Ash Wood Floor
Ash Wood is a very strong and elastic hardwood that is commonly used for crafting in the creation of baseball, bats, hockey sticks, tools and bowls. This type of wood is known for its sustainable quality, cutting tone and bending properties. It is a straight grained wood with a high shock resistance. There are many different types of Ash Wood including, Green Ash, White Ash and Blue Ash, for the creation of blue dye. White and Black Ash are mainly used in the lumber industry. This is a modern day look for the home. It is durable and helps make a room look bigger due to its light wood color.
Ash wood floors have a nearly pure lustrous hue and because it is so hard, strong and flexible, it is considered one of the most valuable hardwood species. White ash is elastic and hard, and it has excellent shock-resistance. It can remain smooth despite high traffic and friction, making the potential for damage minimal. The Ash Woods durability can be seen in its use to make sporting equipment and tool handles. Ash Wood Flooring is a beautiful and practical choice for homes with frequent traffic.
How is your hardwood floor supposed to look?
Appearance: Ash wood is extremely light to nearly white in color.
Grain: The grain is bold and straight, with an occasional wavy pattern.
Properties: Ash wood is an excellent shock resister that is durable and flexible in nature.
General Guidelines to Keep Your Hardwood Flooring in Great Shape
Keeping your hardwood floors looking great is essential since hardwood is one of the most expensive floor types around. Simple steps can prolong the life of your hardwood floor, regardless of the type you may have. Here are some tricks that will keep your hardwood floor looking new:
- Close curtains and blinds- UV rays from sunlight can fade colors on floor and sometimes cause discoloration
- Place floor protectors under furniture
- Clean, wipe or blot spills immediately to help prevent stains.
- Place doormats at every door- this helps to trap dirt at the doorway instead of transferring it to the floor inside the home. The coco mat, featured on QVC, traps all types of particles such as dust, mud, snow and can be used for the front door, patio or even the garage.
- Take care when moving heavy objects like furniture and equipment- utilize furniture coaters to transport heavy objects across floors.
- Dust and vacuum floors regularly to maximize beauty and decrease buildup of debris
- Exercise caution when using bleaches, mildew removers, oven cleaners, drain openers and plant food as these contain strong chemicals that can discolor floors.
- Always follow your manufacturer’s guidelines on products that are safe for your hardwood floor type.
- Rearrange area rugs occasionally as they block sunlight causing a discolored appearance under the rug.
- Avoid exposure to water on hardwoods.
- Maintain normal humidity of 40-60% throughout all seasons of the year to reduce the natural expansion and contraction process typically found in hardwoods. Humidity levels can be maintained with air conditioners, humidifiers, de-humidifiers or with a heating system.
- Keep pets nails trimmed and filed and remove stiletto style heels to minimize scratches.
- Never clean hardwood floors with steel wools or scouring powders as these can cause damage.
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