Cleaning Hardwood Floors

What is the best way to clean kitchen hardwood floors? I've used Murphy's soap in the past. Some of the wood looks a little pitted. Perhaps my cleaning lady is cleaning them too often or using too much water.


fwiw, floor refinishers recommended Bona product over the Murphy's.  I find it easy to use and effective, but I miss the smell of Murphy's.  I love the Bona mop, which has a machine washable microfiber pad instead of sponge.

eta: It takes little to no water, which is good if there's ANY space at edges/ends of boards.


yep. Bona. Or, for a good smelling product- Method brand wood floor cleaner. Smells almondy. And, you can use the Bona applicator with it


I use water and vinegar with a well squeezed mop.  Google for precise measurements and related discussions.


bklyngirl, we use a mopping roomba type toy with a light mixture of hot water and vinegar.



Bona, mixed with water. Murphys is too oily and makes the floors slippery.



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