Once it’s dry, do not apply any finishes or waxes unless they are specifically recommended by the flooring manufacturer-doing so could stain or damage the flooring. Instead, let the floor air-dry, which should not take long.
Resist the urge to manually dry the floor with a rag or towel as this will create swirl marks. Excessive moisture can get trapped in cracks between planks, where it can cause expansion, cupping, or buckling. Thoroughly wring out your mop to ensure that it’s just slightly damp so it won’t cause liquid to pool on the floor. (See below for detailed stain-removal instructions.) STEP 4: Mop the floor in sections. Otherwise, you may end up grinding loose dirt into the floor’s surface when you treat the scuffs or stains. Don’t attempt to remove stains or scuffs until all loose debris has been swept up. STEP 3: Remove any stains or scuffs.īe vigilant for stains and scuffs while you’re sweeping or vacuuming as they will likely require additional attention. Note: If the manufacturer’s instructions specify dilution with water, take care not to over dilute the solution. Avoid ammonia-based cleaners as well as vinegar and other acidic cleaning agents that can discolor bamboo floors or harm the finish, making them more susceptible to other damage. Mop weekly, using a hardwood-rated cleaner like Bona or Murphy Oil Soap to maintain shine and protect the surface. STEP 2: Prepare a mop solution with bamboo floor cleaner. As a result of its manufacturing process, carbonized bamboo lacks the strength of standard bamboo flooring. This is especially true of carbonized bamboo flooring, which is subjected to extreme heat in order to create a rich, dark hue. Like other hardwood and laminate flooring, bamboo flooring and bamboo laminate flooring are susceptible to water damage, so it’s crucial to clean up spills promptly to prevent water from penetrating and damaging the wood fibers in the boards. Avoid using standard vacuums, which have heavy wheels and rotating brushes that can cause scratches or dents. While it is safe to vacuum a bamboo floor, the vacuum must be equipped with a floor cleaning attachment or a hard floor setting to prevent damage.
Without regular sweeping, ideally once a day, gritty dirt and dust can scratch the floor’s surface. Have a soft-bristle or fine-fiber broom accessible to keep bamboo in like-new condition. STEP 1: Remove debris with a broom or vacuum.
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