Vinyl flooring is a stylish and practical way to complete the look of your home. Its use is becoming increasingly popular as this type of flooring has many benefits. Its high quality combined with its water resistance and scratch resistance make the material extremely popular to use. Quick and easy installation are also huge advantages.
It can be placed in a variety of rooms and the choice of colours and styles is huge. In terms of maintenance, things are easy and simple. And if you’re wondering how to clean vinyl flooring at home, we’ve got all the information you need in this article.
How to clean vinyl flooring
Vinyl tiles are stylish and practical solutions to make your home look luxurious and your floor comfortable and easy to maintain. They are ideal for all floor plans and households with active families, families with children, and animals because of the high scratch resistance of vinyl flooring.
No matter which room you choose vinyl flooring for, it will be distinctive and beautiful. To keep the beauty and functionality of your vinyl flooring longer, you need to maintain it in a certain way.
For starters, it’s a good idea to take routine care of your vinyl flooring. Regularly removing dirt from them keeps them shiny and clean and prevents scuffing over time. You can clean your vinyl floor easily by vacuuming or brooming it a few times a week, you can also go over it with a mop. This will collect the accumulated dust and dirt from the surface and ensure a clean base if you want to deep clean. If your home has children and pets, you may need to perform these steps more often if necessary.
Remove deeper stains from vinyl flooring
It often happens that you spill something on the floor, dropping food, a glass of juice, or coffee. If you have a pet you may have also come across muddy paws, plants on the ground, and an overturned bin. Children also often make messes, throw food, and get muddy shoes, these are all things of life that everyone encounters. In this situation vinyl flooring cleaning is more than necessary.
But we know that you can’t always clean up right after a floor gets dirty, and sometimes stains can leave deep marks that are noticeable and sticky once dry. Don’t panic, vinyl flooring can be cleaned easily with a wet cloth or sponge soaked in warm water! Since vinyl flooring is recall-resistant, it will not change appearance or color. And the ease of cleaning makes it ideal for those who don’t have time for more serious maintenance.
You can also use a PH-neutral cleaner for cleaning if needed for an effective deep clean. However, it is important to use a microfiber mop and always rinse the approved gentle cleaning solution from the flooring before it dries. There is a selection of suitable vinyl flooring cleaners on the market that can help keep it healthy and clean.
Tips for cleaning vinyl flooring and what to avoid
When cleaning your vinyl floor, it’s a good idea to follow basic recommendations to keep it healthy and in the best possible shape. For starters, never use cleaners that are not designed for vinyl flooring. Cleaning such flooring with unspecialized detergents can seriously damage it and discolor it.
Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions when cleaning with specialized cleaners. Avoid cleaners that contain ammonia, bleach, oil, acid, or dye, these are also not suitable for vinyl flooring.
Also, do not use coarse, hard-bristled brushes for scrubbing. Ordinary cleaning mops are sufficient. If you clean with water, avoid getting thoroughly wet. Although the flooring is waterproof, it is not advisable to wet it thoroughly and it is a good idea to dry it after cleaning. Also, avoid steam cleaning your floors.
If you want to protect your vinyl flooring and keep it clean and looking like new for longer, you can give it extra protection. An idea is to place a rug or small rugs in the area where you cook, for example, or where your children play. This will protect the floor from spilled liquids, food, children’s drawings it, and other dirt. In addition, choosing the right rugs can be a stylish idea that completes the whole furnishing.
You can opt for darker vinyl flooring if it suits your furnishings so it doesn’t get dirty as easily. It’s also nice to use furniture pads under all the legs of furniture in rooms where there is vinyl flooring. Always lift heavy furniture instead of pulling or dragging its legs across the floor.
Following these easy maintenance and cleaning tips will ensure a long life for your vinyl flooring. It will look stylish and well-maintained, and you’ll be happy with your choice. Cleaning vinyl plank floors can be easy if you know how to do it right!
Lily Edwards is a dedicated blog author for ReSand.co.uk, using her background in Interior Design to write insightful articles on floor care, including sanding, oiling, and polishing.
When she's not crafting informative blog posts, Lily enjoys exploring the British countryside, antique hunting, and indulging her love for DIY home improvement projects.