Maintain your luxury vinyl flooring with these three tips

There's a good reason why luxury vinyl flooring is such a big trend these days. It has an affordable, high-end style and comes with many benefits.

One of the benefits is that this floor is low maintenance. Like anything else, the better you take care of something, the longer it lasts–and that can be as much as 25 years.

Sweep daily

Sweeping is the most important thing you can do. Dirt and sand are sharp and can wreak havoc.

Get into corners, under cabinets and appliances–anywhere dirt can hide.

Left alone, grime will scratch the floor. It will also embed and cause pitting.

Mop periodically

Use a damp, not dripping mop on LVP flooring or LVT (the tile-sized pieces). The cleaner should be manufacturer-approved for vinyl.

Avoid harsh substances or waxy, shine-promoting cleaners. They damage the finish and dull the floor.

If you need more shine, add a drop of baby oil to the mixture when you mop. Or, seek the advice of your flooring professional.

Common care routines

Luxury vinyl flooring is ultra-durable and comes with a transparent, strong wear layer. It protects the floor, but you should also take some precautions.

After all, luxury vinyl is beautiful. You'll want to keep your vinyl flooring in Germantown, OH, looking great and performing well for a long time.

Wipe spills immediately so they don't stain. Of course, this is waterproof, but that's a good habit to get into for anything.

Put mats strategically at entrances so dirt can't enter. Place a couple of area rugs in high-traffic areas, which is also a design trend, as they add pops of color and texture.

Visit us for your luxury vinyl flooring in Germantown, OH

Family-owned Lighthouse Carpet and Flooring LLC opened its doors over 30 years ago. Let our experts show you how creative you can be with luxury vinyl flooring.

Visit our showroom in Germantown, OH. You'll see beautiful floors like COREtec Pro Plus Belmont Hickory or Proseries-Elixen Sonoma Oak by Daltile. We service Germantown, Miami Valley, Centerville, Springboro, and Kettering, OH.