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Keeping your floors clean is important not just for aesthetics but for health reasons too. Dust, dirt, hair and other debris that accumulates on flooring can lead to allergies and illness if left unattended. Vacuuming is an effective way to keep floors hygienic and well-maintained. But how often is enough? Here’s a look at recommended vacuuming frequency for common flooring types.
Carpets
Vacuuming is crucial for carpets, which trap far more dust, dander, pollen and particles than hard floors. The general rule is to vacuum carpets and area rugs at least once a week. However, the following factors can necessitate stepping up the frequency:
- Pets – Homes with cats, dogs or other furry animals need more frequent vacuuming to keep up with shed hair and dander. Aim for at least 3-4 times per week.
- High foot traffic – Heavily used areas like hallways and living rooms may need vacuuming every 2-3 days to clear built-up debris. Check the floors daily and spot clean visibly soiled high traffic zones as needed.
- Allergies/asthma – Households with allergy sufferers should vacuum every 2-3 days to minimize irritating allergens and particles. Use vacuums with advanced filtration systems for best allergy relief.
- Eating areas – Food crumbs and spills lead to staining if allowed to linger. Vacuum dining and playroom carpets daily or immediately after meals/snacks.
- Respiratory illness – During cold and flu season, vacuum more often to prevent the spread of germs that linger on floors.
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Vinyl Floors
Easy-clean vinyl flooring includes luxury vinyl plank (LVP), luxury vinyl tile (LVT) and sheet vinyl. Just like carpets, these floors need regular vacuuming although generally less frequently – about once or twice per week depending on traffic levels. Here are some vinyl floor vacuuming guidelines:
- Vacuum vinyl flooring to remove surface dust, debris and dirt that can scratch the floors if walked over. Use soft brush roll attachments rather than beater bars.
- In high traffic kitchens and entryways, vacuum every 2-3 days to prevent visible dirt buildup.
- Clean up spills immediately per the manufacturer’s guidelines to prevent staining and water damage under vinyl planks.
- Baking soda can be lightly sprinkled onto vinyl floors prior to vacuuming for an extra clean boost and static reduction.
- For routine deep cleaning to remove grimy buildup, use the manufacturer’s recommended vinyl floor cleaner and cleaning method. Avoid excessive water.
Laminate Floors
Laminate flooring requires similar vacuuming maintenance to vinyl floors. Aim to vacuum once or twice weekly and also immediately address spills, debris or visible dirt deposits. Here are some extra laminate vacuuming tips:
- Use only soft brush vacuums weekly to remove dust, pet hair and surface debris without scratching laminate boards. Never use vacuums with beater bars on laminate.
- Spot clean tracked-in mud, soil or grime marks using damp (not wet) microfiber mopping to avoid water damage.
- Clean food, liquid or grease spills immediately as directed per the manufacturer’s guidelines (typically involving blotting and gentle cleaner application). Don’t allow moisture to permeate joints.
- Routinely vacuum under movable furniture and in corners/crevices to eliminate debris and allergens.
- Consider occasional damp mopping using the manufacturer’s laminate cleaning guidelines to hygienically remove stuck-on dirt and grime buildup.
As a general rule of thumb, heavier activity requires heavier vacuuming duty. Do a quick daily spot check of your floors, paying special attention to dining spaces, entryways and high traffic pathways. Tackle any visible debris as soon as possible and vacuum thoroughly at least weekly. For homes with kids or pets or allergy issues, make frequent vacuuming a high priority for clean, healthy floors. Adjust as needed based on your own household soil load.