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Not saying all of you are wrong, but some research I have done seems to say it's ok, esp when the floors are sealed, like mine are, and that steam cleaning your hw floors - when done properly - does not ruin them.
The microfiber mop and Bona solution I use work, but they tend to push things like bacteria, et al around, and the solution seems to attract dirt.
Not saying all of you are wrong, but some research I have done seems to say it's ok, esp when the floors are sealed, like mine are, and that steam cleaning your hw floors - when done properly - does not ruin them.
The microfiber mop and Bona solution I use work, but they tend to push things like bacteria, et al around, and the solution seems to attract dirt.
Cheers.
If you believe that, then I would suggest contacting the manufacturer of your floor and ask THEM what steam cleaner will not void your warranty. My guess is, their answer will be "none"
I don't. They were already installed when I bought the place. How does someone who buys a house know where their previously installed floors came from, esp when they were not installed by the previous owner?
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Originally Posted by ChessieMom
If you don't know what you have, then how can you possibly think that it might be okay to use a steamer on them?
If you don't know what I have, then how can you possibly think that it isn't okay to use a steamer on them?
I don't. They were already installed when I bought the place. How does someone who buys a house know where their previously installed floors came from, esp when they were not installed by the previous owner?
If you don't know what I have, then how can you possibly think that it isn't okay to use a steamer on them?
Because it is generally NOT recommended. The maker of MY floors strictly warns to NOT do so. This is straight out of my care booklet:
Steam cleaners should never be used on a wood floor. The combination of heat, moisture and pressure could be very damaging to the wood. For similar reasons, never use a completely wet mop or cloth when cleaning the floor, and instead use only a slightly damp mop or cloth
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The maker of MY floors strictly warns to NOT do so. This is straight out of my care booklet:
