What Cleaning Floors Should Look Like

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What Cleaning Floors Should Look Like

Understandably, sometimes you may have questions or concerns about how to do things the right way. We get this, which is why Andy’s Quality Cleaning exists.

Today, however, we will be talking about different types of floors in your households.

Clean the Floors

Cleaning floors should be one of the last things on your move-in cleaning list. After cleaning the entire home, some dirt, dust, and grime eventually settles on your floors. So, leaving the floors and carpet for last will ensure everything is as clean as possible when you move in.

Laminate floors

Using a steam mop on a laminate floor is not recommended because the moisture could cause warping and other damage to the floor. It’s best to sweep or vacuum the floor first, then use a damp mop to clean. As mentioned, avoid applying too much water to the laminate floor. A spray bottle and a dry mop can also get the job done.

Hardwood floors

Like laminate flooring, wood floors are also susceptible to moisture damage, so use caution when applying any liquid to clean them. Vacuum or sweep excess dirt and dust. Mix four cups of warm water and a few drops of Castile soap in a bucket. Use a damp mop to clean one small section of the floor at a time, and be sure to dry the area before moving on.

Carpet

First, vacuum and treat visible stains. Check here for tips on how to remove stains from carpet. Once you’ve removed the stains, use a carpet cleaner that extracts water to clean the entire carpet and remove embedded dirt and grime. Let the carpet dry completely before walking on it, which typically takes several hours, and then vacuum again thoroughly to remove any residue. Once you’re ready to move in, place carpet runners, mats, or plastic down to keep your carpet clean during the moving process.

Use these tips to handle your floors, or call us and we will do it for you!