Dark streaks and marks on linoleum, laminate or tiles are an eternal problem that spoils the appearance of even the cleanest hallway. These marks are left not only by rough shoe soles, but also by children’s sandals or training sneakers. The main mistake in this situation is to try to scrape off the stain with a sharp object or use aggressive chemicals that can corrode the protective layer of the coating.
There are proven methods that allow you to return the floor to its original shine in a matter of seconds:
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Regular eraser. The most effective and safest method. It is enough to rub the black stripe with a school eraser, and it will disappear without leaving a trace. It’s best to use the white side of the eraser to avoid adding new spots of color.
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Tennis ball. If the area of contamination is large, the fleecy surface of the ball will come to the rescue. Make a small cut in it, put it on the handle of the mop and walk along the stripes – friction will quickly remove the rubber dust.
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Toothpaste. Apply a small amount of white paste (without gel inserts) to an old brush or microfiber cloth. The soft abrasives in the composition delicately dissolve dirt.
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Baking soda. Mix the powder with a small amount of water until it becomes a thick paste. Apply to the stain, leave for a couple of minutes and wipe with a damp sponge.
In order to black stripes appeared less frequently, it is worth paying attention to the quality of house shoes and using hard-pile rugs at the front door. Regular wet cleaning with the addition of special polishes, it creates an invisible film on the floor surface that prevents the rubber from “adhering” to the coating.
Keeping your home clean often depends on knowing little tricks that save time and effort. Most household contaminants can be cleaned with the help of improvised means, if you act carefully and in a timely manner. Proper care of the floor covering significantly extends its service life and preserves the aesthetic appearance of the interior.
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