There are several solutions that can be used to mop floors, including:
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White vinegar: Vinegar is a natural disinfectant that works well as a mopping solution without leaving any chemical residue. It can be used alone or mixed with a bit of dish soap.
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Rubbing alcohol: Rubbing alcohol dries quickly, making it a good choice to mop floors with. Mix a cup of rubbing alcohol with a gallon of warm water to use on your floors.
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Dish soap: Using a damp (but not wet) mop, you can use a solution of dish soap and warm water to mop your floors. Be sure to dry your floor behind you, though! You may also need to rinse your floors before drying them, as dish soap has been known to leave a slight residue on wooden floor panels.
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Window cleaner: To remove streaks from laminate flooring or ceramic tile floors, you can add a bit of window cleaner to your mop bucket. Use one part window cleaner to one part warm water for tile floors. Laminate floors need a more diluted mixture.
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Floor cleaners from the store: There are many floor cleaners available for almost every type of flooring. Be sure to follow the directions on the packaging to make sure you’re using the right ratio to properly clean your floors.
Its important to note that before using any of these solutions, you should first know how to care for your flooring type. Additionally, its recommended to start mopping your floor with a damp but not wet mop, and to dry your floor behind you to keep it looking clean.
