If you are lucky enough to have a beautiful natural wood floor, you will need to be vigilant in its maintenance. If it is stained, all is not lost, you can renovate it. Superficial stains can be removed by rubbing with black soap and a quackgrass brush. Potato cooking water is also very effective in getting rid of traces on parquet. If you can't get rid of the stains, you'll have to give it a circular sander. Once the parquet is cleaned, pass a product over the entire surface to treat it.
Waxed floors are generally safe from set-in stains. They must be waxed regularly for their protection. Before applying the wax, it is essential to carry out a cleaning to remove the dust and grime that has accumulated. Do not wax until the floor is dry. Choose a wax close to the natural color of the wood of your parquet or slightly darker. The wax is applied with a cloth, then left to dry for at least five hours. To avoid streaks on clothes, go over the floor with a cloth to remove excess wax.
Painted floors are normally safe from soiling. A wipe with a sponge or mop, and dirt is just a bad memory. Dishwashing liquid and black soap are perfect for cleaning painted floors. Avoid abrasive products and brushes that damage paint and wood. When you have finished cleaning the painted parquet, do not let it air dry. Instead, dry with a cloth. If the paint is peeling, reapply a coat. The application of wax also protects the painted parquet.
