Use and Care Manual

humidity, humidifiers may be needed to maintain proper humidity levels. Purchase a digital
hygrometer to monitor humidity levels in your home.
Heating Season (Dry): A humidifier is recommended to prevent excess shrinkage due to low humidity
levels. Wood stove and electric heat tend to create very dry conditions.
PROTECTING YOUR FLOOR (Cont)
• Non‐Dry Heating Season (Wet): An air conditioner or dehumidifier or periodically turning on
your heating system can maintain humidity during the summer months. Avoid excessive
exposure to water during periods of inclement weather. Always keep your HVAC system
on to a maximum of 80% F and a minimum of 60% F, even when not occupying the
home for any extended time period, such as during vacations.
• For the first year, rearrange area rugs and furniture periodically so the floor can age evenly. UV
sunlight will lighten or darken the tone of different species of hardwood to varying
degrees.
• Keep pet nails trimmed to help minimize scratching of the finish.
• When moving heavy furniture or appliances, first put down a sheet of quarter inch plywood or
Masonite (never cardboard) to protect the floor and help prevent denting. Ensure that any
covering materials cannot move or chaff the flooring surface. Never try to slide or roll heavy
objects across the floor to avoid denting, bruising, or scratching.
REPAIRING YOUR FLOOR
• Minor damage can be easily repaired with finishing putty/fill sticks, and stain markers,
available in blending colors from woodrepairproducts.com.
• It is recommended that you retain several planks, even a full carton or two, for possible
future use if any plank replacements need to be made.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.