How to remove rust from linoleum

Linoleum itself is an extremely unpretentious floor covering that tolerates both dry and wet cleaning. No wonder it is so popular in our country. But sometimes difficult to remove stains of various types form on its surface. The correct method for cleaning linoleum should be chosen based on what kind of contamination it is. In this article we will take a closer look at how to remove rust from linoleum without damaging the coating.

How to get rid of rust on linoleum

Rust leaves red or tan stains on the floor that cannot be washed off with regular cleaning products. Despite this, cleaning the flooring is not difficult. And this can be done both using folk methods and using purchased products. Cleaning stains on linoleum is not that difficult.

Traditional methods

Such methods are convenient because they are safer, and any housewife will most likely have cleaning agents at home.

1. The easiest and safest way to remove a stain is to sprinkle it with citric acid and then rinse with water.
2. Another option is to dissolve a teaspoon of salt and citric acid in a glass of water and treat the floor with this solution.
3. You can use lemon. To do this, you need to generously moisten a rag with lemon juice and wipe off the rust.To achieve the best effect, it is recommended to carry out the procedure several times, and leave the rag with lemon juice on the linoleum for a while.
4. A solution of acetic acid works well, in proportions of 1 tablespoon per glass of water. To achieve a good effect, immediately after acetic acid, it is necessary to wipe the rust with ammonia.
5. Kerosene helps to cope with various types of contaminants and will also clean rust. To do this, pour kerosene directly onto the stain and leave for half an hour.
6. Sometimes baking soda helps to deal with a red stain. You need to rub the stain thoroughly with it and rinse with water.
7. Oddly enough, soda can help deal with a rust stain. It is only important that it contains orthophosphoric acid (for example, Coca-Cola, Fanta and others are suitable). It is convenient to apply soda to the stain using a spray bottle, but you can also simply dampen a rag.

Important! Methods can be combined with each other to achieve better results.

Special means

Special products that can be bought at a hardware store also work well to remove rust from linoleum. For example:

1. Sanox.
2. Various rust removers for cleaning sinks and toilets.
3. Sif cream.
4. Various bleaches, for example, Whiteness (diluted with water 1 to 10).

It is best to use these products with caution. Firstly, interact with household chemicals only with rubber gloves. Secondly, it is better to first check on some inconspicuous area of ​​linoleum how it will react to the product. And thirdly, after cleaning, properly ventilate the room.

How not to treat linoleum

Not recommended for cleaning:

1. Abrasive materials.
2. Products with a strong alkaline reaction.
3. Aggressive disinfectants.
4. Very hot water.

Important! These products can damage the surface of the linoleum, make it dull or change color.

To prevent dirt from accumulating on the linoleum, forming stains that are difficult to remove, it is recommended to do wet cleaning daily. Warm water, at a temperature of approximately 35 degrees, is suitable for this. You can add laundry soap or a special product to the water for washing the floor. Please note that the packaging of this flooring product indicates whether it is suitable for linoleum flooring.

To protect the top layer of linoleum, it is better to use polish. As a result of these actions, a protective layer is formed on the surface. To give a beautiful shine, it is recommended to rub the linoleum coating with linseed oil or drying oil once a month. This will also protect against cracks.