Floors
for your kitchen
More than any other surface in your home,
the kitchen floor takes
all - spilled juice at the breakfast table, muddy paw prints from the pooch,
even your children's spontaneous games of indoor hockey. That's why this
high-traffic room needs a floor that can withstand ordinary wear. So you may
wonder: Does a wood floor belong in the kitchen? Sure, as long as you're
willing to wipe up spills and stick to a maintenance routine.
Types of wood
Hardwoods, such as oak, maple, and cherry,
are the most durable. Softwoods, such as pine, will dent -- even if treated
with a penetrating finish. For a rustic kitchen, however, a distressed pine
floor may be just the look you desire. As you compare wood species, also
consider the grain. Oak, for
instance, features a pronounced grain pattern that hides dirt and dents better
than woods with subtle grains.
In general, wipe up
spills immediately to prevent stains. Follow the flooring manufacturer's
cleaning guidelines. To protect floors from wear and sand and grit damage,
place rugs or floor maps at
outside entrances and in front of the sink. And use protective tips (you can
read about them on our blog ) and pads under furniture. In our store you will
find a high quality hardwood floors cleaning materials so as mops as well. We
carry green, nontoxic hardwood flooring cleaning products .
Visit our store to see
the entire collection of hardwood floors.
We are located on 3100 N
Elston Street in Chicago
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