You also shouldn’t use the vacuum with the filter removed, as this allows dust, pet dander, and other particles to clog the motor and escape into the air.. We always recommend washing filters outdoors if possible.

A microfibre mop is a better choice than a string mop, as string holds a lot more water.. Mop from the furthest point towards your exit door to save you walking over wet floors.If you’ve got plank-style vinyl, mop with the grain for the best results..

Avoid using a steam mop.The heat and excess moisture produced by steam cleaners aren’t a good mix for vinyl floors..Step 3.5: Rinse (Optional).

While this isn’t an essential step, we strongly recommend rinsing to keep your floor in good condition – especially if you’ve used anything other than pure water.. Rinsing with cool water helps to remove residue left behind by cleaning products.Residue can leave floors looking dull and feeling sticky.

If you want to rinse your floors, use a second clean mop so there’s no risk of any cleaning solution getting back onto the floor..

If you’ve rinsed and your floor still feels sticky, try adding a small amount of distilled white vinegar to the water when rinsing..Cleaning Performance Rating: 4/5.

As you would expect from a premium cordless stick vacuum cleaner, the Tineco S12 provides excellent all-round cleaning performance.It also has Tineco’s iLoop system, which is an automatic suction mode that adjusts the power while you’re vacuuming, making this a smart vacuum cleaner..

There are a couple of interesting differences between the Tineco S12 and the.in regards to how the vacuum adjusts suction power though..