Some of the best cleaners for bamboo floors include hardwood floor cleaners or a cleaner like Pine-Sol, but only use these products on bamboo flooring that has been sealed or finished with a protective coating. Avoid using these products on unfinished, worn away, waxed, or oiled bamboo flooring.
Avoid vinegar and steam
Steam cleaners put heat and excess water on your floor, which can lead to long-term damage. For a deep clean, use a floor deep cleaner powered by hydrogen peroxide, that loosens and removes heavy dirt build-up, such as Bona PowerPlus® Hardwood Floor Deep Cleaner.
Bamboo floors are relatively low maintenance and you can use a simple solution of white vinegar and warm water to clean them. Simply mix one part white vinegar to four parts warm water, and apply to a microfiber flat mop until it's damp.
Pine Sol is a disinfectant and degreaser. It's a rather harsh cleaner. It is not made for wood floors.
Pine-Sol® is not recommended for use on marble, aluminum, or unsealed, waxed, oiled or visibly worn wood. Q: Where should I NOT use Pine-Sol® Cleaners? A: We do not recommend using Pine-Sol® Original Multi-Surface Cleaner on aluminum, copper or marble surfaces.
For deep cleaning and disinfecting wood floors, you should give the surface a more thorough clean every 1-2 weeks. To disinfect your floor, use Lysol® Clean & Fresh Multi-Surface Cleaner at full-strength (or dilute 1 oz to 5 oz of warm water in a bucket) and be sure to pre-clean the surface.
Clean Regularly: For routine cleaning of your bamboo floor, any approved hardwood floor cleaning system such as Swiffer Wet Jet (with hardwood insert) or Bona Hardwood Cleaning System will work. We recommend that you test the cleaning system on an out-of-the-way area first to ensure it doesn't damage the finish.
I suggest using a pH-neutral cleaner designed explicitly for bamboo or hardwood floors. Avoid harsh chemicals, oil-based products, or abrasive cleaners.
Some of the best cleaners for bamboo floors include hardwood floor cleaners or a cleaner like Pine-Sol, but only use these products on bamboo flooring that has been sealed or finished with a protective coating. Avoid using these products on unfinished, worn away, waxed, or oiled bamboo flooring.
Prone to Damage
Despite its natural hardness, Bamboo flooring is susceptible to scratches, dents, and damage from heavy furniture or sharp objects. This vulnerability can compromise the floor's aesthetic appeal and functionality over time, particularly in high-traffic areas.
Bamboo flooring tends to be sensitive to harsh cleaners, but the material is sustainable enough to Clean Naturally. Avoid using oil or bleach, which can damage the finish, and follow the flooring manufacturer's guidelines.
Never use a steam mop
The steam generated from a steam mop can penetrate the bamboo and cause the planks of flooring to warp and distort as they absorb the moisture. A damp mop can be used to clean your bamboo floor, but it must be wrung out completely as excess water can also cause severe damage.
Bamboo floors can be corroded by harsh detergents and cleaning agents, so you should always use pH balanced cleaners. It's also important to avoid cleaning with oil soap, ammonia-based cleaner, wax-based products, bleaches, and acidic materials such as vinegar, as these can damage the bamboo as well.
A Bona spray mop is a fantastic cleaning product for any type bamboo floor. It allows you to clean the surface of your floor thoroughly whilst ensuring it does not become damaged.
Areas of obvious dirt or grit should be removed with a dustpan and brush immediately. The whole bamboo floor should be swept using a soft bristle brush on a daily basis. The whole bamboo floor should be cleaned with a microfiber mop and PH neutral wood floor cleaning spray on a weekly basis.
Is Fabuloso® Professional safe on wood? Yes, Fabuloso® Professional's formula works on all non porous hard surfaces.
If your floor is looking a bit dull, it might just need a quick freshen up with your wooden floor cleaning solution. Please don't use furniture polish on your new floor.
Solid Bamboo: Solid bamboo can be sanded and refinished multiple times, much like traditional hardwood floors. This makes it a good option for areas with high foot traffic.
NEVER USE the popular steam cleaners or OrangeGlo products on your prefinished bamboo floor.
Q: Can Pine Sol be safely used on hardwood floors, including engineered hardwood? A: While Pine Sol is a popular household cleaner, using it on hardwood floors, especially engineered hardwood, may not be recommended as it can leave a residue that could potentially damage the finish over time.
Yes. The 2X Concentrated Original Pine-Sol® Multi-Surface Cleaner is registered with the EPA as a disinfectant when used as directed either diluted (1 cup of cleaner per ½ gallon of water) or at full-strength.
Murphy® Original oil soap is the one Mom and Grandma used to clean wood to a natural shine. Pull out the bucket and get nostalgic while cleaning wooden floors and furniture, cabinets, tile and linoleum. Murphy® Original Formula Oil Soap 4.1 out of 5 stars, average rating value.