Engineered Hardwood Flooring Care Guide: Cleaning & Maintenance Instructions

You just bought some beautiful floors, and now you’re wondering how to keep them beautiful? Proper care and maintenance are the keys to success. Follow these tried-and-true tips, and your floors should stay looking as amazing as when they were first installed.

9/16 inch x 7-1/2 inch Virginia Mill Works Winchester Oak Engineered Hardwood Flooring installed in living room.

ENGINEERED HARDWOOD FLOORING

In many ways, engineered hardwood is similar to its solid counterparts – same gorgeous looks and textures, for instance – but its layered construction makes it more stable and less sensitive to changes in humidity. Thus, your cleaning routine for these floors will be similar to solid hardwood ones, with a few tweaks to account for their unique design.

Daily & Weekly Care:

✅ Sweep, dust mop, or vacuum with a hardwood-safe attachment.

✅ Use a damp (not wet) mop with a hardwood-friendly cleaner like Bellawood Floor Cleaner.

 

Long-Term Maintenance:

✅ Clean spills immediately with a dry or slightly damp cloth.

✅ Protect floors with furniture pads and area rugs.

✅ Maintain room humidity to avoid wood expansion issues.

 

What to Avoid:

❌ Excessive moisture, wet mopping, and steam cleaning.

❌ Abrasive scrubbers or steel wool.

❌ Oil-based or wax cleaners that can leave residue.

General Floor Care Tips

for All Flooring Types

 

- Use Doormats: Place mats at entryways to reduce dirt and moisture tracking.

- Trim Pet Nails: Prevent scratches and scuffs from active pets.

- Rotate Rugs & Furniture: Prevent uneven fading and wear patterns.

- Clean Spills Immediately: Moisture can damage many flooring types if left too long.

- Avoid Dragging Furniture: Always lift instead of dragging to avoid scratches and dents.

 

Cleaning and maintenance might not be the most exciting part of your day, but a few minutes of basic care can be the difference between floors that pristine and floors that look played out. So, by following these care instructions, you’ll keep your flooring looking great for years to come!
 
And if you’re ever unsure about anything, just ask! Whether it’s questions on cleaning or you’re looking to purchase floor friendly essential products for your home, you can visit our Floor Care Products Page or contact customer support (1-800-Hardwood) for personalized advice. At the end of the day, we want your floors looking as gorgeous as the day they were installed – whether it was years ago or just yesterday.