Cleaning a Mullican Hardwood Floor

Q: I am presently installing Mullican wood flooring throughout my house. It has a 25 year warranty and says it has an Aluminum Oxide finish. I am not certain how to clean it. Please tell me what I should use on it.
Your help will be appreciated.
Nancy Morton
A: Cleaning a wood floor is a pretty easy process. As far as cleaners are concerned, I personally suggest the cleaner made by BonaKemi. This stuff is honestly the best out there, just lightly spray small areas of your floor then follow up with a microfiber mop and it cleans and keeps a nice shine. Avoid cleaners which contain oil or wax as these tend to leave a milky or dull residue/sheen to your floor which can be very difficult to remove.
Another in home way to clean floors is by using a vinegar solution. You will want to mix 1/2 cup of white vinegar with 1 gallon of water. Then use the same method as other cleaners, lightly mist over small areas and follow up with a microfiber mop. This is a good solution if you run out of cleaner, but the quantity you need to make to ensure to solution is right and storage can be a pain – so I prefer to suggest Bona’s products over this in-home mixture.
Past what product to use, maintain a regular cleaning schedule, once per week is usually good, to ensure longevity from your floor and to maintain its beauty. Also, make sure to use place mats at exterior doors to prevent dirt and grit from getting into your home and potentially scratching your floor.