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the future mrs m Posted:

NWR:How do you clean your hardwood floors??

how do you clean your hardood floors? what products do you use? how often?

MaureenM618 Posted:

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That's a good question....My whole apartment is wood floor...it's waxed(???). I have no idea how to clean it. I usually only dust mop it but I would like to mop it. I've read on websites though that say you shouldn't use any mop or use any products because it will damage the floor. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks!

MikeandJess Posted:

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swiffer wet jet makes a special solution for hard wood floors. I vacuum first and then use the swiffer

wendyz06 Posted:

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The company that I used to refinish my floors recommends Polycare

http://www.polycare.com/

You can buy it a the supermarket too.
Snickers76 Posted:

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I use murphy's oil soap and water. There are probably tons of newer, better products out there now, but I stick with the stuff my mom used!

joan_db Posted:

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we have hard wood floor as well and we use Orange Glo.

jessica08bride Posted:

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Posted by MikeandJess

swiffer wet jet makes a special solution for hard wood floors. I vacuum first and then use the swiffer


same here. I sweep first then swiffer with my wet jet. i do this once a week.
jenafee Posted:

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Posted by MikeandJess

swiffer wet jet makes a special solution for hard wood floors. I vacuum first and then use the swiffer



Same here!
Christys0925 Posted:

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Orange Glow for hardwoods and they have a special mop for it. The mops like 15 and the stuff is amazing. We have most of our downstairs in the house hardwood and it works so GREAT!!!!!!!! You can get it at Walmart, etc.

Mrs.Ptobe Posted:

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I have a floor mate - I like it b/c there is a wood floor setting and Old English cleaner (and for the other floors there is a lysol cleaner I can use for the non-wood flooring) and it nice b/c it also vacuums the wettness up. For quick jobs I use Murphy's Oil soap.

Pinkiegirll07 Posted:

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Posted by MikeandJess

swiffer wet jet makes a special solution for hard wood floors. I vacuum first and then use the swiffer


Me too...when I actually get around to cleaning of course!! I use the dust broom or regular swiffer than use the wetjet!
snowcat Posted:

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windex- it makes them really shiny, but not slippery

SusiBtoM Posted:

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I was advised to regularly vacuum the floor and to use a damp mop with only water or oddly, club soda, on it, never any soap because it can leave a dull residue. Even Murphy's leaves a residue.

the future mrs m Posted:

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i think i will try the water and vin. seems cheap enough :) we are on a budget! thanks girls.

chrispar Posted:

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I was told to use Bona. You can get it at a floring store. It works great. When my house was built, the guy who did the floors strongly recommeded us use it. Hope this was helpful!

portjeffbride Posted:

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be careful with what product you choose!

Mom bought the swiffer for hardwood floors, and it created this odd film on her floor. (Her floor is brand new, and a deep brown color... so any flim is OBVIOUS.) this was about 5 months ago, and the stupid film is really slow to wear off! It still looks blotchy.

If you don't know the floor manufacturer, be conservative and choose something VERY mild.... like the murphy's oil soap. Franky, it's best to just dust it with a dry mop.... but if there is ground in dirt, I'd try that first (after doing a test patch)
Kelly79 Posted:

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Posted by Snickers76

I use murphy's oil soap and water. There are probably tons of newer, better products out there now, but I stick with the stuff my mom used!


I was going to suggest the same thing!!!
vintagegirl Posted:

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LOL my new apt has hardwood floors.. I have been using the swifter.. but i am thinking now murphy's oil is more approiate..lol

CrisiDrue Posted:

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Vinegar and warm water works best (IMO). I'm not sure what should be used with wood floors that are waxed.

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