When you have your floor professionally cleaned, your business looks better than ever. The flooring is smooth, shiny, and everything looks spotless. If you don’t take care of your flooring afterward, however, your office will quickly start to look dirty again.
Every type of flooring will have different needs, which means that not only will it be cleaned using different methods, but you’ll also have to maintain and care for it differently. Depending on the type of commercial flooring you have, you’ll want to follow specific care techniques.
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Wood
Wood flooring is gorgeous, but it also needs regular maintenance, or it can be easily damaged. While a professional cleaning service will take care of the tedious work, you’ll still need to keep up on regular care to keep your floors clean and scratch-free.
Wood is particularly sensitive to sunlight and water, so keep your floors dry and sealed. You’ll need to sweep every day to prevent dirt from scratching the surface of the wood, and you may want to mop once a week to keep your floors shiny and smooth.
Use mats at each entry, and be sure to sweep underneath them so that the dirt underneath doesn’t scratch your flooring. When it gets wet outside, you may want to encourage guests and employees to wipe their feet a little more.
Vinyl
Vinyl flooring is one of the most durable types of commercial flooring and is relatively easy to clean. Most businesses only take care of minor cleaning tasks and leave the big jobs to the professionals, but even a regular sweep and mop of the area will do wonders to keep your business looking clean and professional.
After you have your vinyl floor cleaned, make sure to sweep it every day. Vinyl collects dirt and dust quickly and can be easily scratched if this isn’t taken care of. Placing mats at all entry and exit points can help reduce the amount of dirt tracked in and lessen the risk of your flooring being scratched. In addition to daily sweeping, be sure to mop regularly as well.
Carpet
Carpeting is more difficult to care for, but it can be done. To keep it clean and free of allergens and bacteria, vacuum it every night before you leave the office. If it starts to smell, you may want to invest in a dry cleaning solution to help eliminate the odor without a thorough deep clean.
Concrete
Concrete flooring may seem one of the easiest to take care of, but to keep it looking professional, you’ll need to ensure that it is routinely sealed. This will give it a smooth shine and help it stay clean.
Sealing your floors isn’t all. Sweep and mop regularly to keep it looking nice. There is little chance that concrete flooring will scratch, but you should still want to eliminate any dirt and debris that may be tracked into your business. Sweeping and mopping the floors regularly will help with this.
Tile
Much like hardwood and vinyl flooring, tile must be swept and mopped regularly to maintain a clean shine. Most types of tile are durable and aren’t at a high risk of being scratched, but you should still try to keep the floors clean of debris. This will help your business maintain a more clean, professional appearance to visitors.
Another important part of caring for commercial tile is ensuring it’s sealed. This will prevent water damage and scratches and keep your floors looking shiny and new.
Conclusion
When it comes to caring for your floors after a professional cleaning, you only need to worry about the basics. Sweeping and mopping will do a lot to keep your freshly cleaned floors looking good. Don’t forget to schedule your next professional floor cleaning with us so we can help you maintain your floors.
Travis Owens, the President of Cubix, Inc., has dedicated over 18 years to refining and leading the premier leader for commercial flooring services in Florida. Before taking the helm as President, Travis excelled as the Director of Operations, solidifying his reputation as an industry trailblazer in commercial flooring consulting and solutions. A proud veteran, Travis honorably served 8 years in the Marines, exemplifying his commitment and discipline in all endeavors. Residing in Orlando with his family, he also indulges in his passion for culinary spices.
