Posted on July 27th, 2010 in Cleaning Floors
Hardwood floors need care to ensure that they are kept in great condition. To help ensure this, sweep up regularly and use the correct cleaning products for the floor.
Using hardwood for your floors is a great way to make the use out of your floor space. It can look great but some people worry about how to keep it clean. You should be rest assured though as it is quite simple to keep them clean once you know how. The thing to keep in mind is that the more you take care of your hardwood floors, the longer it will last and look great too.
The biggest threat to hardwood floors is obviously dirt and grime… Read More…
DATELINE: PEABODY, MA… According to Drysdale’s Total Floor Care Owner Mark Dullea, many homeowners hasten the demise of their decks without realizing it. Through the use of chlorine bleach and amped-up power washers, they are harming the very materials they are trying to maintain. “The front or back deck can be a very popular place to entertain family and friends. So, homeowners naturally want to take care of it. Unfortunately, the high-powered pressure washers used by most service companies can cause several problems. They can destroy the wood’s lignin, causing the surface to burr, which limits the ability of a sealant or stain to penetrate into the wood far enough to offer much protection from the elements. … 
Carpet is the most practical, fashionable and versatile flooring choice and it accounts for more than half of all flooring purchases made each year. In fact, carpet has outsold every other type of floor covering for many years. It is the foundation for decorating any room and because it is available in so many textures and colours it creates an unlimited number of possibilities. Carpet introduces colour and texture to your decorating scheme, while generating the feelings of warmth, comfort and Beauty to your home. One of the most popular types of carpet available for your home today is Berber carpet. Berber carpet is not a specific type of carpet; it is a weave of carpet consisting of dense… 
If you have a critical mind, you’ll wonder if the claims about Miracle II Soap and products are bogus. For instance, the Miracle II soap is said to be both be good for taking baths as well as cleaning your oven. I wondered when I read this how something can be gentle on your skin, yet strong enough to remove caked on dirt. Can it be good for cleaning your floor as well as your body? Also I read that some people use it in their washing machine to save money on detergent. Wouldn’t something abrasive be required for tough cleaning jobs and something gentle be needed for a delicate facial wash? The same questions came to my mind… 