subject: What Types of Floors Can be Restored? [print this page] What Types of Floors Can be Restored? What Types of Floors Can be Restored?
Just about any type of flooring can be restored. Floor polishing,tile cleaning, stone polishing, it doesn't matter what you want to do there is likely to be a product and the method you can use to bring your floor back to its original condition.
Let's take a look at several floor types and examine what can be done to restore them.
Carpets. The best way to keep a carpet looking good is to regularly vacuum it and use a professional carpet cleaning service or product at least once every quarter. There is no formal way of restoring a carpet so; proper maintenance is the best option.
Timber Flooring. Timber floors are normally sealed when they are laid so that the surface is protected from wear and tear. As time goes on however surface scratches will appear and uneven wear may also be apparent in heavy traffic areas. The beauty of Timber is that it can be restored easily but it will require sanding and polishing and probably a little bit of repair work. It is a an easy but messy process and if you are not confident you should employ the services of a professional floor restorer.
Linoleum and Vinyl. Although it is rare to find many linoleum or vinyl flooring in modern homes it is important to remember that when laying it the first time it should be sealed properly. If this is not done it will never be possible to restore the finish as the surface will become permanently damaged. Linoleum can be restored with by simply washing it with mild detergent; alkaline cleansers of any sort should be avoided. When it comes to vinyl floors however they will simply need a regular vacuum and awash in warm water every couple of weeks. They can be restored using acrylic floor polish when the shine has disappeared.
Ceramic Tiles. These tiles are extremely tough and are unlikely to need any restorative work because the surface will remain intact forever. The only problems occur when the tile cracks and needs to be replaced. When this happens, you need to source a matching tile from the same supplier and this can prove quite difficult if many years have passed. For this reason, it's good to buy an excess number of tiles at the start so you will have adequate replacements available to you.
Concrete. Unfinished concrete needs to be sealed with a special finish in order to maintain its looks. Once this is done a simple vacuum and awash with a mild detergent is sufficient to keep them clean. In the event of discolouring or surface wear, a new seal or epoxy finish will need to be reapplied to bring the surface back up to its original standard.
Generally speaking, regularfloor cleaning is all that is required to maintain most surfaces in an acceptable condition for a long period of time. When the time comes for restoration however there are many products you can choose from to bring your flooring back to its original condition.
