Floor Cleaning

Floor cleaning covers everything from routine mopping and vacuuming to deep cleaning hardwood, tile, grout, and carpet. Keeping your floors fresh not only improves your home's appearance but also extends the life of your flooring materials. Whether you're tackling everyday maintenance or stubborn stains that need professional attention, Angi helps you find the right pros and expert advice to keep every surface looking its best.

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Floor Cleaning Articles and Advice
Audrey Bruno  •  Aug 4, 2026
10 Unexpected Floor Cleaning Hacks
Getting your floors to shine and sparkle is easy to do with a handful of surprising floor cleaning hacks. If your store-bought cleaner isn’t doing the trick, a handful of unexpected household items and smart tricks will get the job done.
Rochel Maday  •  Aug 4, 2026
Cleaning Methods for Every Floor Type
Knowing how to maintain your floors is the best way to keep them looking great for years to come. Our guide shares cleaning methods for every floor type in your home.
Allie Ogletree  •  Aug 4, 2026
Flooring Fundamentals: A Guide to Biodegradable Floor Cleaning
Biodegradable cleaning methods can put the shine on your floors without the fumes of synthetic ingredients. Keep reading to find out how.
Rachel Hoffman  •  Aug 4, 2026
Here’s What to Do If You Have a Water-Damaged Floor
Worried about water-damaged flooring? Learn the signs of water damage, how to clean it up, and what to do if cleaning doesn’t work.
Lauren Wellbank  •  Aug 4, 2026
8 Paws-Itively Easy Ways to Keep Your Pets From Messing Up Your Floors
Your furry friends can wreak havoc on your carpet and floors. Check out our list of tips for cleaning up after everything from pet hair to bathroom accidents.
Alison Kasch  •  Aug 4, 2026
Top 10 Tips to Caring For and Cleaning Laminate Flooring
Your laminate flooring is durable, but it’s still vulnerable to damage from water, scratches, and the wrong products. A vacuum cleaner and microfiber mop should be in your cleaning arsenal. Find out the best way to clean your laminate floors here.
Paige Bennett  •  Aug 4, 2026
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Laura Hennigan  •  Aug 1, 2026
8 Tips to Learn How to Vacuum the Right Way
Don’t let dirt and dust bunnies rule your carpets and floors. These are the six best tips to clean up and learn how to vacuum the right way.
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Common Floor Cleaning Questions

There are many benefits to hiring a professional floor cleaner. First, these flooring pros know the right chemicals for your flooring type, which is essential for its longevity. Likewise, they have the proper deep-cleaning equipment, which is often more complex than a mop or broom. Not only that, but deep cleaning your floors can be a time-consuming process, and by hiring a professional, you can spend that time on other home improvement projects.

You can mop bamboo floors, but exercise caution to protect the material from excess moisture, which can seep into the bamboo, causing it to warp and well. Moisten a microfiber mop and wring it out until it’s just damp, or use a pH-neutral cleaner, as this will prevent damage to the bamboo fibers. Avoid harsh chemicals, like traditional floor cleaners. After cleaning, wipe the floor dry.

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.

Vacuum regularly, clean spills promptly, and rotate rugs to prevent uneven wear.

No, you shouldn’t let dog diarrhea dry before cleaning it. While cleaning the stain when it's dried sounds less messy, it can cause more harm than good. Old stains have a chance to dry into your carpet, and the smell can go deeper into the fibers. This makes removing old dog poop more of a headache to clean than dealing with diarrhea while it’s fresh.