The Ultimate Guide to Floor Cleaning: Tips for Every Floor Type

Wooden Floors

 Vinyl Floors

• Sweeping/Vacuuming: Use a soft broom or a vacuum with a hardwood floor attachment to remove dust and debris.
• Damp Mopping: Use a damp mop with a mild wood floor cleaner diluted in water. Dry mop immediately after to prevent water damage.

• Use harsh chemicals
• Soak with water  

• Sweeping/Vacuuming: Use a soft broom or vacuum.
• Mopping: Use a damp mop with a solution of mild detergent and water. Rinse the floor thoroughly with clean water to remove any residue.

• Use abrasive scrubbers
• Use high pH cleaners  

Tile Floors

Marble Floors

• Sweeping/Vacuuming: Use a soft broom or vacuum.
• Mopping: Use a soft mop with a pH-neutral cleaner and water. For grout, use a brush and a grout cleaner. Rinse with clean water.

• Use acidic or abrasive cleaners
• Let spills sit

• Dust Mopping: Use a microfiber cloth or dust mop.
• Mopping: Use a damp mop with a pH-neutral stone cleaner and water. Dry immediately with a soft cloth.

• Use acidic or abrasive cleaners
• Use vinegar or bleach

Terrazzo Floors

Resin Floors

• Sweeping/Vacuuming: Use a soft broom or vacuum.
• Mopping: Use a mop with a pH-neutral cleaner and water. Polish periodically to maintain shine.

• Use acidic or abrasive cleaners
• Allow water to pool

• Sweeping/Vacuuming: Use a soft broom or vacuum.
• Mopping: Use a damp mop with mild detergent and water. Rinse well to remove any soap residue.

• Use solvent-based cleaners
• Scrub with abrasive tools

Lino and Linoleum Floors

Laminate Floors

• Sweeping/Vacuuming: Use a soft broom or vacuum.
• Mopping: Use a damp mop with mild detergent and water. Dry thoroughly after mopping to prevent water damage.

• Use excess water
• Use harsh or abrasive cleaners

• Sweeping/Vacuuming: Use a soft broom or vacuum with a hard floor setting.
• Damp Mopping: Use a damp mop with a laminate floor cleaner diluted in water. Dry immediately.

• Use excessive water
• Use abrasive cleaners