Add the castile soap, water, and—if you’d like a light scent—essential oil(like peppermint, orange, or lavender) to a spray bottle. Screw the top on tightly and shake well to mix. See more

Before using any new cleanser on your entire floor—this one included—test it on an out-of-the-way spot, such as under a piece of furniture. Apply following the directions below and rinse, then check for any hint of damage be… See more

Working in small areas (about three square feet at a time), spritz the cleaning mixture onto the floor. Be careful not to spray too much of the homemade hardwood floor cleaner at once to avoid water sitting too long on th… See more

Using back and forth motions along the grain of the wood, work in the cleaning solution with a dry microfiber mop. (Avoid pre-dampened pads; there’s ample moisture in the spray). Continue working in small patch… See more