Cleaning Waxed Linoleum Floors

Prolong the life of your linoleum floor and keep it looking like new with these tips.

Cleaning waxed linoleum floors.

Trying to strip larger areas can result in the stripper drying on the floor. Work in an area 3 to 4 feet. Try not to rub off. Use a dry microfiber mop to remove dust and debris in high traffic areas on a daily basis.

Pour the floor finish into a clean dry plastic wringer pail. The floor will appear dull when dry. To deep clean linoleum flooring baking soda is an excellent additive for power blasting through dirt and grime. It uses finely ground particles for a gentle scrub that won t leave scratches on your tile.

Dampen a mop or sponge with the mixture and rub the floor just enough to loosen the dirt. While the other ingredients loosen up grease baking soda absorbs the loosened particles and excess moisture. Years of waxy buildup can coat linoleum floors and it may seem that it s impossible to get them fully clean. Dip a clean dry finish mop about halfway into the solution and remove it.

If you have older vinyl that requires waxing clean it with warm water and detergent. Once a week use a soft bristled broom or vacuum cleaner attachment to remove dirt and debris. Using baking soda vinegar commercial floor cleaners and windex only add to the dull and dirty look of the linoleum floor.