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Avoid Water: Do NOT Clean These 9 Items With It

September 20, 2022 · Tips & Tricks
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#2 Laminate or hardwood floors

You may think that there is no reason why you shouldn’t give your hardwood or laminate floors a customary wipe-down with water, after all, they generally have a water-resistant finish! Yet, they can definitely end up with damage due to being cleaned with water as the finish is bound to wear off in time.

Moreover, if you get the floors too wet, they can end up swelling and even turning black! You shouldn’t just rely on cleaning these types of floors with water, but rather use special cleaning solutions and a microfiber cloth. Not to mention, most manufacturers will also give you a list of products that they recommend using, so your best bet is to use those.

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