However, linoleum flooring isn’t as heavy-duty as vinyl.

Because of this, take a little extra care when cleaning linoleum.

Harsh chemicals can ruin this flooring’s surface or shine.

Cleaning linoleum floor

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Instead, some dish detergent and water are the best way to clean linoleum floors.

As you work, pay special attention to corners, crevices, and underneath furniture and fixtures.

This solution should then be gently stirred.

Supplies to clean linoleum floors

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Dampen the Mop

Dip your mop in the soapy bucket, then wring it out thoroughly.

The strands of the mop should be just barely damp and soapy.

Mop the Floor

Divide the room up into sections that are roughly 6' x 6.'

Sweeping dirt on linoleum floor

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Do this until the entire floor is complete.

Rinse the Floor

Fill the empty bucket with hot water.

Then mop the entire linoleum floor again, once more in sections.

Wiping linoleum floor with microfiber cloth

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The goal is to remove any lingering soap residue that may be left on the floor.

Standing water can ruin linoleum flooring.

To do this, use old washcloths or towels and pat down the floor’s surface to dry it.

Preparing dish soap cleaning solution

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The cloths should quickly absorb any excess moisture.

Some tough stains, such as pet stains, may need this approach.

It’s inexpensive, widely available, and safe to use on linoleum finishes and flooring.

Wet microfiber mop

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Combine one cup of vinegar for each gallon of water.

Spread dry baking soda on the surface of the floor before you mop it.

Dip a mop in the vinegar solution and wipe it across the surface.

Microfiber mop on linoleum floor

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Linoleum is porous, much like hardwood, so it’s best to shy away from steam-mopping linoleum flooring.

Vinyl and linoleum flooringcan look similar.

A vinyl floor is made from layers of materials and will have color only on its top wear layer.

Filling bucket with fresh water to clean floor

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A linoleum floor is made of one solid, color-permeated layer.

Drying linoleum floor with towel

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Scrubbing stain on linoleum floor

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Vinegar and water cleaning solution

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Adding lemon juice to linoleum floor cleaning solution

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Sprinkle baking soda on linoleum floor

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Cleaning linoleum floor with microfiber mop

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Drying towel on linoleum floor

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