(1) Is your vinyl floors well overdue for professional cleaning and polishing ?
(2) Do you wish to restore its lost lustre and shine even after years and years of use and exposure to foot traffic?
If so, then in this post, then here are some easy tips on vinyl polishing shared by flooring experts in Toorak .
As per them, before you start, you need to procure some useful polishing tools.
They include as follows - Apple cider vinegar, baking soda, baby oil or mineral oil, clean water, cotton or sponge mops, quality lubricant, soft-bristled brush, dishwashing soap, etc!
After procuring these tools, you need to follow these below-mentioned vinyl polishing tips.
Read the post carefully and learn it all.
Polishing Your Vinyl Floors - 5 DIY Tips To Follow !
[Step 1] - Pick The Appropriate Vinyl Polishing Solution
The first and foremost tip when looking to polish your vinyl floor surface is to use an appropriate vinyl polishing solution. Avoid harsh chemical products as it can potentially strip its existing protective wear and tear layer.
The recommended way to clean vinyl floor surfaces is to use gentle cleaning methods.
[Step 2] - Strip The Exiting Vinyl Floor Finish Prior To Polishing
While many consider this to be optional, flooring specialists recommend stripping the existing vinyl floor finish before polishing.
To remove the existing floor finish, use a dry mop or vacuum to get rid of the top-layer debris and dust. Don't wet-clean the floor as you will be applying a liquid stripper. Also, whatever polishing product you use, make sure it is specific for vinyl floor surfaces. Before using, read the instruction label at the back.
When getting down to it, use a dry cotton mop to spread the stripping solution across the vinyl floor surface. Apply a thin coat to the surface floor and allow it to sit and be absorbed into the floor for approximately 5-10 minutes. Also make it a point to use a quality rotary scrubber to remove stubborn stains and existing sludge using a damp cloth. Then rinse the surface floor properly and allow ample time for it to dry.
[Step 3] - Thoroughly Clean The Vinyl Floor Surface
Prior to polishing your vinyl floor, it is imperative you polish the surface thoroughly. You can start by removing all surface dust, debris, mud and loose particles.
When you vacuum the floor surface, do it without the help of beater bars as it can potentially scratch the vinyl surface over time. Look to clean every inch of the vinyl surface- even its corners, baseboards and underneath furniture.
Of course, when cleaning or mopping the vinyl floor surface, try to not get the vinyl floor excessively wet as it can and will increase the risks of moisture damage.
[Step 4] - Prepare The Solution You Will Use To Polish The Vinyl Floor Surface
After cleaning the vinyl floor properly, the next course of action on your part is to use a quality polishing solution to sparkle your targeted floor surface.
You can either opt for top-rated commercial vinyl polishing agents or you can opt for home-made polishing solutions made from vinegar or baking soda to achieve outstanding results.
[Step 5] - Polish Your Vinyl Floor With The Help Of Baking Soda or Vinegar
Finally you get down to polishing your vinyl floor surface. To perform the task, you can use either use baking soda or vinegar.
(A) To Polish Vinyl Floor With Baking Soda- Follow These Tips Properly.
Mix 4 tbs. of baking soda with 3 litres of lukewarm water. Properly stir the solution and then apply it to the surface using a mop or clean cloth.
Let the solution sit on the surface for 10-minutes. Afterwards use another damp mop to rinse the baking soda solution from the vinyl floor surface. You can rinse the second time, but only when you come across any whitish residue existing on the vinyl floor surface.
(B) To Polish The Vinyl Floor With Vinegar- Follow These Tips Properly.
Mix half cup of white vinegar solution, with one tbs. of liquid dishwasher soap, 1 tbs. of mineral oil and 4 litres of clean water.
Look to stir the solution properly and apply it over the vinyl floor surface using a clean cloth or mop. Rinse using plain water if necessary to make the floor sparkle once again.
Final Thoughts
If any of these steps prove difficult for you do on your own, then speak to your local vinyl polishing expert also offering cut back adhesive treatment in Melbourne during its installation stages.
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