Caring for Your Floor

Carpet

  • vacuum frequently – you cannot vacuum too often.
  • warm water extraction cleaning every 6 – 18 months
  • for spot removal and additional carpet care tips, click here

Vinyl (now referred to as "Resilient" flooring)

  • use felt or other non-staining floor protectors under furniture legs
  • sweep regularly
  • wipe spills or pet accidents promptly
  • mop with plain water or ammonia and water or white vinegar and water
  • avoid soapy or waxy cleaning products
  • for additional tips in caring for your resilient floor, click here

Laminate

  • use felt or other non-staining floor protectors under furniture legs
  • sweep regularly
  • wipe spills or pet accidents promptly
  • use pre-moistened mop pads (i.e. Swiffer) and never flood the floor with water
  • avoid soapy or waxy cleaning products
  • for additional tips in caring for your laminate floor, click here

Hardwood

  • use felt or other non-staining floor protectors under furniture legs
  • sweep regularly
  • wipe spills or pet accidents promptly
  • use pre-moistened mop pads (i.e. Swiffer) and never flood the floor with water
  • avoid soapy or waxy cleaning products
  • for additional tips in caring for your hardwood floor, click here

Tile

  • use felt or other non-staining floor protectors under furniture legs
  • sweep regularly
  • wipe spills or pet accidents promptly
  • mop with plain water or ammonia and water or white vinegar and water
  • avoid soapy or waxy cleaning products
  • apply a subsurface penetrating grout sealer every 2-3 years
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