I have bamboo floors

Joyce B
by Joyce B
I pet sit dogs and sometimes urine gets on the floor and heavy dogs scratch the finish. I was told to clean with Windex. I've started cleaning with vinegar, water, and a touch of Pine Sol for scent. It removes odors but I have dull spots. Any help on keeping my floors clean, shiny and should I refinish them to remove the nail marks?
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  • Janet Pizaro Janet Pizaro on Sep 01, 2015
    The pine sol is what made the dull spots.I have laminate flooring all though with three dogs. I only use vinegar and water.It keeps a nice shine and the vinegar gets rid of the urine smell.
  • Daw613667 Daw613667 on Sep 02, 2015
    I have bamboo flooring and was told never to use anything other than BONA liquid floor cleaner....I have an 80lb Labrador and no scratches....have the dog owner have her dogs toenails DREMELED so they arent so long. GOOD LUCK....Bamboo is not supposed to scratch under normal wear....
  • Joyce B Joyce B on Sep 02, 2015
    What do you put on it to shine?
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    • Z Z on Sep 03, 2015
      @Joyce B that's odd about the reviews. So many of the ladies on another large decor forum I belong to mention that's what they use. I did some research and found that you can buy the brand I use via their website, either via email or phone call. They don't have an 800 number, but that's no problem with cell phones. I have used Citra Sheen Citrus Hardwood Floor Cleaner for a decade now on our solid oak flooring and for the last few months on our solid Strand bamboo floor we installed in one of the upstairs guest rooms. I love it. It leaves absolutely no residue, like other products I've tried. It's made in Lincoln, NE. We purchased two 32 oz bottles at a Home Show in Omaha. http://citrasheen.com/products.html
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  • Janet Pizaro Janet Pizaro on Sep 02, 2015
    I dont have to put anything on the floor. Keep lightly going over the floor with the vinegar and water solution until you get the pinesol off.
  • Joyce B Joyce B on Sep 02, 2015
    ok thank you!
  • Joyce B Joyce B on Sep 03, 2015
    Yes this was on the Bano site. Im a little scared to try it.
    • Z Z on Sep 03, 2015
      @I don't blame you Joyce. I highly recommend the cleaner I linked to above. As I said, I've used it for a decade on our oak floors. Both they and the bamboo are finished with polyurethane.
  • Ixchel Ixchel on Aug 17, 2016
    I found out the HARD way as no one told me how to clean my bamboo floors and they now look horrible. Vinegar or any other cleaners are a BIG no-no....a damp floor mop (damp, not wet!) such as a microfiber mop is the best bet.