Flooring FAQs

Homeowner cleaning hardwood floors with a microfiber mop and hardwood floor cleaner

What to Use to Clean Hardwood Floors

Use a soft-bristle broom or hard-floor vacuum to remove loose dirt, followed by a clean microfiber mop lightly dampened with

Person cleaning bamboo hardwood floors with a microfiber mop in a bright modern living room

How to Clean Bamboo Floors Without Streaks: Care and Maintenance Guide

To clean bamboo floors without streaks, first remove grit with a soft broom, microfiber dust mop or hard-floor vacuum. Clean

Paint spill on hardwood floor with microfiber cloth, soapy water, and plastic scraper

How to Clean Paint From Hardwood Floors Without Damaging the Finish

To clean paint from hardwood floors, first determine whether the paint is water-based or oil-based and test every cleaning method

Homeowner blotting fresh dog urine from a hardwood floor while the dog waits nearby

How Do You Clean Dog Urine From Hardwood Floors?

Blot fresh dog urine immediately, then clean the spot with a product specifically approved for your hardwood finish. Use minimal

Homeowner cleaning wood-look vinyl plank flooring with a microfiber mop in a modern home

How to Clean Vinyl Hardwood Floors Without Damaging Them

Vinyl hardwood flooring usually refers to wood-look vinyl plank flooring, not genuine hardwood. Although it resembles natural wood, vinyl requires

Person wearing an N95 mask, goggles, and gloves cleaning a small mold patch from hardwood flooring

How to Clean Mold Off Hardwood Floors

To clean a small surface patch of mold from a structurally sound hardwood floor, first repair the moisture source. Wear

Homeowner cleaning glue residue from hardwood floors with a microfiber cloth and plastic scraper

How to Clean Glue From Hardwood Floors

The safest way to clean glue from hardwood floors is to soften the glue first, gently lift it with a

Man installing oak flooring in a bright modern room with tools and oak planks

How to Lay Oak Flooring

To lay oak flooring, first choose the right installation method for your floor type and subfloor. Solid oak is usually

Clean hardwood floor in a bright modern living room with natural light and polished wood surface

What Is the Best Way to Clean Hardwood Floors? A Safe, Simple Guide for Every Home

The best way to clean hardwood floors is to remove loose dust first, then use a slightly damp microfiber mop

Person cleaning hardwood floors with a microfiber mop in a bright open-plan home

How to Clean Hardwood Floors

To clean hardwood floors safely, remove dust and grit first, then use a lightly damp microfiber mop with a wood-safe,