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Consumer Reports tests dozens of tools every year, so you don't "fall" for the ones that fail. Homeowner Alex Joyce has three ...

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Your current cleaning routine might be damaging your hardwood floors. Find out how often you should clean them to maintain ...

While hardwood floor cleaners abound on the market, there are several smart reasons to make your own. Some commercial products contain chemicals that can irritate the eyes, skin, or respiratory ...

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Not only do they look great against furniture and decor, but hardwood flooring is fairly easy to clean and maintain, even in high-traffic areas. Dirt, dust, pet hair and the wrong types of ...

Engineered hardwood floors bring a natural beauty to our homes and although they are man-made they still need to be cleaned ...

The best homemade hardwood floor cleaner will remove dirt without harming the finish of the floors—and without costing much ...