Are you looking for a better alternative for your linoleum floors? looking for an affordable option too? Well, Hydrogen peroxide is a sure one for you and we will show you how to clean linoleum floors with hydrogen peroxide.
Hydrogen Peroxide is a chemical compound that is great for cleaning various surfaces like tile, wood, metal, stone, etc. It can be used on countertops, sinks, tubs, showers, toilets.
It is a commonly used compound. It has been in various other products that you may or may not know; toothpaste, mouthwash, hair care products, and many cleaning products.
Let’s look into how to clean linoleum floors with hydrogen peroxide. It is advised that when used to clean, it should be diluted. Also, note that you should never mix it with vinegar to prevent a disastrous reaction. You should also never mix hydrogen peroxide with bleach as it will cause explode.
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How to Clean Linoleum floors with Hydrogen Peroxide
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This is very easy to do and will give your floors a shiny and brighter look. Follow the guidelines below to clean your floor with hydrogen peroxide:
Step One
Prepare the water and hydrogen peroxide mixture. Mix 1 cup of thirty– five percent peroxide with a gallon of water in a bucket.
Step Two
Then, use a microfiber mop, not a natural fiber mop, as it spreads too much water, or a non–abrasive cloth and clean section by section. Use a different rag to dry it immediately after you’re done with an area.
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If it’s a particular spot/affected area you’re trying to clean, use the following method;
One: The mixture should be poured onto the affected area. Let it rest for 15 minutes before cleaning up the excess.
Or: Transfer the peroxide and water mixture into a spray can and spray over the affected area.
Or, for a particularly stubborn stain:
1. Dip paper towels in 3% peroxide and spray as you place over the stain.
2. Continue spraying intermittently to keep them wet.
3. When you have removed the towels, sprinkle baking soda over the stain and clean away the residue.
Apart from regularly cleaning your linoleum floors with hydrogen peroxide, you can also learn to clean grout lines off of your floors.
Grout lines are disgusting to see on one’s floors, so follow the guidelines to clean them off properly. Hydrogen peroxide may not be strong enough on its own; you may need to add some other cleaning agents you surely will recognize as we go.
Step One: Mix one cup of baking soda, half cup of hydrogen peroxide, and two teaspoons of dishwashing soap, and you have gotten yourself a magic potion for removing grout lines.
Step Two: Ensure the floor is thoroughly cleaned and dusted before applying the mixture. You do not want the specks of dirt, debris, and dust particles to get in your way. To clean the dirt in the grout, use a brush to scrub it correctly multiple times.
Step Three: Once the cleaning and dusting are done, it’s time to apply the mixture. Use a teaspoon to be precise and ensure it doesn’t dry up. It must remain wet.
Step Four: For accuracy, use a toothbrush to scrub vigorously down the narrow grout lines.
Step Five: Lastly, Wet–dry vacuum the area.
Additionally, you should know that Hydrogen peroxide, a versatile liquid, can be used for a vast amount of things apart from cleaning, such as: refinishing metal objects; sanitizing kitchen utensils like microwave, blender, slow cooker, refrigerator, coffeemaker, dishwasher, cutting boards, and many more others.
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In conclusion
After reading this, you now know how to clean linoleum floors with hydrogen peroxide, as well as how to remove grout lines from your floors.
Depending on usage patterns, some people prefer to apply hydrogen peroxide every week while others do it twice a year. It doesn’t matter so long as the guideline above is followed.
As was said at the beginning of this, if you don’t like or you’re not a big fan of those chemical-filled cleaners, hydrogen peroxide is the best option for you. It both cleans your floors and also sanitizes them.
