Use a microfiber dust mop or bare-floor vacuum first, then clean hardwood with a near-dry microfiber mop and a wood-floor cleaner. Avoid steam, excess water, harsh chemicals, and abrasive tools. What is the best way to keep hardwood floors clean and shiny? Hardwood floors stay cleaner and shinier when they are cleaned with low-moisture, finish-safe products and regular dry soil removal. Wood floors are more sensitive than hard...