Bamboo Floor Cleaning – Helpful Tips

Bamboo flooring can easily be confused with traditional hardwood flooring, but it is much easier to care for. Once installed, regular care can keep it looking good for a long time. Cleaning bamboo flooring is a fairly simple task, as you’ll see in the tips below.

As far as daily maintenance is concerned, cleaning bamboo kitchen flooring can be done with a mop. Try to avoid dirt, dust, pet hair, etc. to settle on the bamboo floor. You can use a soft broom to sweep the floor or even vacuum it with a soft bristle attachment. If there are footprints, they can be removed with a damp sponge and mopped dry immediately.

Once a week, bamboo flooring can be cleaned with a solution of white vinegar and warm water in a 1:4 ratio. As you clean each part of the bamboo flooring with the solution, pat it dry with a soft towel. Don’t let the solution sit on the floor for too long as it can damage the bamboo.

In case something accidentally spills on your bamboo flooring, don’t ignore it as it can get into the wood and stain it forever. The best way to avoid this is to have soft, dry rags on hand so you can quickly soak up the spill. After that, the wet area should be blotted dry to make sure all the liquid has been removed.

In case the spill is slimy and thick, wipe it off to remove the mess. Then take a slightly damp rag and wipe down the area to remove as much dirt as possible. Do not rub the area as you will end up working into the surface of the wood, resulting in a stain. Now dry the area with dry paper towels or rags.

Bringing back the shine

Cleaning bamboo flooring is not complicated, but over time, the shine may fade. To restore this shine, clean the bamboo floor first, and then polish with an electric polisher once every eight months or a year, depending on your bamboo floor. You can rent the electric buffer. This will allow you to keep your bamboo flooring in good condition.

Some tips for easier maintenance

Some areas of your home may have more foot traffic than others, for example your front doors. These areas can be covered with rugs which will prevent dust and dirt from collecting on the bamboo flooring. If you have furniture that has metal caster wheels, be sure to get rubber pads for these. In fact, attach a piece of felt to the bottom of the furniture legs that come into contact with the floor to prevent chipping. Scrapes and cuts can easily collect dirt.

With the tips above, cleaning bamboo floors can be a simple process, so you can be proud of your floor for a long time to come.