What Should I Use For Cleaning My Flooring?
Here's a list of different tools and such to help clean your flooring and get the best results
Before you begin finding your cleaning tools, here's a few helpful tips to keep in mind.
•Be mindful of your surrounding environment when washing and rinsing your floors. We do not advise using bleach or harsh chemicals if they may end up in the body of water.
• Always rinse thoroughly to completely remove any residue that could come from cleaning.
• Allow product to air dry.
• Immediately use an approved mildew stain remover at the first signs of stains starting to form. Mildew forming on foreign substances left on vinyl flooring is a leading cause of stains.
RECOMMENDED TOOLS AND CLEANERS
Tools
• Microfiber cloth
• Deck brush
• Soft bristle scrub brush
• Broom and/or vacuum
• Power washer
• Soft toothbrush for hard to reach spots
Cleaners
Always follow the manufacturer instructions on proper use of the recommended cleaners
• Mild soaps or household detergents suitable for vinyl
• Rejuvenate Non-Skid Deck Cleaner
• Starbrite Vinyl Protector
• Starbrite Mildew Stain Remover
• 3M Mildew Stain Removers
• MAR Multi-Purpose Marine Cleaner
• Menignar’s Vinyl and Rubber Cleaner & protectant
• Bass Pro Shops Non-Skid Deck Cleaner with PTEF
• Oxy-clean Laundry Detergent
Cleaners NOT to use:
• Marine Hull Cleaner
• Undiluted Bleach
• Acetone
HEAVY CLEANING FOR STAINS
Our floors surface is non-porous to prevent stains and scents. However, vinyl is not a stain proof material. Certain dyes, inks, rubber based material, chemicals and tannin based leaves may cause permanent staining.
1. Rinse the soiled area to remove debris, salt and grit.
2. Prepare your cleaning solution – we recommend diluting the chemical cleaner with clean, warm water.
3. Apply to the stain and let sit for 2-3 minutes.
4. Use soft bristle scrub brush if needed
5. Wipe away stain or excess with clean towel – recommend
a soft microfiber towel.
6. Rinse to remove any soap residue
7. Allow to air dry
For more AquaTread Cleaning, Maintenance instructions and tips, click here: https://www.bltllc.com/wp-content/uploads/AT_PDFS/AT_CleanInstallWarranty.pdf.