There is no floor that looks better than a well-kept parquet in good condition. Keeping this type of material perfect, however, is not easy. It is very normal that scratches appear produced when dragging chairs and tables but also when walking on it with high heels.
Do you want to avoid this problem? So take note of the remedies that we share with you today and that will help you not only remove scratches from your parquet but also to prevent them. Regular cleaning of the floor and the use of the right products, never abrasive! They will help make the floorboard look like the first day.
Parquet is a «parquet made with fine woods of various shades, which, suitably assembled, form geometric patterns ». It provides a great value and elegance to the rooms, but it requires certain care that you should not neglect so that it does not lose color, shine and does not get scratched.
Take care to prevent
Wood is a natural material and as such is sensitive to the passage of time. But it is also relevant to changes in temperature and humidity. If we don't take proper care of it, it tends to spoil prematurely. Dusting, nourishing and protecting the parquet floor will be key so that they remain in good condition for longer.
- Sweep and vacuum the floor regularly, At least once a week. By sweeping and vacuuming the floors, you will also be eliminating the dust, those junk that may have gotten stuck to the shoes and that could produce scratches in the future when dragged.
- Twice a month do one deeper cleaning using the mop and a specifically formulated wood floor cleaner.
- Avoid exposing them to sunlight directly if you don't want them to lose their color and shine.
- Protect them from moisture. Dry them as soon as possible if any water falls on their surface.
- Wax the floor twice a year. The wax will give a layer of protection and shine to your floor. It will help to maintain the sealing of the slats that form it and will isolate the wood from moisture.
Eliminate scratches
Despite taking proper care of the parquet floor, they appear frequently minor damage such as scuffs or scratches to which you have to face. There is a wide variety of solutions for this: oils, waxes ... Your choice will depend on both the type of soil and the depth of these damages.
Superficial scratches
Apply a damp cloth in the direction of the wood and clean the scratches. Then remove excess moisture with a dry cloth and allow the wood to dry to apply a little oil with a cloth on the scratches. You will see how the scratches disappear.
Medium scratches
When scratches are seen in the wood, the best to finish them is the use of wax. Today there are on the market wax bars in different colors that can be mixed to obtain the perfect tone in localized damage with a certain depth.
Make sure that the surface to be treated is clean and fill in the damage to the wood by applying the wax stick. Then through the help of a spatula or similar, lightly press the wax and try to even the surfaces by removing the excess material with the help of the spatula or a cloth.
Very deep scratches
In the event that there have been gouges or damage of a certain depth, it is likely that you will have to use a putty to restore and repair wood. This behaves like a real plastic wood and once hardened it can be polished, waxed, varnished and vitrified.
It begins by cleaning the surface to be repaired, removing traces of dust and grease. Then sand it superficially before applying a thin and even layer of putty, with the help of a spatula. For deep repairs it is advisable to give second layers with a few hours of interval so that they dry well. If necessary, apply the last coat generously and then even with sandpaper.
I hope that you have taken note of these remedies and managed to finish with the scratches on your parquet. From now on you will have it perfect and shiny.
I have tried the oil and vinegar system that you mention and it has not worked for me. Now the hard line has darkened and it's worse
Olive or sunflower oil?