Care of Cherry Floors

Spyderweb

I have the Cherry and Holly floor in my new to me 2008 330.  1st time with wood floor.  I'm concerned about care of it.  Do I need to be concerned about every little drop of water being wiped up right away because it will leave a water spot?  We do have people in and out of the water all the time, so it's going to happen

The floor is has the oil finish, not polyurethane.

LaRea

The original finish is virgin mineral oil.  Maybe I'll try that and see if I like it better.

LaRea

You should wipe up any liquids, but it's not like you have to immediately swoop in with a towel.  Water can sit for a little while and not leave spots.  Chronic water will cause damage for sure.

I wipe mine down with Murphy's Oil Soap 3-4 times a year.  Pour it on a rag, rub it in, buff with a dry microfiber towel.  I'm sure there are other methods too.

GMSLITHO

I used to use teak oil on my deck floors 

Liberty44140

Agree with LR, I wipe up water as soon as I can. Good to clean and re coat here and there to protect 

Dream_Inn

Yep, I agree with LaRea too.  Coming from the Midwest, I've always been a huge fan of something called Milsek.  It is just fantastic on wood!  Makes my kitchen cabinets look like new!

Spyderweb

Is Murphy's Oil Soap just a cleaner or a protectant too? For example, after applying it, would you see water droplets bead up more?  

LaRea

It's both.

Spyderweb

LaRay, Yes I just saw Alswagg's response on another thread about using virgin mineral oil, same as what's used on butcher block.  I think I'll try that too.  Thanks.