Vinyl floor coverings have been popular for many years. Vinyl flooring is an inexpensive solution for your home that looks very good and has a cushioned core, which makes it more comfortable and more warmer than the wood or tiles. Many people decide to cover their homes with vinyl floor not just because it is beautiful, but also because it is durable and very easy to maintain. With regular cleaning and proper care, your vinyl floor coverings can look great and can keep their original appearance for many years. However, you still need to do some basic cleaning procedures. Here are some easy and simple care tips for keeping your vinyl floor in perfect condition.
Vinyl Floor Cleaning Tips:
- Use soft bristle broom to remove loose dirt on the floor.
- For everyday care use damp mop.
- Wash your vinyl floor regularly with a gentle floor cleaner and always follow the instructions about how to use certain cleaning product.
- Don’t use abrasive cleaners.
- When vacuuming, do not turn on the vacuum brush to avoid damaging the flooring.
- Highly abrasive tools for cleaning aren’t recommended as they can damage your vinyl floor.
- Never use bleach or ammonia.
What To Do To Prevent Scuffs When Moving Your Furniture:
- Make sure the legs of your furniture are smooth and well protected in order to avoid damages on the vinyl floor coverings.
- Replace any narrow, small, or metal glides with smooth protectors.
- Place casters beneath the furniture pieces and appliances that aren’t moved often.
- Never drag, pull or push furniture or other items across the floor.
How To Treat Stains And Spills On Vinyl Floor – Use white, clean towel or cloth when cleaning your vinyl floor coverings and always rinse with clean water. To remove stains, follow these simple steps:
- Clean the floor with vinyl floor cleaner.
- Scrub the floor with a nonabrasive scrubbing brush.
- Rub with alcohol only if want to remove nail polish, pen ink, hair dye, and permanent marker.
- Remove rust stains with cream of tartar or with lemon juice.
Paint/Varnish – Lacquer, nail polish, paint, dry cleaning fluids, varnish and wood stains can damage your vinyl floor. Follow these simple steps in order to remove the spill easily.
- Gently rub the flooring with an eraser or your finger.
- Rub with a clean cotton cloth dipped in alcohol.
- If the stain is still visible, use the fingernail polish.
- Scrub the floor with a floor cleaner and nonabrasive scrubbing pad.
The vinyl floor has a protective film, which is why asphalt, glue, oil, chewing gum, candle wax, grease and tar are very hard to remove. For such materials, follow these steps:
- Use the fingernail to carefully remove excess residue.
- Clean your vinyl floor with flooring cleaner and a nonabrasive brush.
- Rub lightly with alcohol.
