Carpet Tiles Care Guide

Keeping Your Modular Flooring Pristine

Carpet tiles are a flexible and practical flooring solution, offering the warmth of carpet with the convenience of modular design. Proper care is essential not only to keep them looking clean and vibrant but also to prolong their lifespan and ensure easy replacement of individual tiles if needed. This guide will walk you through the best practices for maintaining your carpet tiles.

Core Care & Maintenance

Daily & Weekly Cleaning

Regular maintenance is key to preventing dirt and dust from becoming embedded in the fibres.

What to use: A vacuum cleaner with a strong suction and a beater bar (if suitable for low-pile carpets). For very delicate tiles, a suction-only vacuum or a floor sweeper is best.
What to avoid: Vacuums with overly aggressive beater bars that can pull at the carpet fibres.
Why it’s important: Vacuuming at least once a week removes loose dirt, dust, and allergens, preventing them from being ground deep into the carpet fibres where they are harder to remove.

Deep Cleaning

For a more thorough clean, periodic deep cleaning is recommended.

What to use: A carpet extractor or steam cleaner (if recommended by the manufacturer), or a professional carpet cleaning service. Spot cleaning can be done with a mild carpet shampoo and a soft brush.
What to avoid: Saturating the tiles with water, as this can damage the backing and the adhesive. Using harsh chemical cleaners that can discolour the tiles.
Why it’s important: Deep cleaning removes embedded dirt and stains, revitalising the carpet and improving air quality. It’s best to dry tiles completely before allowing foot traffic to prevent mould or mildew growth.

Preventive Measures

Protecting your carpet tiles from damage and excessive wear will save you time and money in the long run.

Doormats: Place mats at all entrances to trap dirt and moisture from shoes before they reach the carpet.
Furniture: Use furniture sliders or coasters under the legs of heavy furniture to prevent indentations and make it easier to move furniture for cleaning.
Rotation: If a specific area is getting more foot traffic, you can rotate the tiles from that area with those from a less-used part of the room to ensure even wear.
Spills: Act immediately on spills. Blot with a clean, dry cloth rather than rubbing, which can spread the stain.

Troubleshooting & Stain Removal

The beauty of carpet tiles is that if a stain cannot be removed, the individual tile can be replaced. However, it’s always best to try and remove the stain first.

General Stains (Food, Drink, Mud)

Method: Blot the spill immediately with a clean, white cloth to absorb as much liquid as possible. Use a mild carpet stain remover or a mixture of warm water and a small amount of carpet shampoo. Apply the solution to a clean cloth and dab the stain. Rinse by blotting with a clean cloth and fresh water.
What to avoid: Rubbing the stain aggressively. This can damage the fibres and embed the stain deeper.

Grease & Oil-Based Stains

Method: Scrape up any solid residue with a blunt knife. Apply a small amount of a dry-solvent spot remover to a clean cloth and dab the stain. Continue dabbing with fresh parts of the cloth until the stain is gone.
What to avoid: Using water on a grease stain, which can cause it to set.

Replacing a Tile

If a tile is irreparably damaged or stained, the modular design allows for a simple replacement:

Method: Use a utility knife to carefully cut the backing of the damaged tile, taking care not to cut the subfloor. Gently peel the tile away from the floor. Scrape any remaining adhesive, then lay a new tile in its place, ensuring it aligns perfectly with the surrounding tiles. Use a recommended adhesive if necessary to secure the new tile in place.