Engineered timber floors blend the timeless beauty of real hardwood with smart stability, but keeping them pristine requires the right approach. In short, clean them by sweeping or vacuuming daily to banish dirt, mopping weekly with a damp microfiber mop and pH-neutral cleaner to tackle grime, and deep-cleaning monthly to refresh the surface—all while avoiding excess water, steam, or harsh chemicals that can warp layers or dull finishes....
I’ve cleaned, maintained, and restored hundreds of vinyl tile floors over the last 13 years — from 1970s luxury vinyl in old apartments to the newest LVT (luxury vinyl tile) installations in high-end homes. Here’s the truth most guides won’t tell you upfront: The fastest, safest, and longest-lasting way to clean vinyl tile floors is daily dry removal (sweep or vacuum) + weekly damp mopping with a pH-neutral...
Timber floors are cleaned correctly by removing loose dirt with a soft broom or vacuum and mopping with a lightly damp microfiber mop and a pH-neutral cleaner. Avoid steam, harsh chemicals, abrasive tools, and excess water to prevent warping or damage to the floor’s finish. Proper cleaning prevents scratches, moisture absorption, dullness, and long-term structural issues caused by incorrect tools or methods. It also helps your timber floors...
Floor buffing and polishing are often talked about together, but they are not the same thing. Floor Buffing is a light and easy floor-care process. It uses a slow or medium-speed machine with soft pads to gently clean the top layer of the floor. Buffing removes small scuff marks from shoes, tiny scratches, and dull or cloudy spots that make the floor look old. It is a soft...
To clean concrete floors effectively, start by sweeping away loose debris with a stiff broom. Mix a pH-neutral cleaner with warm water, apply it to the surface, and scrub using a stiff-bristle brush or mop. Rinse thoroughly with a hose or bucket of clean water, and allow the floor to air dry. For stubborn stains, pre-treat with a targeted solution like baking soda paste before scrubbing. Always wear...
Cleaning vinyl flooring starts simple: sweep or vacuum loose dirt and debris to prevent scratches, then mop with a damp microfiber cloth using warm water mixed with a mild, pH-neutral cleaner designed for vinyl surfaces. This quick routine removes grime without harming the protective wear layer that shields your floor from daily wear. Always wring out excess water thoroughly and dry the surface immediately to avoid moisture buildup,...
