General Floor Care
Use Mats or Rugs by Entrances: Mats and rugs should be used by entrances to absorb soil and moisture.
They should be cleaned regularly so they do not become sources of soil themselves. Caution: Some rubber
backed mats or dye-in-braided and cotton rugs may cause permanent discoloration.
Avoid Direct Sunlight: Protect flooring from prolonged periods of direct sunlight with blinds, shades, or
awnings to prevent fading.
Use Floor Protectors: Use floor protectors on the bottom of furniture to reduce indentations/scratches.
Rolling Casters: Be careful w/rolling casters as they can damage your floor.
Keep your floor clean: Sweep/vacuum your floor regularly to keep loose dirt from scratching, scuffing, or
being absorbed into your floor.
Carpet
Vacuum Regularly: Vacuuming your carpet regularly will keep the dust and dirt from being absorbed into
your carpet. Medium to high traffic areas should be vacuumed twice weekly, and the entire house at least
once a week.
Use Area Rugs: If you use area rugs over your carpet, be sure to remove and clean them regularly. Clean
and restore the pile of the carpet underneath and carefully check that the rugs are not letting off any dye
before putting them back on the carpet.
Spot and Stain Removal: Prompt attention to spots and spills is essential. Remove as much of food spills as
possible by scraping gently with a spoon or dull knife. Absorb spills as quickly as possible by blotting
repeatedly with white paper or white cloth towels. Always blot a spot working from the outer edge in toward
the center. Do not rub or scrub. Always follow up with lukewarm water to remove detergent residue that may
become sticky and cause rapid re-soiling. Remove any extra moisture with towel.
Ceramic Tile
General: Use a silicone sealer on grout joints to prevent staining. Do not use harsh cleaning agents (such
as steel wool pads) which can scratch to damage the surface of your tile.
Tile Floors: Vacuum regularly to remove gritty particles. Damp mop using solution of water and soapless
detergent.
Wall Tile: Wipe with damp cloth or sponge using all-purpose cleaner. Use window cleaner for glossy
surfaces. Wipe dry with cloth.
Wood/Laminate
Immediately wipe up spills. Place area rugs or runners in high traffic areas. Remember that flooring around
rug may fade so move your rugs around often. Spot clean your floor as needed and completely clean several
times a year with wood/laminate floor cleaners. Do not use water or soap-based detergents which may leave
a dull film.
Do not use abrasive cleaners, steel wool, or scouring materials which can scratch the floor. Do not wax or
polish laminate floors. Keep your pet's claws trimmed as they may scratch the floor. Maintain proper climate
and humidity controls. A temperature of 70 degrees and 35-50% humidity levels are ideal.
Vinyl
Wipe up spills as soon as possible. Wash floor periodically with manufacturer recommended vinyl cleaners.
Do not use detergents, abrasive cleaners or "mop and shine" products as they may leave a film on your
floor. Also do not use abrasive scrubbing tools. When moving appliances or heavy furniture, lay a plywood
panel on your floor and walk the item across it. This protects your floor from scuffing and tears.
Use Mats or Rugs by Entrances: Mats and rugs should be used by entrances to absorb soil and moisture.
They should be cleaned regularly so they do not become sources of soil themselves. Caution: Some rubber
backed mats or dye-in-braided and cotton rugs may cause permanent discoloration.
Avoid Direct Sunlight: Protect flooring from prolonged periods of direct sunlight with blinds, shades, or
awnings to prevent fading.
Use Floor Protectors: Use floor protectors on the bottom of furniture to reduce indentations/scratches.
Rolling Casters: Be careful w/rolling casters as they can damage your floor.
Keep your floor clean: Sweep/vacuum your floor regularly to keep loose dirt from scratching, scuffing, or
being absorbed into your floor.
Carpet
Vacuum Regularly: Vacuuming your carpet regularly will keep the dust and dirt from being absorbed into
your carpet. Medium to high traffic areas should be vacuumed twice weekly, and the entire house at least
once a week.
Use Area Rugs: If you use area rugs over your carpet, be sure to remove and clean them regularly. Clean
and restore the pile of the carpet underneath and carefully check that the rugs are not letting off any dye
before putting them back on the carpet.
Spot and Stain Removal: Prompt attention to spots and spills is essential. Remove as much of food spills as
possible by scraping gently with a spoon or dull knife. Absorb spills as quickly as possible by blotting
repeatedly with white paper or white cloth towels. Always blot a spot working from the outer edge in toward
the center. Do not rub or scrub. Always follow up with lukewarm water to remove detergent residue that may
become sticky and cause rapid re-soiling. Remove any extra moisture with towel.
Ceramic Tile
General: Use a silicone sealer on grout joints to prevent staining. Do not use harsh cleaning agents (such
as steel wool pads) which can scratch to damage the surface of your tile.
Tile Floors: Vacuum regularly to remove gritty particles. Damp mop using solution of water and soapless
detergent.
Wall Tile: Wipe with damp cloth or sponge using all-purpose cleaner. Use window cleaner for glossy
surfaces. Wipe dry with cloth.
Wood/Laminate
Immediately wipe up spills. Place area rugs or runners in high traffic areas. Remember that flooring around
rug may fade so move your rugs around often. Spot clean your floor as needed and completely clean several
times a year with wood/laminate floor cleaners. Do not use water or soap-based detergents which may leave
a dull film.
Do not use abrasive cleaners, steel wool, or scouring materials which can scratch the floor. Do not wax or
polish laminate floors. Keep your pet's claws trimmed as they may scratch the floor. Maintain proper climate
and humidity controls. A temperature of 70 degrees and 35-50% humidity levels are ideal.
Vinyl
Wipe up spills as soon as possible. Wash floor periodically with manufacturer recommended vinyl cleaners.
Do not use detergents, abrasive cleaners or "mop and shine" products as they may leave a film on your
floor. Also do not use abrasive scrubbing tools. When moving appliances or heavy furniture, lay a plywood
panel on your floor and walk the item across it. This protects your floor from scuffing and tears.
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