Mopping the floor with a lightly wet mop to clear the floor of dirt and soil
Extraction cleaning
Extracting deeply embedded dirt and soil in carpets, especially those in inner layers that cannot be removed by shampooing
Sweeping
Removingdirtandtrash from floors using sweepers and dustpan
Vacuuming
The process of eliminationofdirt on carpeted floors using a vacuum cleaner
Plain polishing
Retouchingtheshine of floor by using a polisher
Spray buffing
Spraying the floor with a buff finish to retouch it and to keeptheglow
Shampooing
Removalofembeddeddirtandstains in carpets using carpet shampoo either manually or by use of a machine
Floor stripping
Requiresapplication of stripping solution
Finishing floors
Performed on the floor that are stripped of old wax and dirt and sealed for protection, accomplished through the application of wax or floor shine and polishing thereafter using a floor polisher
Ceramic tile, glazed (coated)
To clean: vacuum and damp mop with an all-purpose cleaner; dry with a cloth. Don't polish, no need for polishing, avoid using abrasive cleaners
Ceramic tiles, unglazed (uncoated)
To clean: vacuum and damp-mop with an all-purpose cleaner. To polish: once a year, strip the finish and reseal with a commercial sealer and water-based wax or acrylic self-polishing wax. Don't: avoid abrasive cleaners, strong soaps, or acids
Linoleum
To clean: vacuum and damp mop with a mild all-purpose cleaner. To polish: apply two thin coats of polishing, water-based floorway; let dry between coats. Don't: avoid solvent-based products, hot water and strong soaps
Vinyl
To clean: vacuum and damp mop with all-purpose cleaner dissolved in water. To polish: Apply two-three coats of self-polishing, water-based floorway; let dry between coats. Don't: Avoid abrasive cleaners
Vinyl no-wax
To clean: Vacuum and damp mop with an all-purpose cleaner recommended for no-wax floors. To polish: Surface may have a permanent shine but if it becomes dull in high-traffic areas, apply a commercial gloss-renewing product. Don't: Avoid solvent-based products or cleaners with pine oils, strong soaps, hot water or abrasives
If you are unsure of the best cleaning method for a floor in your house, consider hiring a house cleaning service or asking an expert
Do not use any cleaning product that may destroy the texture and appearance of your floors, especially if you find unnecessary marks on your flooring
Regular cleaning and maintenance can extend the life and look of your floors, so you can avoid spending your repair budget on unnecessary flooring replacement costs
Finishing Floors- stripped of old wax and dirt and sealed for protection
Floors
Come in a wide variety of colors, shapes, sizes, and styles, which adds to its versatility. The type of floor used can give a great impression when used at home, hotels or other establishments.
Types of Floor
Hardwood floors
Soft floors
Hardwood floors
Durable, versatile and not easily pierced which comes in different sizes and colors
Soft floors
Otherwise known as resilient floors which is one of the commonly used in household
Hard Floors
Bamboo floors
Ceramic Tiles
Concrete
Granite
Marble
Pebble
Laminate flooring
Terra Cotta
Wood floors
Bamboo floors
A form of flooring that is made from bamboo grass. It's durable, elegant, versatile, insects and moisture resistant.
Ceramic Tiles
Hard, brittle, heat resistant products which come unglazed or with high glaze and emulates the look of natural stone products.
Concrete
A mixture of sand, gravel, broken stone and cement (with other elements), which could be formed into a solid floor.
Granite
Expensive and more attractive type of floor.
Marble
Products that are processed from blocks that are quarried everywhere in the world. It comes in a variety of sizes and colors, which primarily comprised of calcium carbonate and other minerals.
Pebble
A mixture of cements and river stones, where color depends on the stones used in the mixture.
Laminate flooring
Cheaper and easier to maintain. It is virtually resistant to burns, scratches, chipping and is great for high traffic areas.
Terra Cotta
Hard baked clay tiles in red, yellow colors.
Wood floors
Hard floor type that is manufactured from timber which is either structural or aesthetic.
Soft Floors
Rubber Flooring
Vinyl
Linoleum
Carpet
Rubber Flooring
Environmentally friendly natural product, has an anti-slip, durable, lightweight and has a smooth finish, which is likely to be slippery when wet.
Vinyl
One of the finest choices for its long lasting quality and affordability among other types of floors. Similar to linoleum but it is more durable and highly resistant to moisture, mainly used in offices, malls and residential areas, easy to maintain and with a smooth finish.
Linoleum
Environmentally friendly type with natural antibacterial properties which is durable, lightweight and easy to clean, but usually had a smooth finish. Typically comes rolled and ready to install.
Carpet
A floor or hair covering made from woven fabrics typically shaped to fit a particular area.
Types of Surface Texture
Bush Hammered
Flamed
Polished
Sawn
Sand Blasted
Tumbled
Bush Hammered
It develops a featured impression where the degree of roughness can be selected.
Flamed
It's a rough surface that is developed through intense heat. It's very porous and must be treated with sealers.