As a general rule of thumb, hardwood floors should be vacuumed at least weekly and wet cleaned every one to two months (more or less frequently, depending on traffic).
Does vacuuming ruin hardwood floors?
Vacuum cleaners can damage your hardwood floors, but only if you're using the 'wrong' kind. Believe it or not, there are some that clean finished wood flooring better than carpet, and some that are good for both.
How do you vacuum hardwood floors without scratching them?
The best choice is a canister vacuum because it has a long, oval floor brush attached to reach tiny spaces. "If you only have an upright model, be sure to turn off the rotating brush to keep the bristles from scratching your floors," Forte recommends.
Will a vacuum scratch hardwood floors?
First, most traditional vacuums have roller brushes with thick bristles and these can leave scratches on your hardwood floors. Vacuums designed for carpets tend to have plastic wheels, and these can easily scratch up wood surfaces.Nov 1, 2019
What is the best bagless vacuum cleaner Australia?
- Best bagless vacuum cleaner overall: Dyson V11 Absolute Extra Cordless Vacuum Cleaner.
- Best budget bagless vacuum cleaner: Eureka Blaze Stick Vacuum Cleaner.
- Best compact bagless vacuum cleaner: ThisWorx Portable Car Vacuum Cleaner.
Is it OK to use a vacuum cleaner on hardwood floors?
Any vacuum can clean hardwood floors—this is the simplest possible task for a vacuum cleaner. You don't need anything special to get dust, hair, crumbs, or anything else off your wood, tile, or laminate floors.