Hardwood floors have an air of elegance and style that no other material can match. But are you messing up that beautiful floor without even realising it? Maybe. Here's our list of the key ways people ruin a hardwood floor, often without even knowing. Not sweeping enough - Dust can't cause that much damage, can it? Well, you might be surprised. Dust can be pretty abrasive when it's allowed to build up, and when you combine this with dirt, grit and other rougher particles, you've got a recipe for scratching! Giving your wooden floors a good, regular sweep can make the world of difference. Over-doing the liquid cleaner - Everyone loves a shiny, clean floor, but that doesn't mean the floor loves your cleaner. Indeed, liquid cleaners can actually ruin a hardwood surface if they're over-used. Though most modern wood floors have more tolerance than they used to, you should still avoid using liquid cleaner any more than once every 4-6 weeks. Even then, only use a
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