If you want your wood floor to stay looking great for longer, you need to invest a bit of time, choose the right products and take heed of some simple steps:
1. Clear the room. It may seem obvious, but if you’re focusing on cleaning the floor, it’s best if the room can be empty. Clearing the room not only saves you time, it saves the floor from potential damage caused by the dragging of furniture. If it’s impossible to clear the room, do try to get some help so you can lift and replace furniture rather than dragging it.
2. Sweep and then hoover the whole floor so it is free of dust and dirt.
3. Mop the floor with a damp, (preferably) microfiber mop. Avoid using too much water, as it will seep into the wood.
4. If needs be, use a wood floor cleaning product. Although mopping with water will bring your floor back to life, if you feel as if you need a cleaning product, make sure you choose a product which is specifically suited to wood floors. Always read the label and make sure you follow the instructions provided.
5. Waxing – if you want to improve the colour of the wood, a good idea is to apply a ‘wax polish’ from time to time. That said, it’s important not to use wax polishes too often as they can build up and attract dirt.
TOP TIP – if you’re in any doubt about your cleaning method, test it on a small, inconspicuous part of your floor before tackling the whole job. This is particularly important if you’re testing out commercial cleaners for the first time.
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