Get streak-free floors in a few simple stepsno special cleaning products required.
No special floor cleaners are needed for your weekly cleaning.
To avoid streaks or water spots, you should also dry them immediately.
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More traffic, more pets, and more people equal a need for more frequent cleaning.
Again, traffic and home makeup are key indicators for mopping or deep cleaning.
For high-traffic areas, hit them once a week.
Frequent dust mopping, vacuuming, or sweeping will protect the finish, especially in high-traffic areas.
Always remove the grit and dirt first before wet mopping so you aren’t just pushing it around.
Use only one-half teaspoon or less to prevent leaving a soapy film on the floor that can attract dirt.
Prepare Your Mop
Wet a mop with the cleaning solution and wring out most of the moisture.
The mop should just be damp, not dripping.
Rinse and wring your mop frequently as dirt is transferred from the floor to the mop.
Unless you have used too much soap, no rinsing is needed.
Tackle Tough Stains
Some messes require a little more effort.
Then enjoy your streak-free flooring as you wish.
Sweeping, mopping, and deep cleaning are the basics for preserving the look of most floors.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, you should not apply wax to vinyl plank floors.
Wax will leave a film on your flooring that can build up over time, trapping dirt and debris.
No, you should never use a steam mop on vinyl plank flooring!
Vinyl is plastic, so extreme heat and moisture will make it warp.
