Finally, when used and applied the right way, Pine Sol doesn't leave behind any residue that will leave you with an unsightly hardwood floor surface. Wax and oil-based cleaners, on the other hand, leave behind a hazy residual substance.
The first option you can try is an ammonia-free cleaner like Windex. Spray a two-foot section of your floor and let the cleaner sit for about two minutes. Next, use a dish-scrubbing sponge to rub the section of the floor where you sprayed the cleaner.
Sticky floors occur when you leave behind too much cleaning solution, use the wrong floor cleaner, or not rinsing with clean water after mopping. You can clean the residue off tile and wood floors and then rinse using a clean mop and water. Clean with a steam mop to remove the sticky residue easily.
If you continue using dirty water when mopping, you're essentially transferring the dirt on the area you are cleaning and you end up with messier and stickier floors. Not Sweeping or Vacuuming Beforehand: Forgetting to vacuum or sweep beforehand does not eliminate dirt like hair and dust.
If you've been seeking a floor cleaner that doesn't leave residue, white vinegar is an excellent choice. Be sure that you don't use vinegar or a liquid of any kind on a flooring material that can't get wet, such as many older or lower-end laminates.
A: Yes. Original Pine-Sol® Multi-Surface Cleaner is registered with the EPA as a disinfectant when used as directed full strength. When used according to the instructions on the product, it kills 99.9% of germs and household bacteria on hard, nonporous surfaces.
But if your wood floor is in a high-traffic area, such as a kitchen, it may sometimes require a more concerted cleaning effort. Pine-Sol is an effective cleaner as well as a deodorizer and disinfectant that has been around since 1929, and is suitable for wood if used properly.
The Twist & Shout does NOT leave any residue after use. Take a damp paper towel and wipe the cleaned floor after using the Swiffer Sweeper and see if the floor is truly clean. I have used the Swiffer products and found that most left something behind.
“And the floor can end up sticky and even dirtier because their cleaning solvent tends to dry very fast, leaving a sticky residue if not cleaned fast and well.”
If the sticky floor is due to an accumulation of moisture and tracked-in dirt, start by soaking a wet mop in warm water then wring it out until it is just slightly wet. Alternately, you may soak old floor rags in warm water and run over the floor surface.
Usually no rinsing required. On wood surfaces, do not allow puddles of cleaner to remain. *Not recommended for use on unfinished, unsealed, unpainted, waxed, oiled or worn flooring.
Wipe wet residue left from a Swiffer product from hardwood flooring with a clean cloth. Use wide strokes as you wipe to remove all wetness from the floor. Spray the affected area with a wood floor cleaner or polish. The wood cleaner or polish will restore shine to the hardwood.
According to Pine-Sol, you should refrain from using undiluted Pine-Sol on metal surfaces, such as copper or aluminum.
What is this? Pine-Sol is more acidic than Fabuloso, which gives it an advantage in breaking down stubborn stains and complex messes caused by grease. Pine-Sol Original is the only liquid cleaning solution that disinfects.
While Pine SOL can be diluted for lighter applications, Pine Glo has to be used as is in all cases. Pine Glo loses a good part of its cleaning and disinfecting capabilities once it is diluted which is not the case with Pine SOL.
Yes, a Swiffer mop can make your floors sticky. There are two reasons for this. First, you're overusing the cleaner in the Swiffer mop, and it's causing a build-up. Secondly, you're spraying a large area, and the cleaner from the Swiffer mop is drying before you get to mop it up, causing sticky spots on your floor.
Ultimately, traditional mops are still the best option for deep cleaning. You can put more pressure on the head, and you can use any cleaning solution (rather than the Swiffer-only options) and as much of it as you need.
Bona's mop distributes cleaning solution more evenly than the Swiffer WetJet. Bona's mop head is significantly wider (15 inches) than Swiffer's (9 inches), which makes it easier to clean large rooms but more difficult to navigate in small spaces. Bona's spray mop comes with a reusable microfiber mop pad.
The best way to clean an entire room with laminate flooring is to use a damp microfiber or spray mop such as a Swiffer. These pick up dirt and grime without leaving streaks or pools of water. When washing a reusable mop head, don't use fabric softener, as this can leave residue behind the next time you clean the floor.
While vinegar is safe to use on hardwood, it should be diluted in order to work properly. Using undiluted vinegar can lead to sticky flooring and a strong odor that takes quite a while to dissipate.
While a Swiffer is a great tool for everyday cleaning (especially if you vacuum first), don't use it if there's a lot of dirt or other debris on your floors. These bigger messes might be a better job for the Swiffer WetJet, or a regular mop or vacuum.
You can also use Pine-Sol® Original Squirt 'N Mop®. It's safe for wood and hard, nonporous surfaces. You can apply it to the floor directly from the bottle.
Pine-Sol is safe on hardwood floors and can be used to clean and disinfect them. What is essential is to use the right concentration and correctly follow the instructions: Sweep or vacuum the floor to remove loose dirt and debris. Take ¼ cup of Pine-Sol and mix with a gallon of water in a bucket.