The Bona Hard-surface Cleaner is an excellent choice for cleaning luxury vinyl flooring and other hard surface floors. Safe to use around pets and children, our floor cleaner dries quickly and leaves no residue. It's the perfect choice for when you don't want your floors to get in the way of your life.
However, Bona floor cleaners can take on your wood, laminate, tile, or LVT floor without issue.
Don't use ammonia or ammonia-based cleaning solutions. Ammonia can break down the vinyl and cause it to crack. Don't use a steam cleaner on vinyl plank flooring. Though vinyl can sometimes be impervious to water, it won't stand up to both the water and the intense heat produced by steam cleaning.
To clean LVT flooring, use a damp cloth with hot water and a mild detergent to help lift the stain, remember to not soak the floor. If a mark is still visible, try using a soft bristled brush in gentle circular movements. If you're using chemicals, ensure they are suitable for LVT flooring before applying.
Don't use heavy set chemical cleaning products. 'Mop and shine' products tend to leave a film on vinyl flooring that takes away the shininess so avoid these where possible. Do not use wax-based products on LVT. Avoid abrasive materials when scrubbing your floor.
Any mop with a microfiber cloth or built-in sprayer can be used on vinyl flooring, including LVT and LVP vinyl. However, steam cleaners should not be used on vinyl. The heat and moisture can penetrate the inner layers and damage surfaces.
If your flooring is waterproof, you can use a wet Swiffer safely, and can get a deeper clean than you'll get with a dry mop. Make sure that you use pads that feature a neutral household cleanser, rather than any harsh chemicals that could damage the flooring.
Pine-Sol is also safe for luxury vinyl wood plank flooring and vinyl tile flooring, so long as used with a dry mop and you do not saturate the floors.
LVT (Luxury Vinyl Tile) and LVP (Luxury Vinyl Plank) are two different types of luxury vinyl flooring. LVT is vinyl flooring designed in a tile shape, whereas LVP is vinyl flooring designed in planks to resemble traditional hardwood floor planks.
Heavy furniture and commercial appliances getting dragged around are one of the main culprits for destroying luxury vinyl floor tiles. Sometimes things need to be moved, and it's out of your control whether the furniture is lifted correctly or dragged across the floor, causing nasty scrapes and marks.
LVP floors are designed to be low-maintenance, but several factors can make them look dull over time: Dirt and Dust Buildup: Daily traffic can lead to a buildup of dirt and debris. Even fine dust particles, when left uncleaned, can create a haze over your floors, making them look less shiny.
How often should I clean my luxury vinyl floors? It's recommended to clean your vinyl floors weekly to prevent dirt buildup. High-traffic areas may require more frequent cleaning.
Sweep or vacuum regularly to remove dirt & grit that can scratch the floor, and wipe up all spills promptly and thoroughly with a damp cloth or mop, washing with a mild detergent when needed. You can restore your floor's original gloss by vacuuming, washing & applying 2-3 coats of floor-restoring polish.
The 2.5 Litre Refill is a convenient and economical bulk pack which saves you money. Bona Hard Surface Floor cleaner is pH neutral and water-based.
If your planks already have a pad-attached underlayment, you most likely won't need an underlayment. However, if your flooring manufacturers installation instructions allow for an extra underlayment, adding an extra underlayment will provide improved sound reduction, insulation, and moisture protection.
Bona has everything you need for maintaining and cleaning vinyl floors; from vinyl floor cleaners to mops and vinyl floor polish. Whether you have luxury vinyl tile, luxury vinyl plank or sheet vinyl flooring, Bona has you covered.
Avoid Rubber Backing: Rugs with rubber or latex backing can cause discoloration on vinyl flooring due to a chemical reaction. Instead, choose rugs with a natural backing or invest in a quality rug pad.
The best mop for vinyl plank floors is a microfiber mop. Microfiber mops are gentle on the surface and effectively capture dirt and dust without scratching the floor. Additionally, they require minimal water, reducing the risk of moisture damage to the vinyl planks.
Natural Floor Cleaners
Apple cider or even white vinegar are great natural cleaners for vinyl flooring. To create your cleaning solution, mix one cup of vinegar with a gallon of very warm water. Use this for mopping in place of a commercial cleaning solution. To clean up stains, consider creating a baking soda paste.
Yes, you can wet mop vinyl plank flooring, but it's important to use a damp mop rather than a soaking wet one.
DO NOT use All-Purpose or Multi-Purpose cleaners, detergents, abrasive cleaners or “mop and shine” type products (such as Bleach, Pine-Sol, Clorox Soft Scrub, Fabuloso, Rejuvenate, Mop & Glo, Mr. Clean, Murphy's Oil Soap and similar, unapproved cleaners), as they will dull the finish and sheen of the flooring material.
The flat-head microfiber mop. That's right! It's time to toss out every other floor mop you have ever owned and you'll soon know exactly why! This floor mop is what the pros use in almost every case and there are many reasons why.