Floor Cleaning

Most homes contain a variety of flooring types. Knowing how to best clean each type of surface can be a lot to keep track of, so check out our expert tips.

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How to Clean an Area Rug

No need to hire a professional when you can clean an area rug yourself! You may need a friend if it's large, but otherwise this is a basic DIY project.

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How to Remove Paint from Concrete and Other Stains

Remove oil and grease stains from concrete using TSP and other cleaners.


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How to Get Pet Stains Out of Carpet

Home remedies and products to clean your pet-stained carpet.


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How to Clean Car Carpet

Learn how to clean car carpet and eliminate old stains and smells for good.


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5 Best Mops for Laminate Floors

Find the best mop for your laminate floors among these pro-selected standouts.

The Best Carpet Cleaning Machines for Your Home

For dirt, stains and everyday messes, what's the best carpet steam cleaner? Here are our picks for best carpet cleaners,...


17 DIY Carpet Cleaner Solutions

Before calling an expensive cleaning service, DIY it with these common household solutions to help wipe out all kinds of...


How to Clean Laminate Wood Floors

These dos and don'ts for how to clean laminate wood floors will ensure you don't ruin them!


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Driveway Pressure Washing Tips for Your First Time

Whether you want to extend its life or add a little curb appeal, here are some tips to on how...


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How to Clean a Wool Rug

Keep your wool rug looking its best by cleaning it regularly. Here's how to do it yourself, and how to...


How To Clean Laminate Floors

Laminate floors needs special care to keep clean. Here's how to keep them looking their best for years to come.


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How To Clean Tile Floors

Tile floors are easy to keep clean with sweeping or vacuuming. When it's time for a more thorough job, here's...


How to Clean Vinyl Floors

Vinyl floors are low-maintenance, but that doesn't mean no-maintenance. Here's our essential guide for cleaning your vinyl flooring.

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5 Crucial Tips for Concrete Care 

Here are five easy—and relatively inexpensive—ways to keep your concrete as strong as King Kong, according to Acid Magic.


This Hack Is the Easiest Way to Get Wax Out of Carpet

A pro shares his method on how to remove wax


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How To Remove Oil Stains from Concrete Floors

Improve the look and safety of your garage floor by eliminating those unsightly oil stains. Here's what you need to...


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Want Shiny Hardwood Floors? Here’s How to Rejuvenate Them

If your hardwood floors are looking tired and dull, there's an easy way to bring them back to life. A...


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How to Clean Hardwood Floors

Learn how to clean hardwood floors naturally with household staples.


10 Things You Should Never Do to Your Wood Floor

Wood flooring is on-trend and quite durable, but there are some things that can damage it and result in expensive...


How to Remove Rust from Concrete

This cheap and easy method for removing rust stains on concrete comes directly from an editor's hands-on, DIY experience.


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How to Clean Floors: Wood, Tile, Carpet and Everything Else

Most homes contain a variety of flooring types. Knowing how to best clean each surface can be a lot to...


Carpet Care Tips to Make Your Carpet Last

Get years more life from your investment: if you treat your carpet right, it'll last much longer, saving you money...