How to clean and maintanence "Laminate Floor"
While laminate flooring resembles hardwood planks or natural stone tile, you still have to clean it as a laminate floor. Luckily, laminate floors are very strong. Laminate planks are covered by a thick layer of melamine resin over the fiberboard. These are sun and light-resistant layers that will look new for years. Although very few things will harm a laminate floor, it is important to prevent water from getting underneath the planks. The best way of cleaning laminate floors is by dry mopping or vacuuming. If you are vacuuming, you should ensure that the machine is in tile mode, as opposed to carpet mode, so that the beater bar is raised. Also, you should never polish a laminate floor. If the plank looks damaged, the best option is to replace it.
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How to clean a hardwood floorHardwood floors add warmth and a unique look to all styles of home decor. They are easy to maintain if they are finished and cleaned properly. Taking care of your hardwood floor helps to maintain the shine.
When cleaning hardwood floors, it is important to know the type of wood that you have installed in your home. You could either have solid hardwood flooring or engineered hardwood flooring. Solid hardwood floors are usually installed in planks or strips and left natural or treated with a wood stain. Engineered hardwood flooring, on the other hand, is manufactured by gluing together several thin plies of hardwood. Also, hardwood floors usually have one of two types of finishes: wax or polyurethane. To be able to distinguish the type of finishing the hardwood floors in your home have, rub your finger across the surface. If a smudge appears, your floor is likely waxed. Sealed hardwood floors typically have a polyurethane, urethane, or poly acrylic coating. This coating protects the floors from water damage and stains. To keep the hardwood floors clean and with a bright finish, hardwood floors should be swept, dust mopped, or vacuumed daily. In addition, spills should be cleaned as soon as they happen. Sweeping or vacuuming daily removes crumbs and grit that can cause scratches and wear down the finish of the floor. A soft-bristled broom is the best tool for this task. It removes the grit and crumbs while preventing additional scratches. You should then go for a microfiber mop that is easy to wring out. This allows you to mop the floor with a barely damp mop. Since hardwood floors can be damaged by even small amounts of water, avoid using damp mops on this surface. Instead, sweep, dust mop, or vacuum regularly.
How to clean and maintanence "Cork Floor"
Cork flooring is popular for its porosity. While it is porosity that makes this natural material so beautiful, it also makes it very susceptible to water damage. Cork flooring is very absorbent. As such, most cork flooring is usually sealed. However, you still need to clean with caution. You should clean spills as soon as they happen. In addition, you should vacuum often to prevent scratching. Once a week, wash your cork floor using a mixture of a mild solution of five drops of liquid dish detergent and one gallon of warm water. You should avoid using a stronger solution since it can cause streaking. Use a soft mop and wring it such that it is slightly damp. Too much water can damage the floor.
How to clean and maintance "Bamboo Floor"
Bamboo floors are beautiful and sustainable. However, in some cases, they are softer and are thus more prone to nicks and scratches compared to hardwood floors. Strand bamboo flooring is the hardest and most durable type of bamboo flooring available. Unless you have it, you should be extra vigilant when sweeping up dirt and debris. You should therefore clean your floor regularly to prevent the build-up of particles. Bamboo flooring can also be corroded by harsh detergents and cleaning agents. As such, you should always use pH-balanced cleaners. In addition, you should avoid cleaning using ammonia-based cleaners, oil soaps, bleaches, wax-based products, and acidic materials such as vinegar since they can damage bamboo flooring as well. Instead, you should use a mix of pH-neutral soap and a bucket of water. Use a soft, barely damp mop to clean the floor. Wipe up the excess moisture using a dry microfiber cloth.Type of Floor
