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Linoleum: How to Clean It Properly
10.11.2023 01:00
Updated: 13.05.2024 21:22
You cannot clean linoleum with soda or alkaline detergents (they can ruin the structure of the canvas, making it brittle).
It is not recommended to wash linoleum with too hot water (it can also adversely affect the condition of the coating).
Wet a rag in a bucket of warm water and mild detergent.
How to clean
For regular maintenance use clean warm water.
If there are stains on the linoleum, you can add ammonia, laundry soap or special detergents to the liquid.
It is important to choose household chemicals designed for PVC linoleum.
It is better to use mixtures containing surfactants and polishes.
How to get rid of black stripes on linoleum
An excellent tool is an ordinary pen and pencil eraser.
If shoe stripes cannot be removed using this method, then use chemicals suitable for your type of linoleum, or contact a professional.
The melamine sponge instantly removes such contaminants and the linoleum does not deteriorate.
How to remove yellowness on linoleum
To remove yellow stains from linoleum, all you need is a soap solution and a sponge.
Surfactants in various cleaning products do an excellent job of removing stains on transparency (unless, of course, they were caused by exposure to coloring agents like brilliant green).
