LVT flooring is loved for its ease of cleaning, practicality, and durability. It's the ideal floor for family homes where spills and stains will inevitably occur. Whilst all LVT tiles are built to last, to get the most out of your floor and keep it looking like new, you will need to give it some TLC.

Here's a quick list of how to clean LVT flooring and how to protect it.. Followed by some useful LVT tips we've gathered from decades of experience.

Do

When Cleaning, Do:

• Sweep or vacuum regularly
• Once a week, wipe your floor with a specifically designed cleaner

To Protect Your Floor, Do:

• Put doormats and rugs by doors
• Put felt on legs of furniture
• Lift furniture to move it - even with soft pads, grit can scratch

Don'ts 

When Cleaning, Don't:

• Use a steam cleaner
• Use a wet mop
• Use bleach-based products
• Use abrasive materials such as scouring pads
• Use soap-based products
• Use furniture polish

To Protect Your Floor, Don't:

• Wear high heels
• Leave puddles to soak in

How Often Should I Clean LVT Floors?

Cleaning your LVT floors on a regular basis is essential to maintaining their appearance, as well as their performance. The frequency at which you will need to clean will depend on several factors, including what type of household traffic you have and if the floor is used for commercial purposes.

If you do live in a busy home, you should sweep or vacuum daily to remove dust and grit that can cause scratches. Any spills need to be wiped up immediately to avoid more difficult-to-remove stains. And as mentioned earlier, LVT floors should be lightly mopped every week with a specially designed cleaner.

LVT Maintenance Tips

• Doormats are useful for picking up moisture as well as grit before it gets to the floor. A must-have for any home.
• When vacuuming and sweeping, pay extra attention to beveled edges - these can pick up dust.
• Soap-based products leave an unwanted film which can dull the surface of your floor over time. Instead, use warm water with proper floor cleaner.
• Sweeping with the grain will leave less dirt on textured tiles.

How to Remove Stains from LVT Flooring

If you have a luxury vinyl tile with a stubborn stain, don't despair. There are some simple steps you can take to remove the stain to restore your floor. The key is to clean a spot as soon as the accident happens. And never use harsh chemicals or solvents that contain ammonia or acids, which will deteriorate the surface finish.

You will need to use a damp cloth with hot water and a specially designed mild cleaner to gently blot up any liquid spill or stain. Never scrub the floor vigorously, as you could damage the surface of the floor. Instead, softly dab the stain with your damp cloth.

Again, never use a wet mop to wipe the stain as excessive amounts of water can damage your floor. Before you even think about applying any type of cleaning agent - always read the label to ensure it is suitable for luxury vinyl.

After you have cleaned the stain, wait until the floor is completely dry until you walk on it again.