It may seem as though simply running a mop over any hardwood floor should suffice when it comes to cleaning it, but to really maintain and preserve their appearance, removing dirt and stains and ...

Hardwood floors always make a good impression—when they’re squeaky clean, that is. However, if your floors have started to look a bit dingy (or worse, the soles of your feet look dirty after walking ...

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Take off your shoes. High heels leave dents in hardwood, and dirty shoes leave scuffs and scratches. Use the right cleaners.

Hardwood floors bring warmth and beauty to any home. Not only do they look great against furniture and decor, but hardwood flooring is fairly easy to clean and maintain, even in high-traffic areas.

There's no reason to get down on your hands and knees to clean your floors. If you want to get the job done with minimal effort, invest in a floor scrubber to do the dirty work for you. Floor ...

Laminate is a popular flooring material, but cleaning it requires special care. Learn how to clean laminate floors the right way with these expert tips. Our editors and experts handpick every product ...

Mr. Floor himself, Igor Murokh, joins the program to answer listener questions. Plus, Igor shares how their deep cleaning process ...

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