• Move heavy furniture carefully by laying a plywood panel on the floor and walking the item across it.
• Do not use rolling casters as they damage the floor.
• Use doormats at entrances to prevent dirt tracking.
• Check the soles of footwear, such as high heels, as the marks they make can be difficult to remove.
• Avoid extreme exposure to the sun through sliding glass doors by drawing your shades during periods of peak sun exposure.
• Remove loose dirt by sweeping or vacuuming regularly. Do not use your vacuum cleaner's beater bar.
• Blot spills with a paper towel and then wipe with a clean, white, dampened cloth.
• Wash your floor using the recommended cleaner with a sponge mop. After loosening the soil, mop up thoroughly to avoid the floor becoming sticky.
• Do not use dish detergents or a vinegar and water solution, abrasive cleaners or cleaners containing solvents as they will leave a dull film on your floor.
• After cleaning, a simple dry buffing should restore normal lustre.

To guarantee a long lasting life and a neat look to your new flooring, be sure to clean stains and spills rapidly.

United Carpet has created this section to help you find the best cleaning treatment for your vinyl.