durability and quality.

How Long Do I Have To Wait Before Reoccupying the Room After Sanding and Finishing?

• We recommend waiting 48 hours after the final coat of finish before moving furniture back into the room. When repositioning furniture, avoid dragging it across the floor. To allow the finish to cure properly, we suggest not using throw rugs for at least 2 weeks.

How Do I Go About Choosing the Stain Color for My Hardwood Floors?

• Selecting the stain color should be done in your home rather than a showroom to better assess how the color interacts with room lighting. Our team is skilled in assisting with the selection process. We offer a range of premixed stain colors and can customize the stain to meet your specific preferences.