No matter how high quality your flooring is, regular maintenance is essential for preserving its beauty, durability, and brand reputation. As a flooring specialist in Kenya serving global clients, teaching your customers how to care for their floors builds trust and leads to fewer warranty claims. In this guide, we’ll walk through practical maintenance tips for different flooring types laminate, SPC, vinyl, carpet uses and best practices for longevity.
1. Daily & Weekly Maintenance
- Sweep or vacuum with soft brush heads to remove grit and dust (use non-beater bar for sensitive surfaces).
- Dry or lightly damp mop using a microfiber cloth. Avoid soaking floors with water, especially on laminates and edge seams.
- Use manufacturer-approved cleaning solutions (pH-balanced, non-alkaline) for laminate and SPC. For carpets, use low-moisture carpet shampoos.
2. Spills & Stains
- Wipe spills immediately (within seconds) using a soft cloth, moving from the edges inward.
- For tougher stains (ink, food), follow manufacturer instructions never use bleach or harsh abrasives unless certified safe.
3. Preventative Measures
- Use felt pads or rubber feet under furniture legs to reduce scratches.
- Place doormats both outside and inside entrances to trap dirt.
- Avoid high heels and heavy point loads on delicate floors.
- Use area rugs in high-traffic zones, rotating them periodically to avoid uneven wear.
4. Special Tips for Each Flooring Type
- Laminate: Avoid excess moisture, never wax or polish. Use ventilation to reduce humidity fluctuations.
- SPC / Vinyl: These are more forgiving safe with damp mopping, but still avoid flooding and harsh scouring pads.
- Carpet / Carpet Tiles: Vacuum regularly, rotate tiles, spot-clean with low-foam cleaners, and schedule deep cleaning periodically.
5. Periodic Deep Care
- For hard floors: once or twice a year, clean with a manufacturer-recommended polish or protection coat (if applicable).
- For carpets: schedule a professional steam-clean or dry-clean service to refresh fibers and remove deeply embedded dirt.
6. When to Call a Professional
- If you notice lifting seams, bubbling, or damage around edges, consult your installer before DIY fixes.
- For raised floors, check pedestal leveling and ensure no structural shifts over time.
Conclusion:
Maintenance is what transforms a good floor into a great one for the long run. By sharing these care tips with your clients both locally in Kenya and globally you not only extend the life of their floors but build your authority as a reliable flooring specialist. Well-maintained floors speak for your quality long after installation.
