LVT flooring is renowned for its ease of cleaning, practicality, and durability. It’s the ideal floor for family homes where spills and stains can occur frequently. Whilst all our luxury vinyl floors are built to last, to get the most out of your new floor and keep it spick and span, you will need to give it some TLC.

Here’s a quick list of how to clean LVT flooring and how to protect them. Followed by some useful LVT tips we’ve gathered from decades of experience.

Do’s

Sweep or vacuum regularly
Once a week, wipe your floor with a specifically designed cleaner
Put doormats and rugs by doors
Wear soft soled shoes
Lift furniture to move it – even with soft pads, grit can scratch
Keep pets’ nails trimmed

Don’ts

Use a steam cleaner
Use a wet mop
Use bleach-based products
Use abrasive materials such as scouring pads
Use soap-based products
Use furniture polish
Wear high heels
Leave puddles to soak in

How do I maintain my LVT flooring?

Cleaning your LVT floors on a regular basis is essential to maintaining their appearance, as well as their performance. The frequency at which you will need to clean will depend on several factors, including what type of household traffic you have and if the floor is used for commercial purposes.

If you do live in a busy home, you should sweep or vacuum daily to remove dust and grit that can cause scratches. Any spills need to be wiped up immediately to avoid more difficult-to-remove stains. And as mentioned earlier, LVT floors should be lightly mopped every week with a specially designed cleaner.

  • Doormats are useful for picking up moisture as well as grit before it gets to the floor. A must-have for any home.
  • When vacuuming and sweeping, pay extra attention to bevelled edges – these can pick up dust.
  • Soap-based products leave an unwanted film which can dull the surface of your floor over time. Instead, use warm water with proper floor cleaner.
  • Sweeping with the grain will leave less dirt on textured tiles.

Cleaning LVT flooring

A step by step guide to help remove stains from your LVT flooring

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The key is to clean a spot as soon as the accident happens, never use harsh chemicals or solvents that contain ammonia or acids, which will deteriorate the surface finish.

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Use a damp cloth with hot water and a specially designed mild cleaner to gently blot up any liquid spill or stain. Never scrub the floor vigorously, instead softly dab the stain with your damp cloth.

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Never use a wet mop to wipe the stain as excessive amounts of water can damage your floor. Before applying any type of cleaning agent – always read the label to ensure it is suitable for luxury vinyl.

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After you have cleaned the stain, wait until the floor is completely dry until you walk on it again.

Aftercare

Nothing compares to the beauty of a newly laid floor, and the right aftercare is essential to keeping it that way. To protect your investment, we recommend the Invictus Floor Mat, designed to shield your flooring from dirt, moisture, and everyday wear. By placing it at key entrances, you’ll reduce the risk of scratches and scuffs, helping your floor retain its flawless appearance for years to come. This simple but effective addition acts as the first line of defence, ensuring your floor continues to look its best.

For ongoing care, we’ve chosen the Invictus PU Cleaner, a trusted product that delivers powerful cleaning while being gentle on your floor’s surface. Specially formulated for luxury vinyl, it removes dirt and grime without leaving behind streaks or residue, keeping your floor fresh and vibrant. Easy to use and highly effective, it’s perfect for regular maintenance—balancing performance with affordability. Together, these aftercare products make it simple to preserve the elegance and longevity of your flooring with minimal effort.

Refinishing Vinyl Flooring

Luxury Vinyl flooring is pretty hardy, but regular use over the years will wear away the top layer and cause a build-up of cleaner and polish. As a rough guide, most vinyl floors should be refinished every 6-12 months.

Have a good look at your vinyl flooring, if you can see light scratches and a faded finish, then it’s time to take off the old finish and apply a new layer of floor sealer. Remember that the surface of vinyl flooring is not wood, so it doesn’t need to be sanded down.

View our full range of vinyl aftercare products to help keep your vinyl flooring looking it’s best for years to come.

Stripping the Old Finish

A step by step guide to help strip the old LVT flooring finish

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Mix floor stripper and cold water in a bucket. Apply the floor stripper to an area of the room – tackle it in manageable chunks of a few square metres at a time.

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As the finish is stripped away the floor will become very wet and slippery, so be careful.

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Use a mop to clear away the stripper.

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If there is a heavy build up, this process may need to be repeated. Once the stripper is mopped up, leave the floor to dry.

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Now vacuum the vinyl to pick up any dust and debris, make sure the floor is thoroughly cleaned, anything on the surface when you reapply the coating will get sealed into the vinyl tiles.

Apply the new finish

A step by step guide to apply a new LVT flooring finish

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Apply the vinyl floor finisher to the floor and apply with a pad or mop, wiping across the grain.

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Allow the first coat to dry for 30 minutes.

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Now reapply the second coat, wiping along the grain. Two thin layers should be enough, and both layers should be evenly spread.

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Let the final coat dry for at least 6-12 hours.

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Congratulations, you have now refinished your vinyl floor!

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