Download - Tips For Cleaning Hardwood Floors
Seals form a barrier between the
wood and liquids or abrasions.
Materials commonly used to seal
hardwood floors today include
urethane, polyacrylic, and
polyurethane.
It’s important to keep in mind, oil
treated or untreated floors
require special care. When you
seal a floor, however, the cleaner
comes into contact with the seal,
not the wood..
Keeping dust particles off of floors will keep
dirt from getting ground into the finish.
Removing spills and treating stains instantly
will keep deep stains from penetrating the
finish and the wood.
Using an auto floor sweeper once a week, or
more often in high traffic areas, will keep
hardwood floors from requiring more intense
cleaning as often.
Put floor protectors on the legs
of furniture to prevent
scratches when scooting or
from weight.
Place mats near all entryways
to prevent dirt and water from
being tracked inside.
Avoid wearing heels on the
wood floors.
Keep indoor pets’ nails
trimmed.
In many cases, water is the strongest cleaner that
you will need to use on your hardwood floor.
Avoid “home remedies” using lemon juice, vinegar,
ammonia, and other acidic ingredients that can be
just as harmful to your finish as some chemicals.
Never leave hardwood floors wet. Use a soft cloth to
dry up puddles and pick up remaining moisture.
Never use products with wax that can build up and
dull your hardwood floor.
Use tools that are made specifically for
use on hardwood floors.
A Clarke floor sweeper designed for
use on wood surfaces is ideal for
cleaning large areas.
Microfiber mops are soft and they hold
onto dirt that could be moved around
with regular mops, leading to scratches.
Dusting and damp mopping are better
options than vacuuming with a
traditional upright that could damage
the floor’s surface.
Some liquids can permeate
the floor’s finish over time if
they aren’t cleaned up
immediately.
For stubborn spills, use a
50/50 bleach and water
mixture that you leave on the
stained area just until the
stain fades. Rinse with water
and dry.
Products with wax may look great after the first application, but the wax will
build up over time and begin to look not so shiny.
An auto floor sweeper with the appropriate buffing pad can bring a new shine
to old wood floors.
Use two teabags and boiling water to create a brew that will make hardwood
floors shine naturally.
Many products made to clean hardwood
floors contain chemicals that are actually
harmful to your floors, children, pets, and
the environment.
Look for “green” cleaning products that are
safe. Today’s new eco-friendly products
are made to be effective without the
harmful effects of traditional cleaners.
Performance Systems Janitorial Supply is a trusted resource for auto floor sweepers,
scrubbers, and a variety of janitorial supplies and parts to keep floors clean at
competitive prices. PS Janitorial products include high-quality refurbished cleaning
equipment that is available at a much lower cost than buying new.
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Sources
• http://www.today.com/home/how-clean-
hardwood-floors-101-2D12054704
• http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/best-
tips-for-cleaning-hardwood-floors-199663