The ultimate guide to maintaining LVP floors and removing scuffs and stains
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This article was co-authored by Mitchell Newman and by wikiHow staff writer, Sophia Latorre. Mitchell Newman is the Principal at Habitar Design and its sister company Stratagem Construction in Chicago, Illinois. He has 20 years of experience in construction, interior design and real estate development.
Luxury vinyl plank, or LVP, looks great in your home, and we’re here to help you make sure it stays that way! These composite planks are made from multiple layers of PVC and vinyl and are a durable, cost-effective alternative to hardwood flooring. From how often to clean LVP to what products to use, we’ve covered it all here.
Things You Should Know
- Sweep or vacuum (without using a beater brush) every day to remove crumbs, dirt, and dust.
- Mop your floors weekly using a soft mop and 1 cup (240 mL) of apple cider vinegar diluted in 1 gallon (3.8 L) of water.
- Alternatively, use a pH-neutral floor cleaner like Bona or Pine-Sol.
- Avoid using a steam mop, letting water or other liquids puddle on the floor, or using harsh or abrasive cleaners like ammonia or steel wool, all of which can damage LVP.
Steps
References
- ↑ https://www.bobvila.com/articles/how-to-clean-vinyl-flooring/
- ↑ https://floors.milliken.com/docs/default-source/americas-documents/segments/commercial/maintenance/milliken_lvt_maintenance_guide.pdf?sfvrsn=25ea306e_6
- ↑ https://www.bobvila.com/articles/how-to-clean-vinyl-flooring/
- ↑ https://southwindfloors.com/clientcontent/Southwind/Maint-Warr-install-pdf/20210910_Luxury%20Vinyl%20Care%20&%20Maintenance.pdf
- ↑ https://www.bobvila.com/articles/how-to-clean-vinyl-flooring/
- ↑ https://pdf.lowes.com/productdocuments/06ee265c-8f8c-44e1-91ab-e0b1e8447566/44221143.pdf
- ↑ https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5ce3fedce941480001767eba/t/5f887f244db91f273ed3008b/1602780965207/HappyFeet_CareMaintenanceGuide.pdf
- ↑ https://southwindfloors.com/clientcontent/Southwind/Maint-Warr-install-pdf/20210910_Luxury%20Vinyl%20Care%20&%20Maintenance.pdf
- ↑ https://pdf.lowes.com/productdocuments/06ee265c-8f8c-44e1-91ab-e0b1e8447566/44221143.pdf
- ↑ https://www.bobvila.com/articles/how-to-clean-vinyl-flooring/
- ↑ https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5ce3fedce941480001767eba/t/5f887f244db91f273ed3008b/1602780965207/HappyFeet_CareMaintenanceGuide.pdf
- ↑ https://pdf.lowes.com/productdocuments/06ee265c-8f8c-44e1-91ab-e0b1e8447566/44221143.pdf
- ↑ https://southwindfloors.com/clientcontent/Southwind/Maint-Warr-install-pdf/20210910_Luxury%20Vinyl%20Care%20&%20Maintenance.pdf
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