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Post by bwife on Oct 15, 2014 15:54:32 GMT
We have wood floors on most of the 1st level of our house. Honestly, they need refinished, But since we currently have 3 kids and 4 dogs, ( + like now, a foster dog and watching someone else's dog while they are on vaca) the floor refinishing is not happening any time soon. So when I can clean them they look great ( I vacuum at least 1x a week, more if it is muddy out) And I usually clean them really good with the Orange glow 4in1 cleaner if someone is coming to our house. that usually happens at Least 2x a month, sometimes more.
My question is this.... What do you use for in between?? I used some orange glow spray every day cleaner to spot clean a few areas ( the kitchen, by the back door) it made the floors all streaky and hazy in a few areas. Maybe I need something else?? or need to clean the floor more often. It is such a pain to do with all of the furniture and dogs!
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Post by Deleted on Oct 15, 2014 16:08:53 GMT
I get a microfiber cloth slightly damp with diluted white vinegar and use that.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 15, 2014 16:10:46 GMT
I use a freedom mop. You can fill it with whatever solution you like. It's quick and easy for between major moppings. I bought it on amazon after my sister sang its praises.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 15, 2014 16:51:23 GMT
I have a flat mop with a removable cover. I fill up a spray bottle with a homemade floor cleaner I found on Pinterest. It's 1 cup water, 1 cup rubbing alcohol, 1 cup hydrogen peroxide, and a few drops of dish soap. I spray it on the dry floor and wipe with the dry mop.
I actually use this method to clean my whole main floor and it looks great. After a few weeks though I notice the kitchen/dining area needs a good scrub so I clean on my hands and knees with a microfibre cloth. But the bedrooms and hallway never need more than a wipe with the spray and dry mop
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Post by samcro on Oct 15, 2014 18:34:36 GMT
Vinegar and water.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 15, 2014 19:32:24 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Oct 16, 2014 11:28:42 GMT
I have a flat mop with a removable cover. I fill up a spray bottle with a homemade floor cleaner I found on Pinterest. It's 1 cup water, 1 cup rubbing alcohol, 1 cup hydrogen peroxide, and a few drops of dish soap. I spray it on the dry floor and wipe with the dry mop. I actually use this method to clean my whole main floor and it looks great. After a few weeks though I notice the kitchen/dining area needs a good scrub so I clean on my hands and knees with a microfibre cloth. But the bedrooms and hallway never need more than a wipe with the spray and dry mop Will that strip the finish off of the floor over time? I have hardwood in most of my house (all levels). |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 16, 2014 11:34:07 GMT
I use a freedom mop. You can fill it with whatever solution you like. It's quick and easy for between major moppings. I bought it on amazon after my sister sang its praises. Which Freedom mop do you use? |
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Post by kellapea on Oct 16, 2014 11:38:25 GMT
Method wood floor cleaner. It smells like almond extract  I buy it at Target. |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 16, 2014 12:27:17 GMT
I use a freedom mop. You can fill it with whatever solution you like. It's quick and easy for between major moppings. I bought it on amazon after my sister sang its praises. Which Freedom mop do you use? The spray trigger is on the handle. Great mop for spot cleaning or high traffic areas. |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 16, 2014 14:59:25 GMT
I have a flat mop with a removable cover. I fill up a spray bottle with a homemade floor cleaner I found on Pinterest. It's 1 cup water, 1 cup rubbing alcohol, 1 cup hydrogen peroxide, and a few drops of dish soap. I spray it on the dry floor and wipe with the dry mop. I actually use this method to clean my whole main floor and it looks great. After a few weeks though I notice the kitchen/dining area needs a good scrub so I clean on my hands and knees with a microfibre cloth. But the bedrooms and hallway never need more than a wipe with the spray and dry mop Will that strip the finish off of the floor over time? I have hardwood in most of my house (all levels). I was told no and I haven't noticed anything on my floors. I had used all sorts of hardwood cleaners and they all left a hazy finish. This is the only one that doesn't leave that. But if you're not sure I would talk to a flooring guy to make sure! |
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Post by micpea on Oct 16, 2014 15:35:52 GMT
We just rehabbed a 1960's ranch & had the original floors refinished. Everyone we've consulted says to use water & vinegar on the floors. All other products will leave a film.
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Post by yoursweetwhimsy on Oct 16, 2014 16:09:13 GMT
I have a BonAmi spray mop with the trigger on the handle, similar to the Freedom mop. I just use vinegar and water in it and toss the cloths in the washer. I love it!. With the kids and dogs, I use it almost every afternoon. I use my steam mop to super clean the floor about once a week.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 16, 2014 16:24:35 GMT
Thanks tinyt and micpea. |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 16, 2014 16:24:57 GMT
Which Freedom mop do you use? The spray trigger is on the handle. Great mop for spot cleaning or high traffic areas. Thanks! |
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Post by peano on Oct 16, 2014 16:26:49 GMT
The all-purpose spray I use on everything.
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Post by bwife on Oct 22, 2014 17:17:06 GMT
Thank you everyone! Sorry for just now getting back here, I was down sick for a few days! ugh. Question for you Vinegar and water peas.... What % do you use of each? 1/2 and 1/2 or?? I am going to try that this week when I clean the floors. We ALWAYS have Vinegar ( use it for some laundry and the Dishwasher) and I found an extra spray bottle when I cleaned under the sink last week. While I dont have the AWESOME Freedom Mop, I do have the microfiber mop from Bona.
THANKS!
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Post by gardengoddess on Oct 22, 2014 17:30:59 GMT
Bona
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Post by threegirls on Oct 22, 2014 17:41:03 GMT
Water and vinegar in my Freedom mop.
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I buy it at Target.
