Read on to learn theproper mopping techniqueto achieve and maintain sparkling, clean floors throughout your home.

This will prevent your floor from becoming a sticky, muddy mess as you mop.

When they become visibly gray or dingy, empty and refill the buckets.

A mop being dipped into a bucket

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Do a Final Rinse

Mop one final time with fresh, hot rinse water.

This will ensure that the floors are rid of dirt and grime and that no detergent residue remains.

Let Everything Dry

Remember to replace your mop (or mop head) every three months.

supplies for cleaning a floor

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If your mop head is machine washable, toss it in the washing machine after each use.

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However, there are additional ways you might keep your floors clean in the interim.

Vacuuming the floor

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You should also rinse the floors thoroughly after cleaning to avoid leaving soapy residue.

After a few passes, it gets dirty, so flip the mop to the other side.

Choosing the right mop and buckets

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Filling buckets with cleaner and water

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Beginning the mopping process

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dipping the mop in preparation to rinse the area

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Continuing to mop the floor

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Putting away mopping supplies

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