How Do You Remove Yellowing On Vinyl Floors?
Vinyl floors become yellowed for a variety of reasons, but you need to know the cause to correct the problem. In some cases, commercial products or a household staple such as baking soda will do the job. In other cases, you need to live with the discoloration or replace the entire floor. Here are some tips on understanding the causes of yellowing and removing it when possible. Grab baking soda to treat yellow marks made by rubber on your vinyl floor. (This often happens due to no-slip backings on area rugs and mats.) First, make a paste of baking soda and water. Next, sponge it on the marks and let it sit for six to eight hours. Then scrub it off with a sponge, wipe the floor down with clean water and dry it with a towel. Prepare for some elbow work if the yellowing is caused by wax buildup or dirt trapped under the wax coating. Use a commercial stripper such as Armstrong’s New Beginning Floor Stripper & Cleaner. Wear rubber gloves, and apply the stripper according to the manufacturer’