How Do You Clean A Hardwood Floor After Taking Off Carpet?
Have you discovered some beautiful hardwood flooring under your old carpet? Instead of getting new carpet, you may want to try restoring the hardwood floor, giving the room an entirely new appearance. After removing the carpet and tack strips, a thorough cleaning of the hardwood will allow you to determine whether you need to have the floor refinished or if you can simply polish and go. Check for and remove any stray nails or tacks that were left over from removing the carpet. Sweep the room thoroughly. Use a broom or a Shop Vac to pick up dust and debris. Use a wood-safe soap, such as Murphy’s Oil Soap and hot water to mop down the wood floor. Use a scrub brush to work up any spots where the carpet backing may have adhered to the floor. Look for spots where the water may be soaking into the wood and causing it to darken. This indicates that the finish has deteriorated and that the floor will need repairs to the finish in those spots or a complete refinishing of the whole room. Dry the
