Wood floors have been a great choice for many homeowners for centuries. They are beautiful and very durable. In the course of the years, a lot of myths have cropped up about hardwood floors and they have become so popular to the point of becoming “facts”. There are many homeowners that have refused to installed wood floors in their homes simply because of these misconceptions. In this article, we will be debunking 14 misconceptions and learn the actual facts about wood floors. Regular maintenance for hardwood floor is quite easy. All you need to do is sweep, vacuum or dust mop the floor to remove grit and dirt from the floorboards. Steam mops and wet mops should not be used on wood floors because too much water and steam can make the finish lose its luster over time and can even damage the hardwood in the process. When there is a spill, the floor should be cleaned immediately with a slightly damp or dry cloth. When the floor starts to look dull, use wood fl...