- 1). Inspect your hardwood floor to make sure it is properly coated with a wax or polyurethane finish.
- 2). Sand, apply a new coat of finish and buff your floor if it is need of a new protective layer. Vacuum your hardwood floor to remove any residue from the refinishing.
- 3). Clean your carpet with the method recommended for your type of carpet. It is always best to use the mildest carpet cleaning product possible. Use as little as water as possible, particularly if the carpet can't be moved. Never saturate the carpet to the point where water seeps into the padding or onto the floor.
- 4). Dry clean your carpet with foam or powder, if possible. The dry cleaning method ensures that water will not come into contact with your wood floor. Vacuum your carpet thoroughly after dry cleaning.
- 5). Remove any water off your wood floors with towels or a dry mop after cleaning your carpet.
- 6). Take your carpet outside and dry it in the sun, if practicable. Or dry your carpet inside by aiming floor fans across its surface. Dry both sides of the carpet.
- 7). Check again to make sure your floor is completely dry. Use a towel to dry up any remaining moisture.
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