Vinyl plank flooring has become one of the most popular choices over the past couple of years due to its durability and beauty.
But if you’ve never had these floors before, you may be wondering how to clean them.
You can use Swiffer on vinyl plank flooring. The dry Swiffer pads are great for trapping dirt and dust, and the Swiffer Wet Jet is safe to use as well. The best Swiffer solution for your luxury vinyl planks is in the white bottle labeled “vinyl, tile, and laminate.”
How to Clean Your Vinyl Plank Flooring with a Swiffer WetJet
Step 1: Sweep Your Floors
Start by sweeping your floors with a broom and dustpan or an appropriate vacuum. Make sure to get all the dirt, so it doesn’t smear around when you get it wet.
Step 2: Prepare Your Swiffer WetJet
If you haven’t already, put a new mop pad on your WetJet and load the cleaner. Swiffer has a cleaner, especially for luxury vinyl planks that you can use.
Step 3: Mop Your Floors
Press the button at the top of the Swiffer to spray the mopping solution. Then, go over the solution with your mop pad.
There’s no need to oversaturate your flooring. Instead, use just enough cleaner to go over the floor without leaving any puddling. Repeat until you’ve mopped the entire room.
Afterward, throw away your dirty mop pad.
Other Ways to Clean Your Vinyl Plank Flooring
Sweep Regularly (Most Important) – One of the top causes of damage to luxury vinyl plank is scratches caused by dirt and debris. If you want your tiles to last as long as possible, sweep at least every other day and as needed.
Mop with a Gentle All-Purpose Floor Cleaner – Most all-purpose cleaners are perfectly suitable for cleaning vinyl floors when appropriately diluted. Top contenders are Fabuloso, Mrs. Meyers, and Pinesol.
Clean with Vinegar and Water – While vinegar is a little too harsh for many hardwoods and natural stones, it’s great for vinyl. If you want to use vinegar to clean your floors, first mix it with equal parts water.
Use a Mop with a Soft Head – Vinyl planks are durable. The main thing to watch out for are scratches – which means no abrasive mop heads. Instead, try a mop with a microfiber head. Microfiber is soft but excellent at trapping dirt.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you make your vinyl plank flooring shine?
If your vinyl plank flooring has lost its luster, it could be due to a build-up of dirt or cleaner. A great way to break through both is with a vinegar and water solution. First, thoroughly sweep your floors. Then, mix half white distilled vinegar and half water and use it to mop your floors.
After you mop, go back over your flooring with a dry microfiber pad to pick up any extra dirt and buff the floors dry.
Can you use a steam mop on vinyl plank floors?
No, do not use a steam mop on vinyl plank flooring. There are two reasons why. First, heat can damage vinyl. Secondly, the steam can cause lifting at the edges of your tiles. If you use a steam mop on your luxury vinyl plank, you’ll void your warranty.
Can you use Fabuloso on Vinyl plank floors?
Yes, it’s perfectly safe to use Fabuloso on vinyl plank floors. Simply add ¼ cup of Fabuloso to a gallon of water and use it to mop.
Final Thoughts
Swiffer works well on vinyl plank flooring. Both the dry Swiffer sweeper and WetJet are safe options for vinyl. Swiffer even has a special cleaning solution for luxury vinyl planks.
If you don’t have a Swiffer, you can use any other mild cleaner on your floor. The biggest thing to avoid is a steam mop. Using a steam mop will ruin your floors and void your warranty.
