I've tried castile soap too, and it worked okay, but I noticed it sometimes left a bit of residue if I wasn't careful. The black tea thing caught my attention though... might give it a shot this weekend. Curious if anyone's noticed staining issues with lighter woods?
I've tried the black tea method on lighter oak floors before, and honestly, I didn't notice any staining issues. But I was pretty cautious—did a small test patch first and made sure not to oversaturate the wood. I'd recommend doing the same just to be safe. On another note, has anyone experimented with diluted vinegar solutions? I've heard mixed things about acidity affecting finishes, so I'm curious about others' experiences there...
"has anyone experimented with diluted vinegar solutions? I've heard mixed things about acidity affecting finishes"
Tried vinegar once on a flip—never again. Left the floors looking dull and lifeless. Stick to tea or just plain water and microfiber... your sanity will thank you later.
I gave vinegar a shot once too, and yeah... wasn't thrilled with the results. Didn't totally wreck my floors, but definitely left a weird haze. I'm still using a basic wood floor cleaner from the store, but honestly, it's getting pricey. Has anyone found a budget-friendly DIY option that doesn't dull the finish or leave streaks? I'm open to tea if it actually works, but does it matter what kind you use? Like, black tea vs green tea—does that even make a difference?
I've actually tried the tea thing—black tea specifically—and it worked surprisingly well. Green tea didn't seem to do much, honestly. Just brew it strong, let it cool, and mop lightly. No haze or streaks for me, plus it's cheap enough to experiment with.
