How to be green by using tea as a hardwood cleaner
Be Green by Using Tea as a Hardwood Cleaner
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This method only works on hardwood floors. I cannot say that it works for any other floor types, because I have only tried it only on my hardwood floor
The tea, itself, contains compounds that inhibits microbes and the tannins give it a shiny glaze
Most of the literature recommends black tea. I wouldn't attempt any other type of tea, like green, unless you know for sure, the affect on wood
And like I mentioned in my supply list, I will use a black tea (thanks World Market) with black currants to add a special scent to the house.
For this Snapguide, I am using a portion of my kitchen table. Always start with a small patch of the wood to make sure that you like the stain and sheen.
Prior to....
Boil a fair amount of water
Use 3-4 bags of the fragranced black tea
Boil thoroughly
Steep for several minutes, also allowing the tea to cool down sufficiently
Here, the boiling tea has cooled. I will use a paper napkin to demonstrate on my table.
Left and right before the tea wipe
Left without the tea clean
Right after the tea clean
Left-none, right-tea
After it took off the tape, you can see the delineation better
Voila! Thanks for looking at this guide.
- Flathead hardwood floor mop
- Black tea, also consider lavender, ginger or lemon
- Hot water