Why it matters
Clear expectations reduce disappointment after installation. Surface marks often come from grit, dragged furniture, chair wheels, sharp objects and concentrated loads.
Resistance is not immunity
A floor can resist normal use and still be marked by sharp grit, dragged furniture or concentrated pressure. The buyer should choose and use the floor with that reality in mind.
Grit can scratch many surfaces.
Chair wheels can create repeated wear.
Heavy furniture legs should be protected.
The product and room must match
A bedroom, rental unit, office and retail space do not create the same surface demand. The specification should match traffic and cleaning habits.
Surface finish affects how marks appear.
Wear layer should match expected traffic.
Care habits protect the finished floor.