Ambiance luxury vinyl tiles are a popular flooring choice for homes, retail, and commercial properties. While Ambiance does require minimal maintenance, there are some tips you should follow to ensure your floor continues to look great and will last for years to come. We cover some tips for caring for Ambiance luxury vinyl tiles.
What are Ambiance luxury vinyl tiles?
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Ambiance is a luxury vinyl tiles (LVT) brand offering a range of high-quality designer flooring choices. Available for both domestic and commercial properties, Ambiance has a wide range of natural flooring designs across all its LVT ranges.
Many commercial, retail, and residential properties choose Ambiance LVT due to the high-quality and luxurious designs available. The extensive range can easily be matched with many different types of fixtures and fittings.
People who want to benefit from a natural flooring design are often put off by the high cost of natural products. However, Ambiance provides a high-quality alternative at a fraction of the cost.
Not only does Ambiance LVT have luxurious and versatile designs, but there are several other benefits. The hard-wearing nature makes it an ideal choice for areas that need durable flooring. Combined with low maintenance, Ambiance is a top flooring choice for many interior spaces.
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Why chose Ambiance luxury vinyl tiles?
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One of the biggest reasons why people opt for the luxury style of Ambiance LVT is that it perfectly recreates beautiful natural products. However, there are many other reasons why you should choose Ambiance luxury vinyl tiles, including:
- Durable and long-lasting.
- Compatible with underfloor heating.
- Low maintenance and can be easily cleaned.
- Comfortable underfoot due to the soft and pliant materials.
- Pet and child-friendly.
- Waterproof to help protect against spillages.
- A range of natural designs that brilliantly recreate the look of natural floors.
- A wide colour choice to suit your interior design needs.
How to care for Ambiance luxury vinyl tiles?
Another reason people choose Ambiance LVT is its easy maintenance. This is especially true when compared to the maintenance involved in natural flooring. Ambiance LVT allows you to benefit from natural-looking flooring with minimal maintenance.
Here are some tips for ensuring the proper care and maintenance of your Ambiance luxury vinyl tiles:
Regularly clean
Our first tip for caring for Ambiance LVT is standard and is the same for any floor. That is, ensuring you regularly clean your floor. Sweep, mop and dry vacuum regularly to ensure you remove all debris and dirt that is likely to cause damage to your floor.
Once a week should be sufficient for vacuuming and mopping to ensure your Ambiance flooring stays in good condition. For vacuum cleaners, always ensure you use the hardwood floor brush. If sweeping, use a soft bristle brush. Mopping should be done with a soft mop, water and light detergent. Avoid using excessive water.
Avoid steam mops
Steam mops are a method some people use for deep cleaning a floor. While they are supposed to kill bacteria and other pathogens on your floor, they are not suited to every floor. You should avoid using steam mops entirely on your Ambiance flooring.
That’s because the high temperatures and excess moisture are unsuitable for luxury vinyl. This can result in heat or water damage that will permanently spoil your luxurious flooring design.
Use a diluted cleaner
An alternative method you can use for disinfecting and cleaning your Ambiance floor is a diluted cleaner. Unlike steam mops, most diluted cleaners will be suitable for use on Ambiance floors. However, always remember to check the label beforehand to ensure its suitability.
Always make sure you follow the instructions for properly diluting the cleaning solution. This will help to prevent any damage. Also, use a damp cloth or sponge that is not abrasive. Abrasive cleaning clothes or sponges can cause scratches. Avoid using excessive water when cleaning too.
Wipe up spillages
Another tip for caring for your Ambiance flooring is to ensure you wipe up any spillages as quickly as possible. Whether this is water or wine, wiping up spillages as quickly as possible prevents lasting stains or water damage.
While luxury vinyl is water resistant, it is not waterproof. This means excessive moisture can permanently damage the tiles. The same with other liquids that stain. While LVT does have top protective layers, acidic solutions can still leave an unsightly stain that is difficult (sometimes impossible to remove).
Treating stains
If you are unfortunate to not catch a spillage in time and it does leave a stain, you may be able to treat the affected area. In this situation, make sure to use a clean, odourless mineral spirit that can help treat stubborn stains. This should be used with a firm nylon sponge (non-abrasive).
Remember to always test a cleaning solution on a hidden or inconspicuous area. This will allow you to see how effective (or damaging) the cleaner is. As before, make sure you follow the instructions and that the cleaner is suitable for LVT.
Avoid contact with dark rubber products
You may be surprised to find that using dark rubber products on your Ambiance LVT can cause damage. Using items like rubber mats can result in streaks that can be difficult to remove. The friction from the movement of floor mats can also lead to untreatable scratching and scruffs.
Protect against continual direct sunlight
Our final tip for caring for your Ambiance LVT is to ensure you protect the floor against continual direct sunlight. That’s because exposure to continually direct sunlight can cause the colour and pattern to fade. This happens gradually over time.
Therefore, it’s recommended you take measures to prevent continual direct sunlight. One way you can minimise this is by using a rug or rearranging your furniture. Window coverings, such as blinds or film, can also help. There are also low-emissivity glass windows that reduce UV and IR light.
By effectively maintaining your LVT floor, you can ensure it continues to look aesthetically pleasing and lasts for many years to come. If you considering choosing Ambiance LVT for your floor, E&M Services supply and install the entire range.
Get in touch today to discover how we can help transform your floors with Ambiance