Hardwood Flooring Care : Caring for Surface Finishes on Your Floors

Vacuum and/or dust mop regularly.

For general cleaning of soiled areas, dip or spray a clean cloth with the manufacturer's recommended cleaner. The cloth should be slightly moistened, not wet. As you clean the floor follow by wiping the floor dry. If manufacturer of the finish is unknown, spray-mist areas of floors with a mild cleaner (i.e. non-abrasive counter-type) follow by wiping with a sponge mop or cloth pad mop, and dry up residue.

Note: Spray mist only as necessary. Do not apply moisture unnecessarily, vacuum instead. Contact the finish manufacturer to determine specific recommendations for cleaning the finish. Ammonia will damage or dull many surface finishes and should not be used to clean your floor.