LVT Outlet
Keeping Your Floor at Its Best.
One of the great things about LVT and SPC flooring is how easy it is to look after. A quick sweep, the occasional mop and a few simple habits are all it takes to keep your floor looking as good as the day it was laid — for years to come.
Day-to-Day Cleaning
Your LVT floor doesn't need much to stay looking great. For everyday maintenance, a dry sweep or vacuum on a hard floor setting is all you need to pick up dust and debris. Avoid vacuum heads with a beater bar as these can scuff the surface over time.
For a deeper clean, a damp mop with warm water and a small amount of pH-neutral floor cleaner works perfectly. Wring the mop out well before use — you want it damp, not wet. Standing water left on any floor for extended periods isn't ideal, even on a fully waterproof surface.
Daily
Quick & Easy
Sweep or vacuum on a hard floor setting to remove dust, grit and debris before it gets ground into the surface.
Weekly
Damp Mop
Damp mop with warm water and a pH-neutral cleaner. Wring the mop thoroughly — the floor should dry within minutes.
Occasionally
Spot Clean
For stubborn marks or spills, use a soft cloth and a small amount of floor cleaner. Most marks lift easily from the wear layer.
Dealing with Spills
Spills are no cause for panic on a waterproof floor. Simply wipe them up promptly with a clean cloth or paper towel. For anything stickier — think food, drinks or grease — a damp cloth with a small amount of washing-up liquid does the trick. Just rinse the area with clean water afterwards and dry it off.
Avoid leaving spills to sit for long periods, particularly anything acidic like fruit juice or wine, as these can dull the surface finish over time if left unattended.
Protecting Your Floor
A little prevention goes a long way. These simple habits will help protect your floor and keep it looking its best for longer.
Felt pads on furniture — stick felt pads to the feet of chairs, tables and sofas. This is the single most effective thing you can do to prevent scratches.
Door mats — place a mat at external doors to catch grit and dirt before it reaches your floor. Grit underfoot is the main cause of surface scratching.
Lift, don't drag — when moving heavy furniture, always lift rather than drag. Use furniture sliders if needed to distribute the weight.
Chair mats — in home offices or dining rooms, a chair mat under castored chairs will protect the surface from repeated rolling pressure.
Rugs and mats — use rugs in high traffic areas like hallways to reduce wear. Make sure any rug backing is non-staining and suitable for use on vinyl flooring.
Keep pet nails trimmed — pets with long nails can scratch the surface over time. Regular trimming keeps both your floor and your pet in good shape.
What to Do and What to Avoid
A quick reference guide to keep your floor in perfect condition.
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Long-Term Care
LVT and SPC flooring is designed to be a long-term investment in your home. With the right care it should look great for the full length of its warranty period and beyond. Here are a few things to keep in mind over the longer term.
Temperature — keep room temperature reasonably consistent. Extreme fluctuations can cause the floor to expand and contract more than usual.
Sunlight — prolonged direct sunlight can cause fading over time. Use blinds or curtains during the brightest parts of the day in south-facing rooms.
Underfloor heating — if you have underfloor heating, keep temperatures below the maximum recommended by the manufacturer — typically 27°C at the floor surface.
Replacing planks — if a p