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Q: What if the floor has only lost its luster and not been damaged or blemished?

• <div><p>Before starting on a full refinishing project, determine if your floors need to be completely sanded down to the bare wood or if the damage is shallow and mostly cosmetic. Deep scratches and gouges will require you to rough sand using a drum sander or belt sander, but small surface scratches or floors that have only lost their luster don&rsquo;t need a complete overhaul. Instead, you can skip the rough sanding step and sand-screen the old finish with a buffer, removing only the top layer of polyurethane.</p></div>

Q: How do I maintain vinyl or linoleum floors?

• <div><p>To maintain vinyl and linoleum floors, regular sweeping and damp mopping are recommended. It is also important to avoid using harsh chemicals, as this helps maintain the floor's appearance and integrity while preventing damage.</p></div>

Q: Does a magic eraser remove candle wax?

• <div><p>Yes, a magic eraser can remove candle wax. You can use it to remove all the candle wax from start to finish. Another option is to remove all large clumps with a dull knife and then pull out your magic eraser to finish the job. However, while the results can be impressive, a magic eraser shouldn&rsquo;t be used on all surfaces since it can potentially damage them. If you try this method, test a small, hidden spot first and proceed cautiously.</p></div>

Q: What is the best product for cleaning epoxy floors?

• <div><p>Most experts agree that the best thing with which to clean epoxy floors is a diluted mixture of ammonia and warm water. You can also use mild dish soap diluted with warm water or a degreaser (such as Simple Green or Goof Off) diluted with warm water. Some soap-based cleaners can leave a haze. If you notice this, further dilute the mixture with water or use a different detergent that does not leave a film. You should never use harsh cleaning chemicals, any type of acidic compound (such as vinegar or citrus-based cleansers), or harsh scrubbers like steel wool or hard bristle brushes.</p></div>

Q: Can you use bleach on Dekton?

• <div><p>No, you cannot use bleach on Dekton. Avoid harsh chemicals when cleaning and treating Dekton. Such chemicals are unnecessary since Dekton is highly stain-resistant and nonporous. Instead, use a mild solution of water and soap or vinegar when cleaning your Dekton countertops and dry thoroughly with a clean cloth.</p></div>

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Last update on January 13, 2026

Reviewed in January 2026
Very helpful getting correct color we wanted for our home. Cleaned and prepped exterior. Top notch, detailed paint job. Cleaned up after each. Highly recommend! We are extremely satisfied with the finished project.
Montaño Painting
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Reviewed in December 2025
Marco did an excellent job on my roof. I didn’t expect him to remove so many roof tiles to get the job done and then he cleaned my roof, and then cleaned up the debris that fell from the roof. He also replaced some 2x4s around my garage door and he painted the 2x4s. The garage door looks...
Leons Roofing
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Reviewed in July 2025
My wife and I absolutely love these folks, absolutely professional and respectful of our family and home. They asked what we wanted done and got it done. They were able to accomplish some amazing deep cleaning in a shorter amount of time that one would usually need. They were accommodating...
Affordable Pro Home Cleaners
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Reviewed in March 2025
I needed them last second to do a deep cleaning and they were able to fit me into their schedule and did a great job. They were so good I hired them to come clean every other week. Very fair priced and professional.
Garcia's Cleaning Angels
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Reviewed in November 2024
David has done a number of projects for me, from moving walls, drywall repair, roof repair, flooring install and others. Has always done a good job and stands behind his work
DS Home Repair and Remodeling
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Reviewed in November 2024
The Handy Man came to a family rental property to completely redo the flooring after some pet damage and removed dry rot, broken windows and more! They were very professional and quick to action with with response time and quick completion time! Kept myself and the family updated with the...
The Handy Man Services, Inc.
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Reviewed in May 2024
The workers were very polite and courteous. Everything was cleaned up. They even cleaned up some of the project that we stadted to take out ourselves. Really happy with the service.
A.T., Inc.
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Reviewed in October 2023
Laura Lynn went above and beyond what I expected. I asked for focus on the corners of my floors - she did that, plus cleaned my microwave, stovetop, counter, in addition to cleaning the whole house. Definitely would recommend her business
Laura Lynn's Cleaning Service
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Reviewed in October 2023
Incredible job on installing around 1,200 sf of vinyl plank flooring in my home. Excellent communication and on time and on schedule. Very kind and pleasant people to work with. Owner of the company came by to check on the job and ask if I was happy with how things were going. All the people...
Charles S Potteiger
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Reviewed in June 2022
Willing to do anything I asked and did a fabulous job cleaning up behind themselves
Yellow Tree
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"It was great. They showed up on time, and the floor that they did was good."

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"Excellent work. Done in a quick manner without any sacrifice to quality. Would absolutely recommend to anyone looking to revamp their floors. Great team!"

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In business since 2022

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"Spiffy Shine does a great job it’s always so nice to come to my office and see everything so clean."

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"Ron was terrific. The tile looks great and they repaired my kitchen floor tile with a tile left over from the initial installation. They even did the entryway tile that was not in the original estimate."

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"It went really good. They were on time and professional. They did a good job. It was a reasonable price. We were pleased with the service. They were responsive and communicative."

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Floor Cleaning and Waxing questions, answered by experts

Before starting on a full refinishing project, determine if your floors need to be completely sanded down to the bare wood or if the damage is shallow and mostly cosmetic. Deep scratches and gouges will require you to rough sand using a drum sander or belt sander, but small surface scratches or floors that have only lost their luster don’t need a complete overhaul. Instead, you can skip the rough sanding step and sand-screen the old finish with a buffer, removing only the top layer of polyurethane.

To maintain vinyl and linoleum floors, regular sweeping and damp mopping are recommended. It is also important to avoid using harsh chemicals, as this helps maintain the floor's appearance and integrity while preventing damage.

Yes, a magic eraser can remove candle wax. You can use it to remove all the candle wax from start to finish. Another option is to remove all large clumps with a dull knife and then pull out your magic eraser to finish the job. However, while the results can be impressive, a magic eraser shouldn’t be used on all surfaces since it can potentially damage them. If you try this method, test a small, hidden spot first and proceed cautiously.

Most experts agree that the best thing with which to clean epoxy floors is a diluted mixture of ammonia and warm water. You can also use mild dish soap diluted with warm water or a degreaser (such as Simple Green or Goof Off) diluted with warm water. Some soap-based cleaners can leave a haze. If you notice this, further dilute the mixture with water or use a different detergent that does not leave a film. You should never use harsh cleaning chemicals, any type of acidic compound (such as vinegar or citrus-based cleansers), or harsh scrubbers like steel wool or hard bristle brushes.

No, you cannot use bleach on Dekton. Avoid harsh chemicals when cleaning and treating Dekton. Such chemicals are unnecessary since Dekton is highly stain-resistant and nonporous. Instead, use a mild solution of water and soap or vinegar when cleaning your Dekton countertops and dry thoroughly with a clean cloth.

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