10 Simple tips to keep tiled floors clean and sparkling

1. Place floor mats in the entries of hard floor areas for increased soil and moisture removal

2. Vacuum hard floors regularly. Many surfaces will appear to be clean when they’re not

3. Attend to spills as fast as possible. Hot liquids are particularly hazardous as they penetrate surfaces more rapidly

4. After routine wet moping, dry the area with an old white or colourfast towel

5. If you use area rugs are to soften or decorate your hard floors, use non-slip underlays or rug pads for added safety and protection

6. Chairs and tables with unprotected legs or bases can cause serious damage to hard floors

7. Dry sand is extremely harmful to hard floors and should be removed as soon as possible

8. Clean and rinse hard floors regularly using a recommended cleaner/protector product as recommended by your IICRC Certified Hard floor Care Specialist

9. Allow time for cleaning products to work

10. Natural stone floors should be cleaned regularly with warm water and a non-abrasive cloth