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Q: Do vinegar and water strip wax?

• <div><p>Yes, vinegar and water can strip wax. For a DIY wax stripper, mix about a quarter cup of vinegar with one gallon of warm water. You can also mix one cup of cream of tartar, one cup of white vinegar, and one gallon of water. Before using it on a large area of the floor, you should test it in an inconspicuous place to make sure it works like you want it to.</p></div>

Q: Can an old cement floor be polished?

• <div><p>Yes, you can polish an old cement floor. However, be aware that the first pass with the concrete grinder may reveal a few surprises and imperfections. You may also have to contend with the consequences of previous floor coverings, such as tile or carpet, which can leave a pattern in the concrete. Old concrete is more likely to produce uneven results if you want to use a dye or other coloring.</p></div>

Q: How do you make a no-rinse floor cleaner?

• <div><p>Most DIY floor cleaners don&rsquo;t require rinsing, but you&rsquo;ll want to make sure you don&rsquo;t add too much dish soap or oil to the cleaner to avoid having to rinse it after cleaning. For non-wood floors, mix 8 parts warm water, 1 part vinegar, and 1 part baking soda with a few drops of dish soap. For wood floors, use olive oil in that same mixture instead of the vinegar. You can let these solutions air-dry after cleaning your floors with them, although you should manually dry your floors if they aren&rsquo;t waterproof.</p></div>

Q: What happens if you don't mop the floor?

• <div><p>Besides feeling icky grit when walking barefoot in your home, not mopping the floors can create health risks. Pollen, dirt, dust, and overall filth lead to allergen, bacteria, and even mold buildup, polluting your home and creating an unhygienic environment. You also risk damaging the floors due to stains and scratches with neglect. Lastly, your home will become less inviting due to odors from the lack of cleaning.</p></div>

Q: How do I maintain natural stone tiles and surfaces?

• <div><p>To properly maintain natural stone surfaces, use pH-neutral cleaners for regular cleaning and avoid acidic substances that can cause damage or etching. It is also important to reseal the surfaces periodically, especially for porous stones, to protect the finish, maintain appearance, and ensure longevity.</p></div>

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Last update on October 16, 2024

Reviewed in October 2024
I recently hired CT Tile & flooring for a variety of tasks around our home and I couldn’t be happier with the results! From the initial consultation to the final touches, their professionalism and attention to detail stood out. I highly recommend them!
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Reviewed in May 2024
Lars and crew are very hard working and provided excellent service with removal of 10 trees. Several were hanging over the house and were removed safely without any damage to roof. Clean up after removal was very well done. Would highly recommend and will hire again for tree removal and stump...
Kangas Tree Service, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2023
Besides taking down trees, Nathan and his crew put and take out my dock each summer, fix things that break at the cabin , repaired my chimney, ran wiring from house to electric to put all of our wiring underground. He is a man of many trades and master of many. If he cannot do job, he knows who...
Headwaters Cabin Care
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Reviewed in November 2023
He did a wonderful job the trees were cut down expertly & the area was cleaned up thoroughly.
All Odds and Ends Removal
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Reviewed in August 2023
He cleaned the covered gutters of pine needles and even washed the sap off with hose. When it started raining he still continued until the downpour. Very friendly but also professional. I would highly recommend him.
Pressure Pro Washing
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Reviewed in July 2023
Josh is an extremely hard working individual. He was at my house when he said he would be. Always was confident in what he was saying and doing. Made time with me before work was even performed to make sure exactly what I wanted. When he was done..i couldn't even tell anyone was there....
Local Tree Service
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Reviewed in June 2023
He left the job nice and clean, and everything was ready to go since the first time.
Lakes Area Water Works
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Reviewed in December 2022
Great ,prompt,efficient and knowledgeable guys.Impressed that they cleaned up after themselves. Worked on 3 different units used oil burner ,diesel fired portable pressure washer and my homes AC all worked in perfect order when they left .Top of my list for repairs .
J Brothers Mechanical Plus
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Reviewed in June 2022
On time, thorough, professional, great clean up- absolutely would hire them again if needed!
BSAN's Arbor Care
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Reviewed in March 2022
I spent a few days researching several moving companies and USA Family Moving had pretty good reviews so I hired them. They loaded my belongings; in terms of my goods to be transported. I watched them stack the boxes in the truck and they did it pretty easily. It looked really neat and I was...
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Warnick's Janitorial Service

4.9(

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Serving Nevis, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very responsive and communication was excellent. The cleaning work was outstanding and a good value for the money. Lots of attention to detail. They cleaned everything we asked for and also suggested a few things we didn't realize needed cleaning but made such a difference. The house looks nearly new now! Would definitely hire them again!"

Response time6 hrs

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Nevis, MN and surrounding areas

"The young lady was very nice and polite. She seemed to genuinely enjoy cleaning the bathrooms. My basement smells delightful. I have already scheduled another visit."

Dirty counter tops and iron/rust buildup in sink

Recommended by90%of homeowners

Serving Nevis, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"The experience with this company was very good since they finished on time and were very clean in the execution of the work"

Response time2 hrs

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Garden Structures & More

4.6(

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Serving Nevis, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hal is a bit of a character and drives an old truck, but he is very pleasant and takes great pride in his workmanship. One of the few times in our history of several home projects where a project has exceeded our expectations."

+10

Recommended by95%of homeowners

Serving Nevis, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

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"He did a excellent job, would not hesitate to hire again!"

+40

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A Daughters Love, Inc.

4.8(

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Serving Nevis, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

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"Arranged a time within 2 days as we requested. Arrived on time, worked hard, got the job done, house looks wonderful. Due to a medical handicap I'm unable to keep up with all the cleaning al the time. What a treat to have the house all cleaned back up. We will have them come out again regularly. Thanks for the recommendation."

Response time4 days

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Jill Seidner Interior Design

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Serving Nevis, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

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"The design was totally useless to me. I was extremely disappointed.
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Recommended by55%of homeowners

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PBR Painting Plus Home Improvement

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Serving Nevis, MN and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Paul is reliable and shows up when he says he will and sticks with a project until completed. He has completed several projects including hanging drywall, repair of a lath and plaster wall, interior painting, trim work, installing bi-fold doors, hanging an exterior door, power washing and staining a deck. He is easy to work with and takes on unforeseen challenges with patience and a smile. Paul always takes the time and effort to make sure each job is done right and cleans up when finished."

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The Cleaning Gals mn

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Serving Nevis, MN and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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All Tile, LLC

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Serving Nevis, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

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At All Tile LLC, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work, and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. \n

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Floor Cleaning and Waxing questions, answered by experts

Yes, vinegar and water can strip wax. For a DIY wax stripper, mix about a quarter cup of vinegar with one gallon of warm water. You can also mix one cup of cream of tartar, one cup of white vinegar, and one gallon of water. Before using it on a large area of the floor, you should test it in an inconspicuous place to make sure it works like you want it to.

Yes, you can polish an old cement floor. However, be aware that the first pass with the concrete grinder may reveal a few surprises and imperfections. You may also have to contend with the consequences of previous floor coverings, such as tile or carpet, which can leave a pattern in the concrete. Old concrete is more likely to produce uneven results if you want to use a dye or other coloring.

Most DIY floor cleaners don’t require rinsing, but you’ll want to make sure you don’t add too much dish soap or oil to the cleaner to avoid having to rinse it after cleaning. For non-wood floors, mix 8 parts warm water, 1 part vinegar, and 1 part baking soda with a few drops of dish soap. For wood floors, use olive oil in that same mixture instead of the vinegar. You can let these solutions air-dry after cleaning your floors with them, although you should manually dry your floors if they aren’t waterproof.

Besides feeling icky grit when walking barefoot in your home, not mopping the floors can create health risks. Pollen, dirt, dust, and overall filth lead to allergen, bacteria, and even mold buildup, polluting your home and creating an unhygienic environment. You also risk damaging the floors due to stains and scratches with neglect. Lastly, your home will become less inviting due to odors from the lack of cleaning.

To properly maintain natural stone surfaces, use pH-neutral cleaners for regular cleaning and avoid acidic substances that can cause damage or etching. It is also important to reseal the surfaces periodically, especially for porous stones, to protect the finish, maintain appearance, and ensure longevity.

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