Wood floors and wood paneling can add character to your home.
Most of the surfaces in your home need regular maintenance and cleaning to keep them looking like new. For example, you might think that wood paneling wouldn't need to be cleaned very often. However, the charm and beauty of your wood paneling will hold up much longer if you properly care for it. The same goes for wood floors. In fact, wood floors might need to be cleaned even more often, depending on where they are located in your home. High traffic area will probably get dirty faster than low traffic areas.
Instructions
Wood Paneling
1. Use a clean cloth to dust any surface debris from your wood paneling. You can dampen the cloth if there is a heavy buildup of dust.
2. Mix together the cleaning solution for your wood paneling. In a small bucket, add one quart of warm water, one quarter cup of mild dish washing detergent and a tablespoon of vegetable oil.
3. Dip a large sponge into your cleaning solution and use it to clean the wood paneling, starting at the top and working your way toward the bottom in large, even strokes.
4. Rinse the sponge with clean water periodically. When wringing out the sponge, squeeze the dirty liquid into a separate bucket before placing the sponge back into your cleaning solution.
5. Rinse the wood paneling by saturating a clean sponge in plain water and wiping the entire area from top to bottom. Then, dry with a cotton terry cloth.
Wood Floors
6. Sweep all loose debris from your wood floor with a broom. A high quality broom is less likely to scratch your floor.
7. Use the hose attachment of your vacuum cleaner to clean between wood floor boards and in corners.
8. Dampen a towel and use it to clean any areas that have residue or caked on dirt.
9. Mop the entire floor with a very damp mop. You should never have puddles of water on your wood floor. If the floor is exceptionally dirty, you can add a few drops of mild cleaner to the mop water. Do not use cleaners that contain ammonia or oil soaps. Let the floor dry completely.
10. Spray a wood floor cleaner on any areas that have scuffs or other marks. Use a soft cloth to gently buff the cleaner and eliminate the mark.
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