5. Use canola oil to remove scratches
In a small container mix 1 part vinegar with 2 parts canola oil (or vegetable oil). Wipe the mixture on your scratches and gently rub it into the wood. You don’t even have to wipe the mixture away.
6. Remove pet urine from your wood floors
Your best bet is to tackle the urine as soon as possible! While it’s still wet, blot up as much of the moisture as possible. Dust plenty of baking soda on the still-wet spot and let it sit overnight. Wash away with a gentle cleaner.
7. Use a microfiber cloth for general cleaning
For general sweeping/cleaning opt for a microfiber duster. The gentle material protects your floors from scratches.
8. Remove gum with ice
Get stuck-on-gum off of your wood floors with a piece of ice. Use the ice to freeze the glue, then use a razor blade to remove the gum from the floor. You can also use this trick with glue or tape residue.
9. Use a walnut to remove scratches
If you have shelled walnuts on hand, you can get rid of scratches. Simply rub the walnut on the scratch until the scratch lightens or disappears.
10. Clean your floors with black tea
Boil four tea bags in 1 quart of water. Let it soak for as long as possible (the strong the brew, the better it cleans… though if you have light wood floors, you’ll want to opt for less time to avoid staining your floors). Pour the cool tea into a bucket. Get a rag damp (not soaked) and wipe your floors down. Note: This is method is not safe for laminate flooring.
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