If you’ve ever watched any show involving home renovations, you probably know how sought-after and special hardwood floors are. It’s not surprising that something so sought-after probably requires a ...

It may seem as though simply running a mop over any hardwood floor should suffice when it comes to cleaning it, but to really maintain and preserve their appearance, removing dirt and stains and ...

The Bissell PowerFresh Pet Lift-Off 2-in-1 steam mop did an excellent job cleaning hardwood and tile floors. It was easy to ...

Use washable runners or rugs in areas that see a lot of foot traffic to help protect your floor. "They trap dirt before it spreads, and are easier to wash than mopping every day," Sokolowski says. I ...

We’ve asked an expert for his take on how often you need to mop your floors, the best mopping techniques, and what to look for when shopping for a great mop.

Hardwood floors always make a good impression—when they’re squeaky clean, that is. However, if your floors have started to look a bit dingy (or worse, the soles of your feet look dirty after walking ...

Hardwood floors bring warmth and beauty to any home. Not only do they look great against furniture and decor, but hardwood flooring is fairly easy to clean and maintain, even in high-traffic areas.

We don’t always have the answers, but we have some people on speed dial who do — which is why we present to you our series FYI where we have experts explain if lip balm is actually bad, how often you ...

Laminate is a popular flooring material, but cleaning it requires special care. Learn how to clean laminate floors the right way with these expert tips. Our editors and experts handpick every product ...

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If you’ve ever watched any show involving home renovations, you probably know how sought-after and special hardwood floors are. It’s not surprising that something so desirable probably requires a bit ...