Old House Journal

Cleaning All Floors

We tend to clean too seldom and too harshly. Especially when it comes to wood floors, try to keep dirt out in the first place. Use doormats. Remove boots and muddy or salty shoes at the door. Vacuum often with a floor nozzle, as carpet beaters and brush rollers can damage many kinds of flooring. Clean up spills and sticky areas immediately, using a mild cleanser and nothing abrasive.

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Be sure your vacuum is set to hard surfaces, as a carpet beater brush may damage the surface. The old standard cleaning solution was equal parts warm water and white vinegar. A small amount of dish

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