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Cleaning Linoleum Floors
If you have a no wax floor be careful cleaning it. No wax floors don't get along .... Does Anyone Have a Good Recommendation for Cleaning Hardwood Floors? ...
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- I have white linoleum kitchen floors as well. I just use regular floor cleaner, but I also have the same issue with the "yellow spot", except it is a huge spot where ...
- We had a linoleum floor that had yellowed, and we hired a man to pick it up and put tile down. He told us it had yellowed because we didn't clean it correctly. I was...
- Our floors also yellowed. The floor is Armstrong brand and we've always used Armstrong cleaner, per the manufacturer and store recommendation. We had someone give us...
Seeking Info on Cleaning/polishing Wood Floors
I am wanting information on cleaning/polishing wood floors in a house built in the 50s. Most products in the stores are for sealed wood floors. ...
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- We had the original 1926 wood flooring in our last house and I used Murphy's Oil Soap + water and mop. It always worked well.
- Hi B., I also have old hardwood floors that aren't sealed. They were varnished several years ago but at times get dried out and don't look good at all. When this happe...
- Tung oil is a great way to give dry, wood floors a facelift. I am a realtor and and this is a trick people use to get houses sold. Just put it in a bucket and apply it...
Cleaning Wood Floors?
I use Murphy's Oil Soap and a roller mop to clean my wood floors. They just sparkle and everyone always tells me how beautiful they are. ...
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- I use Murphy's Oil Soap and a roller mop to clean my wood floors. They just sparkle and everyone always tells me how beautiful they are. It's available at the grocery...
- I use Method wood floor cleaner. It comes in a squirt and mop type bottle, which I don't like, so I pour it into a good quality spray bottle. You just mist a little on...
- C., You are probably getting the streaks because you are using too much water. There shouldn't be any standing water left on the wood floors when cleaning, this can b...
Suggestions for Cleaning Hardwood Floors
Read all 16 responses: "We are moving into a home that has old hardwood floors. Due to time constraints and budget we will not be able to sand and ...
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- I use the swiffer wet jet (requires batteries) which has a hardwood floor formula. It's really easy because you press the button to dispense the cleaner, then mop. N...
- The Steam Shark got 4 out of 4 stars on a recent news update, so we bought one for our hardwood and tile floors - LOVE IT! It does a great job. You'll also find grea...
- For every day cleaning, we use Murphy's Oil Soap. Hope this helps.
Cleaning Wood Floors
Read all 28 responses: "Does anyone know of a product to use when cleaning wood floors that does not leave a residue. I usually vacuum, dust (with a ...
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How to Clean New Brazilian Cherry Hard Wood Floors
Aug 4, 2009 ... Read all 6 responses: "How is the best way to clean new brazilian cherry hardwood floors? Any help is appreciated!
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- Your floors sound beautiful! I keep mine clean with the best kept secret...Bruce Hardwood Floor Cleaner. It's available at Lowe's or Home Depot. Love this stuff! L...
- try the shark steamer, it's great, it only uses water! You can add some vinegar also if you want, but it's just steamed water and has been the best cleaner on our wood...
- We clean our hardwood with vinegar & water. For a quick spot clean we use Swiffer Wet Jet ~ they make special formula for hardwood.
How to Clean Hardwoods?
My bf actually is in the hardwood flooring business. He lays, sands and finishes . He told me the best way to clean your hardwood floor is to use a capful of ...
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- Clorox Wipes. I have had pine hardwood and oak hardwood and I have never treated these floors any different that linoleum or tile. I think it is a myth that you have t...
- I don't know about hardwood floors but my Dad always used sand or kitty litter to soak up oil in the garage. Then he would just sweep or vacuum it up. That would pro...
- I use water and vinegar. It works well and does not dull the shine. I enjoy living here, I don't know where you moved from but it is much slower pace than metro areas,...
Best Cleaning Product/technique for Hardwood Floors!
What is your secret for cleaning your hardwood floors? I have used everything from white vinegar (love the green aspect, but not sure how clean my floors ...
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- Careful using vinegar. It will strip the finish off your floors. It needs to be so diluted it looses some of its cleaning power too. We use Bona and a microfiber towel.
- I use Thieves cleaner from Young Living Essential Oils. You can google Young Living Essential Oils to find the product. It works wonders and is safe for babies and p...
- We just moved into our 3rd house that we've put hardwood floors into. All 3 pros told us the same thing- vinegar can work once in a while but it will dry out the floor...
In Need of Cleaning Advice for Floors
Here is something I do every day to clean my wood and tile floors. I am a mom of 5, and my floors get dirty quickly. I use my 2 year old's diapers, ...
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- I am part of a health and wellness company and we have non-toxic cleaning products, bath and body, laundry, medicine, vitamins. Everything is COMPLETELY NON-TOXIC. It ...
- Hi M., I have wood floors and requested help from my mom friends to figure out how to keep the darn things clean (they always look smudged and dingy). The one that'...
- i love the shark steam mop too. word of caution, i understand using orange glow on wood floors is terrible for them. you should not use any cleaner like that if you ...
Cleaning Stains/removing Scratches off Hardwood Floors?
Read all 11 responses: "We have a red permanent pen mark on our hardwood floor, as well as some minor scratches on it (I'm guessing from moving furniture ...
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- any alcohol based product should take off the marker... rubbing alcohol, nail polish remover, etc. Work lightly and quickly, as you do not want to remove the finish on...
- Rubbing alcohol will remove permanent marker from hardwood floors. Try it on a small area first to make sure it works on whatever finish your floor has. Good luck!
- Try Mr. Clean magic eraser for the pen, and if that doesn't work, some hand sanitizer with a soft cloth. The scratches will be there until you have the floors buffed....
