How to properly clean the floor with a broom and mop? 7 tricks

Cleaning the floor is a task you consider simple and quick, so you're wondering if you're cleaning it properly? Find out in this article if your hunch is correct.

Proper floor cleaning is essential to preserve the durability of your flooring and to ensure that dirt, germs, and bacteria are eliminated from your home. Learn some tips for mopping your floors and tricks for sweeping your home.

How best to clean the floor?

Why is it important to perform regular maintenance? The floor is where we walk daily with our shoes on and where we place various objects that may come from outside.

• Eliminate bacteria and germs that affect the health of people and animals;
• Prevent wear and protect the quality of the pavement material;
• Improve the appearance of the room with a clean floor;
• Increase safety by avoiding a dirty and wet floor.

Tips for cleaning the floor

Having the information on your side is a step towards ensuring your floors are impeccable:

1. Remove objects and furniture from the area to be cleaned

Having objects scattered around makes it difficult to access all areas, which leaves dirt accumulated around them. Furthermore, cleaning becomes faster and you're less likely to trip over an accessory.

2. Sweep or vacuum

Before mopping, sweep or vacuum so that dirt and dust don't spread during the next cleaning.

3. Choose the right products and accessories

Choosing the right detergent is crucial not only to ensure 100% cleaning, but also to protect the quality of the floor and ensure a long lifespan. Furthermore, accessories such as mops and brooms must also be suitable for this type of cleaning to prevent scratching.

With EcoX Floor Cleaners, dirt and grease are removed, leaving a pleasantly scented environment. They're recommended for cleaning floors (including wood floors) and walls, and we recommend the following dosage:

• Dirty surfaces: dilute approximately 75mL of Floor Detergent for every 5 liters of water;
• Very dirty surfaces: dilute approximately 100ml of Floor Detergent for every 5 liters of water.

4. Dry the surface at the end of cleaning

After you finish cleaning the floor, make sure the floor is not too wet so that there are no water stains.

Useful tips to improve cleaning with the help of a broom

A broom is an accessory found in every home that makes cleaning quick and efficient with the right tricks:

• It must be in good condition: a worn broom will not have the same ability to clean all the dirt in a short time;
• Always sweep in one direction: this way, you avoid spreading dirt or even going over the same spot more than once;
• Clean with small strokes and pay attention to corners: a longer stroke may leave some debris behind.

Cleaning the floor is a task that, when done correctly with a mop and broom, keeps your home clean and the materials in good condition.

Author: Daniela Matos