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How To Clean A Floor Guide For All Popular Flooring Types
Cleaning Hardwood Floors Hardwood Floors is pretty simple. The main thing that you have to remember is not to let them be wet for long. Using a little water on the floor is ok, but don't use a lot and make sure that it dries quickly. If water is left on the hardwood too long, the floor can soak it up and become damaged. This can lead to costly repairs over time. Before a deep clean of your hardwood floor, it is important to give it a good sweep. Once you are done you will proceed to mop. The best types of mops for hardwood are sponge mops because they do not hold a lot of water once they are squeezed. In order to keep your wood floor protected, it is also important to wax it on occasion. It is simple to do and there are many cleaners on the market that are perfect for this. Remember not to wax too frequently or it could build up. Waxing keeps your floor with a shiny and lacquered look. Cleaning Hardwood Laminate ![]() Cleaning Carpet One of the most common types of flooring that you will find in a home is carpet. Carpet has been around for ages and people love that it is pretty low maintenance. The great thing about carpet is that it can go a while without looking dirty, but that doesn't mean it isn't. It is important to keep your carpet vacuumed regularly. Be sure to purchase a good vacuum cleaner if you have a lot of carpet in your house. You will also want to have your carpet shampooed on occasion. This can be done commercially or you can purchase a shampooer and do it yourself. Once your carpet has been shampooed do not walk on it until it is dry. You can use a box fan to help with the drying process. Finally be sure to have a good stain cleaner if you have carpet. It can acquire stains over time as various things get spilled on it. Using the right stain cleaner immediately and scrubbing the stain is important to keeping your carpet spot free. Follow these techniques to keep your flooring in tip top shape for years to come.
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