Regular processing of the floor covering is a pledge of cleanliness and freshness in the house, prevents the active spread of pathogenic microorganisms. On the one hand, it seems that it is very easy to choose a suitable floor cleaner, given the wide range of products. But, when it comes to the cleaning process, it turns out that all the proposed compounds can not so much help, how much to harm, because the surfaces are different.
Many housewives, despite the abundance of finished products, continue to use proven folk remedies. Each of the approaches has its positive and negative sides, it is only necessary to study them and use them in practice.
Synthetic products: types, advantages, disadvantages
Traditionally, it is considered that synthetic products are harmful to humans and processed materials. Specialists also argue that all the negative aspects in this regard have been taken into account by the manufacturers and now you can safely apply ready-made preparations for the treatment of flooring.
Of the additional advantages that professional floor cleaning products have, you can distinguish the following:
- They do not need to be prepared, they are ready for use immediately after purchase.
- It is possible to choose a product that is ideally suited for a particular coating, or specializing in impurities of a certain type.
- The consumption of such products is minimal, due to which the high price indicator is noticeably smoothed.
- Many modern products do not just remove dirt, but also care for the material, for example, give it extra shine or opacity.
Choosing a means for washing the floor, it is worth paying attention to the following products that are very popular with housewives:
- Glorix. Includes disinfectants, does not contain chlorine, has a slight unobtrusive odor. Absolutely harmless to humans and pets, they can even clean children's toys. Excellent even with the most complex types of pollution.
- Oranite. An effective concentrate that is characterized by the lowest possible flow rate. Suitable for processing most materials. Has a unique composition, its particles remove the dirt very gently, leaving no traces and divorces.
- Pronto. Optimum option for wood, laminate and linoleum. It does not even need to be washed off, and there is no risk of divorce.
- Mr. Proper. Copes well with fresh mud, but removing stale spots requires some effort. Does not need washing, despite the abundant foam. Does not leave traces and divorces.
- Aqualon. With its help it is possible to process not only hard, but also semi-solid coatings. Does not require flushing, has antistatic properties, if necessary, gives the surface shine. It does not harm the environment.
Advice: Despite the high quality and safety of modern preparations, it is recommended to check the type of its effect on the material before the first use of the new product. To do this, we process an inconspicuous section of the floor and wait until the zone dries completely. Only in the absence of negative consequences, the product can be used.
Natural formulations: important points and nuances of application
The proven compositions for years are characterized by safety and availability. In any kitchen, you can find the ingredients to create them, and the process of cooking the product will take no more than a few minutes. People's remedy for washing the sex may require additional efforts, but the result will be worth it. Most often, the following products are used in the farm:
- Vinegar. Features increased disinfecting properties, eliminates not only stains, but also associated with them unpleasant odors.
- Flax seed oil. Used for the treatment of wood coatings. It gives the wood a shine, protects it from external influences and the appearance of parasites.
- Soda. A soft abrasive that can remove even persistent old dirt from tiles, untreated wood. It is not recommended to use on smooth surfaces, becausethey are covered with small scratches, eliminating a pleasant shine.
- Household soap. A universal product that is more suitable for coatings that need systematic treatment. Neutralizes microbes, weight and removes dust, flushes the most resistant dirt. It is considered to be the most harmless to humans and the environment. Gasoline and turpentine. These are effective solvents that can only be operated on unpainted surfaces. Most often used to restore order after repairs. When working with a laminate and linoleum, it is not recommended.
- Olif. Unjustly forgotten by many housewives product. If you apply it for the treatment of linoleum once every three months, you can enjoy the gloss and neat appearance of the coating for many years.
- Alcohol. In its pure form it is used to eliminate small persistent stains. In diluted, it perfectly refreshes the floor, neutralizes germs and unpleasant odors. Cleaning with alcohol should be done only in a well-ventilated area, otherwise you will experience considerable discomfort.
Specialists do not recommend changing the floor cleaning products too often, it can provoke chemical reactions that adversely affect the condition of the material.
