Essential Oils To Clean Your Hardwood Floors

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So you’ve installed brand new hardwood floors! We’re sure you’re excited about your home’s beautiful new look. Perhaps you’re wondering how to maintain and care for your new flooring in Denver, Colorado. Many people are looking for alternatives to regular cleaning products that can be harsh on surfaces. Essentials oils are a great natural alternative to regular cleaning products. Many essential oils also have great natural antibacterial properties. Here are a few essentials oils you can use to clean your hardwood floors!

Tea Tree Oil

Tea tree oil is a great essential oil for cleaning. It has anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties and can help disinfect your surfaces. As an added bonus, the oil has a fresh, clean smell that helps clear your sinuses. Mix the oil with warm water or vinegar in a bucket or spray bottle to tackle cleaning your new hardwood floors with ease. 

Lavender

Lavender is a popular essential oil for many different reasons. People love the calming scent of the oil but it’s also great for cleaning. Its anti-bacterial properties are a little bit milder than some of the other essentials oils. So, you may want to mix it with vinegar and an additional oil for cleaning purposes.

Lemongrass

If you’re looking for something with a little bit more anti-bacterial punch, lemongrass is a great option. The oil not only smells great but, it also has potent anti-bacterial and anti-fungal power. So, if you’re dealing with any kind of fungus or mold issues in your home, lemongrass is a great option. 

If you’re looking for help installing new hardwood floors or you’re seeking advice on how to care for your new hardwood floors, don’t hesitate to reach out to our team. At T&G Flooring, we’re always more than happy to assist you in any way we can!

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Chris Keale

Owner & Operator of Tongue & Groove Flooring
Wood Flooring 101 Course Creator

Chris Keale is the owner of Tongue & Groove and the creator of the Wood Floors 101 course, an educational resource that helps homeowners and design professionals make confident flooring decisions.

With a career that began in global technology and consulting, Chris traded boardrooms for floorboards, bringing his leadership skills and love of craftsmanship into the hardwood flooring industry. Since 2007, he has grown Tongue & Groove into one of Colorado’s most trusted flooring companies—built on a foundation of integrity, education and precision. 

Known for his sharp insight, dry humor and genuine commitment to his clients, Chris has helped homeowners, builders and designers through the complexities of choosing and installing hardwood floors. Whether teaching in the showroom, on a jobsite or through his Wood Floors 101, his mission remains the same: to simplify a complicated industry and deliver floors that stand the test of time.

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