Cleaning Hardwood floors ....

[nikitakolata]

I get my floors cleaned once a month by a cleaning service and they use steam to clean them. There haven't been any ill effects that I've noticed; they look as good as new after years of the same cleaning routine.

If I clean the floors myself, I usually use murphy's oil soap. My husband and I will do it together; one of us washes, the other follows and dries. I've never had any problems doing it that way, either. I like the smell of Murphy's as a bonus.

[tarragon]

I use Murphys Soap as well on my hardwood floors. Smells so fresh and clean and the floors look nice too. I do not drench my floors though, just damp mop.

[d2mini]

This is worth a read.
And they don't advise using murphys oil soap.

Wood Floor Doctor.com Learn the Best Methods to Hardwood Floor Cleaning Part 1

[George Chong]

Originally Posted by Idlewile

Bona, only Bona. Big spray bottle then use a swiffer dry mop with dry pad. Nothing better and easy.

Totally agree - Bona is the BEST! http://www.bona.com/en-US/

I purchased the entire system - micro-fiber mop (which you can wash in the washing machine) and the dispenser. http://www.mybonahome.com/products/h...floor-mop.html You can refill the dispenser too.

I have tried the vinegar and water method and the floors look great right afterwards but it leaves a slight film.

[DenisePerry3010]

My house is almost 100 years-old; My floors are the original hardwood. What do I use to clean it when my dogs potty on them????? Help me!!