Beautiful hardwood floors give a home its atmosphere—until they become stained and greasy and cause a problem. Fortunately, there are several approaches to removing grease from hardwood floors using materials that are typically obtained at home. Even though the majority of wood floors are now shielded by surface sealants that protect the wood itself from dents and tears, older homes lack this layer of protection. Select the most efficient cleaning method for greasy hardwood floors while keeping in mind the type of finish that your floor has.
Methods to clean grease stains
Wipe with an absorbent towel
Use a paper towel or other absorbent material to soak up any extra oil or grease from a tiny spill that has landed on the wood’s surface. Put it there and let it soak up as much grease as it can. Avoid rubbing it because doing so will merely spread the oil over a wider area than the original spill. Long-standing grease can stain your hardwood floor. Cleaning up a spill is far simpler than removing a stain. If the stain is very large or has set into the wood, it can cause problems especially if your house is a rented property. Hire the services of a reputed bond cleaning company to avoid issues with the return of your bond money.
Use an iron
In some cases, even gentle cleaning products just won’t get rid of the grease stain on your wood. You can try using a hot iron to try to remove it in this situation. Make sure the iron is set to a low- to medium heat setting. Place a soft, clean cloth over the stained region of the wood and start ironing over the area. Continue doing this until the wood is free of the grease stain. Do not forget to use a clean side of the cloth each time you repeat this process.
Baking soda
You can begin the cleaning procedure for grease stains by liberally sprinkling baking soda on them. Give the baking soda an hour or so to work on the stain. After that, wash the baking soda off with a sponge dipped in warm, soapy water. Rub gently, taking care to remove all of the baking soda without leaving any moisture behind. Having a dry towel on hand is a good idea to remove any extra moisture before it becomes an issue.
Dishwashing liquid
In a spray bottle, combine warm water and one teaspoon of dishwashing liquid. Shake the bottle to thoroughly combine the mixture. Spray the solution on the greasy area and let it sit for five minutes. Gently rub the area with a washcloth in a circular motion without applying too much pressure to the washcloth. Repeat the procedure until the grease stain is fully removed, then dry the area with a fresh, clean washcloth.
Use mineral spirits
Before you open the mineral spirits bottle, put on your safety gloves and goggles. Soak a piece of rag or a ball of cotton with the spirit and apply it to the stains with gentle rubbing. This will work on most types of hardwood flooring. Do a test run in a discreet area first because mineral spirits can be strong. Mineral spirits should only be used in well-ventilated areas because the vapours can cause nausea or throat irritation.
