How to Clean Really Old Linoleum Floors
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Does anyone know how to clean really old linoleum floors? Like the really old ones that are orange and have weird geometric designs on them? They are not smooth at all. Very porous, dull and dirty! I can't use toxic chemicals because I am pregnant.
9 answers
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I would try a solution of Murphy's Oil Soap, then rinse with white vinegar solution.
Darla
on Jun 30, 2014
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yes the solution of Murphy's Oil soap and then the white vinegar water to rinse should do it... It may take a bit of scrubbing but both these items are just great for cleaning up old flooring--including wood...
Leah Johnson
on Jun 30, 2014
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You can also try a Mr. Clean magic eraser on them. It will require scrubbing on your hands and knees, but I've seen them remove stains when nothing else would. And they have no chemicals, odors, etc. either; they use just plain water.
Joyce Galloway Parker
on Jun 30, 2014
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Toothpaste and a scrub brush works great then rinse with water..
Mary Claycomb
on Jun 30, 2014
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In the "old" days, back in the 70's I can remember using ammonia or a cleaner with ammonia , to really clean it and strip the old wax. Re-waxing would be so rewarding, because it would really look brand new.
Carol
on Jul 01, 2014
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Ok, I tried the Ammonia, scrubbed really hard with a scrub brush and then used an old towel to wipe up the grunge. It worked pretty well. I was only able to do 1/3 of the floor since I am 34 weeks along with my 4th baby and the belly is hard to work. I hope to get the other 2/3 done before I have to move everything back in! I will try the magic erasers around the edges, since they were hard to get with the brush, and then I will look into sealing the floor. Thanks you!
Amanda Eastman
on Jul 01, 2014
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DO NOT USE AMMONIA if you are pregnant !!
Abedabun Dawn
on Jul 05, 2014
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Simple Green and Mr Clean Eraser!!
Kathy Logan
on Jul 07, 2014
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They make a long handled mop with a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser Sponge head. You won't even have to bend over. They really are Magic on grungy floors.
Suzie Henderson
on Jan 09, 2016
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