Maintaining laminate and linoleum flooring in your office or home is not as difficult as it seems. Regular cleaning and maintenance goes a long way in keeping your floors clean and extending the life of them.

Laminate can be a cost effective option for commercial spaces. Laminate is durable, easy to install and is priced less than wood flooring and also requires less maintenance. According to the World Floor Covering Association laminate contains melamine resin and aluminum oxide that help it resist gouges and stains and that adds to its life expectancy. Laminate can last 5 to 10 years if it is maintained correctly but installation is key to how well it ages.

Laminate installation methods can be different and there is always a concern that floors leave a space underneath and moisture can get in under it and could cause the floor to eventually discolor. Cleaning companies will need to work with the client to understand how to clean laminate correctly which means includes using water sparingly. You must use water but keep it from penetrating into the gaps. Once laminate floors are scratched or damaged they may need to be replaced because there is no way to correct damage to laminate floors as you can’t sand down and refinish laminate.

Linoleum is a durable material and may be a good choice for a commercial building. Linoleum is an all-natural, water resistant surface that is easy to clean. Having a schedule for periodic polishing or spray buffing will help to extend the floors life and appearance. Unfortunately, most commercial owners don’t do maintenance on a regular basis. Deep cleaning may require coating the floor with stripping solution, scrubbing it with machine and removing the stripping solution with a wet vacuum or mop before rinsing with clean water.

Commercial floors may also require a yearly wax treatment depending on the condition of the floor and how much shine the client wants. The floors need to be stripped down to the original surface and three to five layers of wax are applied. If the floor isn’t stripped, new wax is just being put over old wax and will cause the floor to be discolored. If, however, the floor is properly maintained it is very resilient.

Linoleum is very economical whether you have a showroom, medical office or a school because maintenance will prolong the life of the floor.  Whereas carpet has to be cleaned a few times each year and eventually has to be torn out and replaced, Linoleum floors can last 50 or 60 years.

Doing your research will help you to zero in on your individual needs and make educated choices on the best flooring for your business. Each type of floor has advantages and disadvantages and if you consult your professional commercial cleaning company, together you can make the very best choice for your facility and business.

If you’re interested in getting your floors cleaned, please call Gator Cleaning Solutions at (813) 929-1122 for a free cleaning quote.

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