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If possible, look for a model with:.

Find something that enhances the finish and leaves it looking bright and streak-free instead.. 13.Finish Clean Floors With a Polish.

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This is an optional step, but applying polish can leave hardwood floors with a beautiful shine and an extra layer of protection..If you choose to add polish, check that it’s approved by your flooring manufacturer.The best polish to use will depend on the type of floor you have, so don’t rush into buying one that isn’t right.. 14.

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Speak to a Professional About Scratches.A few scuffs and scrapes are inevitable over the lifespan of your hardwood floors.

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They’re designed to last for decades, after all.

As tempting as it is, don’t try and buff scratches out or fill them in yourself with home crayon kits.. Too many popular DIY methods don’t work and can make the situation worse.Long hair is bad news for rotating brush bars.

Most hair will get sucked into the vacuum’s bag or canister, but some will always become tangled around the brush bar.. A soft hair build-up on the bristles prevents them from agitating carpet fibres as efficiently as they should, which reduces performance.Tangles can eventually.

stop the bar from spinning freely., leading to overheating,.