How to Keep Hardwood Floors From Showing Footprints
- 1). Clean the hardwood regularly to eliminate existing grime and footprints. Begin by sweeping the entire hardwood floor thoroughly with a household broom. Remove all sand and grit fragments from existing footprints.
- 2). Vacuum the crevices between individual hardwood planks using an ordinary vacuum without a rotating beater bar. Beater bars can scuff hardwood floors.
- 3). Add two drops of bleach-free dishwashing liquid to a mop pail containing 1 gallon of warm water. Thoroughly mix the soapy mopping solution.
- 4). Immerse a soft, clean mop in the mopping solution. Thoroughly drain excess solution from the mop.
- 5). Glide the slightly moist mop gently over any existing footprints, stains or visible grime. Rinse the mop frequently in a second pail of water to keep it from contaminating the soapy mop water. Thoroughly wring out the mop after rinsing it.
- 6). Buff the damp areas of the hardwood floor immediately with clean microfiber towels to remove moisture and any soap film. Do not rinse the hardwood as too much water is damaging.
- 7). Place rubber-free floor mats at every door entrance to keep the hardwood floor from showing footprints. Wipe your shoes on the floor mat each time you enter your home.
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