Clean the floor with Kirby
Keeping your floors clean can be difficult, but the Kirby Multi-Surface Shampoo System is ideal for cleaning hardwood, linoleum, tile, and more.
The importance of having clean floors
A house is only a home when it’s filled with love, but how can anyone love a house with dirty floors? Using a traditional broom and dustpan to keep hard floors clean just isn’t enough. That’s where Kirby comes in. When you’re proud of your home, you avoid dirty floors at all costs. And with Kirby, you’ll have the peace of mind knowing you’ve removed the messes other cleaning systems leave behind.
How does dirt get into my house?
With almost every step you take outdoors, dirt and grime stick to the soles of your feet. When you return indoors, this dirt is often released onto the floor, carpet, and steps. The situation is much worse for those who don’t remove their shoes immediately. The first line of defense against dirt entering the home is often a strategically placed dirt-trapping doormat at the entrance. These mats can be easily vacuumed or shaken out to remove any trapped dirt. Even in homes with carpeting in the entryway, dirt and grime are likely being brought in daily!
The different types of dirt
Now that we understand how dirt gets into your home, it’s important to understand that not all dirt is the same. Dirt can often be divided into “dry” dirt and “wet” dirt. This is an important difference to understand in order to know exactly how to remove both types of dirt.
How “dry” dirt affects your home
Dry dirt makes up the majority of the debris found on floors. Dirt, hair, sand, food crumbs, and other solid particles often remain on the floor’s surface. This dry dirt can not only make your home look messy, but in the worst cases, harder dry dirt, such as sand or small stones, can scratch or scuff your floors, permanently ruining your property. Fortunately, this type of dirt is easily removed by vacuuming with the Kirby or one of its many attachments. Additionally, dirt removed from floors, steps, and other surfaces is trapped in the Kirby’s disposable filter bag, making dirt removal a breeze.
How “wet” dirt affects your home
Unlike “dry” dirt, “wet” dirt is difficult to remove, such as mud, sticky food, and grime residue. This type of dirt typically starts out damp but dries out over time. When “wet” dirt dries on the floor, it usually can’t be removed by vacuuming alone. This is where Kirby’s popular multi-surface shampoo system shines.
How to mop the floor with Kirby
Cleaning hard floors can be a chore, but it can make a big difference in the cleanliness of your home. To start, remove all “dry” dirt from your floor surface by vacuuming it with your Kirby. This will pick up any loose debris, such as dirt, hair, food crumbs, and other small solids. Once you’re done vacuuming, remove the power nozzle and install the Kirby Multi-Surface Shampoo System with the specialized hard floor brushroll. Spray Kirby Hard Floor Cleaner onto the floor surface or dilute Kirby Hard Floor Cleaner Concentrate using the Multi-Surface Shampoo System tank. Scrub your hard floors in small sections and let them air dry when you’re finished. Remove the front tray of the Multi-Surface Shampoo System and rinse it with warm water to remove emulsified dirt, grime, and cleaning solution from the floor.
How often should I mop?
This question will vary from home to home, but it’s a good idea to mop your floors regularly to ensure your home is always clean and fresh. The best practice is to vacuum once a week for everyone living in your home. So, if your home has four people living in it, it’s a good idea to vacuum up to four times a week. Then, once a month, complete your vacuuming routine and take some time to mop your hard floors. This suggested monthly cleaning session will remove any hard-to-remove dirt and grime stuck to your floors. If you follow a similar cleaning routine, your home will stay clean and tidy, and your hard floors will be protected for many years to come.
Should I buy a hard floor vacuum and cleaner or the Kirby system?
While you have the option to purchase a vacuum and hard floor cleaning products separately, having both cleaning systems can be expensive and take up a lot of closet space. That’s why for over 100 years, people around the world have trusted Kirby to clean their entire homes. Kirby isn’t just a vacuum. It’s a whole-home system that can shampoo carpets, scrub hard floors, polish wood, and scrub tile and grout. Don’t waste your time and money on multiple machines by purchasing a Kirby; it’s a machine with a lot of cleaning power.
Hard floor cleaning made easy
Keeping your hard floors clean is essential for maintaining a tidy home. The best way to keep your hard floors spotless is to vacuum regularly and then mop with Kirby. So stop cleaning your floors by hand and take pride in your home’s cleanliness with one of the most trusted brands in cleaning. Get Kirby with the Multi-Surface Shampoo System and deep clean your entire home with ease.