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Question:
Is the “Bissell steam mop” which leaves the floor warm from steam and wet from steam good to use on a urethane coated oak floor? I worry the steam will break down the urethane seal or at least dull it’s finish.
Answer:
You have every right to be concerned with using a steam mop on a hardwood floor because water is one of hardwoods worst enemies!
For more detailed information on how to maintain your hardwood floors and what to use, click here.
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Responses to “Reader Question – Steam Mops and Hardwood Floors”
January 7th, 2010 at 5:49 pm
Although steam cleaning works well on your carpets, it is not the recommended procedure for cleaning cork floors (see below for appropriate care)
- To clean soiled areas on your cork floors, do not use soap and water. Excessive water (or steam) can damage cork floors. Instead, use only a cleaner formulated for use on hardwood floors.
- Sweeping or vacuuming (without a beater bar) is recommended for regular cleaning to remove dirt particles that could scratch your floors.
- Always wipe up spills immediately, since cork is a wood product and will absorb moisture.
Following these procedures should give you years of excellent performance and beauty from your natural cork floors.
Annette
January 4th, 2010 at 9:55 am
I have cork flooring in my game room and with all the traffic in and out I would like to steam mop, but I am wondering is it okay to steam mop the cork?
Very concerned