Do you know that your hardwood floor surface contains numerous harmful pathogens? Accumulation of dust, spillages, debris, pet mess, and soil are the main source for the growth of harmful pathogens. A regular clean up is usually required to get rid of these pathogens. However, not all cleaning products are effective against these pathogens. You have to use antimicrobial cleaning products to eliminate these pathogens.
Why you should not use bleach as well as Lysol for cleaning purposes?
Bleach, as well as Lysol, are the most effective agents to use for cleaning purposes. However, due to its toxic nature and harmful ingredients, it is not recommended to use for cleaning your hardwood flooring. Household bleach is generally used as a disinfectant for cleaning the floor surfaces but it can’t be used over wood floors. The main reason behind this is its detrimental effects on wooden surfaces.
On the other hand, Lysol being an antimicrobial agent can’t be used for cleaning the hardwood flooring. Lysol is a water-based solution and leaving it on the surface for more than a few minutes can damage the wooden planks.
What should you use for cleaning your hardwood floors?
Disinfect your hardwood floors with White Vinegar Solution and Steam Cleaning. Don’t worry, these two antimicrobial solutions do not contain any harmful ingredient to damage your wooden planks. Since these solutions are water-based, you shouldn’t be leaving it on your floor for a long time.
- White Vinegar Along With Water- Vinegar contains acetic acid which kills germs and bacteria. With often use of this solution for cleaning purposes, you can minimize the growth of the bacteria on the floors.
- Steam Cleaning- The high temperature of steam helps to remove the harmful pathogens like bacteria, fungi, germs, and so on from your wood floors.
Overall, these are the two ways with which you can keep your wood floors sanitized. To get more information about this, contact the flooring contractors of Sequoia Flooring.
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