Parquet is a common flooring in homes because it creates a warm, welcoming atmosphere. However, maintaining this flooring requires more attention than other types of floors. That's why, in this Payresa article, learn how to clean parquet, from specialists in flooring in Málaga and carpets.
Considerations
Before explaining how to clean parquet, it's important to bear in mind a few aspects that can affect its condition in the long run.
- Scratches must be avoided, as they can be caused by dragging furniture, pets or high-heeled shoes.
- It's important to protect the parquet from direct sunlight, as this can cause discolouration and drying out, which in turn can cause cracks in the wood.
- It's important to avoid using abrasive cleaning products, as these can be harmful to the parquet.
How to clean parquet
Below we give you several recommendations on how to clean laminate parquet:
- If you want to remove the dust that builds up in your home, the best option is to use a vacuum cleaner or a mop. For speed, a vacuum cleaner is recommended, but it's important to bear in mind that if it isn't handled gently, it can damage some parts of the floor due to continuous rubbing.
- If you want to remove the everyday stains that can build up on the floor, even if they aren't visible to the naked eye, it's recommended to use a good-quality mop, well wrung out, with a little soapy product (without overdoing it). It's suggested to do this cleaning weekly for best results.
- If clean water wasn't used when cleaning the floor, dirt may build up in the grooves between the planks. To clean them, it's recommended to use a brush or a cloth soaked in alcohol and have a little patience to remove the built-up dirt.
- For stubborn grease or paint stains on the floor, a little alcohol can be applied directly to the stain. If the stains are more superficial, it's important to remove them to avoid damaging the floor. To do this, it's recommended to spray a little soap and gently move the mop over the stain.
- A home trick that works very well to clean and give the floor a renewed look is to use lemon. You can squeeze a little lemon onto the floor to clean it and give it extra shine. This method is very effective and useful when you don't have soap on hand.
- Another option for keeping floors clean and shiny is to use an electric mop, although this can be a more expensive option. Electric mops tend to be very effective at cleaning the floor, as they incorporate different functions such as suction and steam cleaning.
How to repair parquet lifted by water
When parquet boards lift, it's important to determine the cause. In general, there are two main reasons: water build-up due to improper cleaning and moisture problems in the floor.
If the problem is due to accumulated water and the boards aren't damaged, it can be fixed easily. However, if the boards are damaged, it's advisable to take them to a timber yard to have them sanded properly or to buy new boards.
Once the boards have been installed, it's recommended to apply a coat of varnish or lacquer according to the manufacturer's instructions to avoid future problems with parquet lifting due to water. If the moisture persists, it's advisable to seek the help of a professional such as Payresa, specialists in parquet in Málaga.