What does a 25-year warranty cover in pre-finished brands of flooring?
Many of the pre-finished brands of hardwood floors have 25 year wear warranties. This is exactly what it says–Wear Only. This means that it will not “wear off” by walking on it. Many of these finishes are reinforced with ceramic particles, aluminum and others. In 25 years of people walking on them they will probably last. However, the warranty does not mean is will not scratch, stain, cup, or crack. Also, you must follow all procedures exactly. Keep all invoices and follow every care instruction that is set forth. If you use the wrong cleaning product (that is not the one recommended), or refinish or recoat the floor within the 25 years then you will lose the warranty. Also usually the warranty is offered to the original purchaser not a second buyer. If a contractor has put in the floor, get all the documentation or a 25 wear warranty means nothing.
