Read more: How To Bring Old Hardwood Floors Back To Life When a plush carpet is first rolled out on your living room floor by installers ... pesky stains or a deeper clean, a wood cleaner is advised.

In an effort to restore its luster, people turn to tried-and-true acid or alkali cleaners — think cheap all-purpose cleaners, grout cleaners, or even baking soda and kitchen vinegar ... cement or, ...