HOW TO REFRESH YOUR FLOORING
Inevitably, at some point your flooring will get dirty, but how exactly should you go about cleaning it? Whether you have carpet, laminate, hardwood or vinyl, Morgan & Quinn has produced this guide to help you.
CARPET CLEANING TIPS Schedule a carpet deep clean at least every six months, to keep them looking as good as new – we recommend a steam cleaner for this. Beforehand, make sure to vacuum first to lift any debris off.
There are two methods of deep cleaning: wet extraction (steam cleaner), and dry extraction. Dry extraction involves spreading a dry absorbent compound over the carpet, before vacuuming it with the cleaning machine.
A water extraction method involves injecting a cleaning solution into your carpet pile and putting it under the pressure of water-jet nozzles to work it deep into the carpet. The machine then vacuums up the solution along with the dirt, oil and grease that has built up within, giving your carpet a face lift, pulling the dirty solution back into the machine.
When steam cleaning, allow 24 hours to complete the drying, so as to prevent mould or mildew growth in the carpet or padding. It’s important to make sure you do not get your carpet overly wet, to avoid damaging the underlay and carpet backing. Too much water can cause shrinking, odour and discolouration.
Make sure to choose the method best suited for your carpet type and brand, as many may have cleaning guidelines, for example if you have an Abingdon carpet.
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cleaning. However, you should never polish a laminate floor: should the finish of a plank look damaged, the best option is to replace it.
When it comes to spillages, make sure you act fast. Use a clean, dry towel or sponge to soak up the moisture and dry well. It’s important to act as quick as you can, as leaving the spill for too long can stain your flooring as well as wear away the protective coating.
The best way to keep your laminate in pristine condition is to make sure you regularly vacuum. Daily maintenance can prevent scratching: even if your flooring was promoted as scratch resistant, it can still be at risk of floor debris making a mark. Make sure the vacuum is on tile mode so the beater bar is raised and can’t scratch the floor that way.
Keeping a well vacuumed floor can help maintain the feel and finish, but if you’re not using a vacuum it is best to use a soft brush. A standard floor brush has hard bristles which can gradually cause scratching.
CLEANING LAMINATE FLOORING Laminate flooring may be hard-wearing and durable, but you still need to keep it in check with a good cleaning routine. The important factor is not to go to crazy with water, as you need to keep this from getting underneath the planks as it can damage your floor.
We recommend a dry mop to prevent any damaging of the floor, or when required, use a slightly damp mop for spot
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Of course, at some point you may feel your laminate needs a thorough clean, particularly when no amount of dry mopping, brushing or vacuuming can remove stains. Thorough cleaning is best carried out every few months, requiring a bucket with clean, warm water and a delicate floor or specialist laminate cleaner. Make sure you find a cleaning product to fit your brand of laminates’ care rules, for example if you have a Balterio laminate.
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Make sure you wring the mop out well, and mop lightly so as not to drown the floor in moisture. Avoid puddles by regularly soaking the mop and wringing it out, ensuring it is just-damp throughout.
CLEANING A HARDWOOD FLOOR Before cleaning hardwood floors, make sure you know what finish it has. If you’re unaware of this, rub your finger across
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