How to Clean the Kitchen Floor

Kitchen floors quickly grow filthy from all the foot traffic, dropped food and spilled liquids. Several convenient but effective options are available for cleaning them.

Ammonia

How to use:

Mix 1 tablespoon of ammonia, 1 teaspoon of liquid detergent and 2 cups of water. Sponge the area with the mixture, scrubbing where necessary.

Warnings:

Ammonia can cause eye irritation and may affect your breathing. Ventilate the area well and keep ammonia away from small children and pets.

Household Bleach

How to use:

Mix 1 tablespoon of bleach in 1 cup of warm water. Soak the area with the solution, leaving it on for 10 minutes. Follow up with a mop or sponge.

Warnings:

Bleach can cause skin burns if used improperly. Dilute it correctly to avoid corrosion. Ventilate and keep it away from small children and pets.

Vinegar

How to use:

Mix 1/4 cup of white vinegar with 1 cup of warm water. Sponge down area with the mixture immediately.

Warnings:

Safe for use under most circumstances.