Tips on Floor Care

FOR HARDWOOD FLOORS:

When moving furniture across your floor, be sure to slide a piece of cloth under the legs.
Place plastic or fabric "feet" under the legs of furniture to prevent scuffing.
Remove cleats, high heels or sporting shoes before walking across your floor.
Don't use a wet mop when cleaning a wood floor. The water can dull the finish or damage the wood.
When cleaning spilled food, use a dry or barely damp towel to wipe it up.
Lay mats at doorways to keep dirt and sand from getting on the floor.
Sweep or vacuum your floors on a daily basis.

FOR TILE FLOORS:

When cleaning, only use water and a mild household detergent. Rinse the floor with clear water and wipe it dry. Never use acid based cleaners or abrasive powders.
Use a penetrating sealer once a month on your tile to prevent grout staining.
To clean grout staining, use a mixture of water and bleach. Let the solution sit on the floor for up to twenty minutes and mop the floor, rinse it and wipe it dry.

FOR CARPETS

Vacuum high traffic areas of the home (hallways, stairs and entry ways) on a regular basis.
While vacuuming, push the vacuum forward a few feet, in a very slow and direct motion and reverse it.
When choosing a vacuum cleaner, pick one with adjustable, rotating brushes. These are great for removing ground-in soil.
Always vacuum your floor prior to using any type of wet cleaning method on your floor.

Tarheel Janitorial Service Inc.
P. O. Box 217
Carrboro, NC 27510
tarheelj@nc.rr.com

919-933-4777