Category: Timber & Hardfloor Care

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Choosing an Indoor Broom

You would think people wouldn’t be google this? But with so many options it can become a very confusing world. With this in mind, we came up with the below list to help identify which broom will best suit you.

Premium Angle Broom – 330mm
This broom features flagged ends to collect even the finest dirt and dust particles for a thorough sweep. With medium stiff bristles, this is suitable for both indoor and outdoor use.

Medium Duty Broom with Bumpers – 300mm
Rubber bumpers for extra protection while sweeping, and soft flagged end bristles for a thorough sweep.

Premium Indoor Broom – 450mm
This broom also has soft flagged bristles, and it is extra wide (45cm) which is ideal for large areas. It also has a metal handle for durability.

Skirting Board Broom – 300mm
Soft bristles with flagged ends to collect even the finest dirt & dust particles. The flared sides allow for easy removal of dirt and dust on skirting boards.

Polished Floor Board Broom – 300mm
Includes a blend of find synthetic fibres with flagged ends and natural fibres. Specially designed for sweeping polished floors – the broom also has rubber bumpers which protect walls and skirting boards.

Xtra Sweep Broom – 300mm
X-bristles for a better sweep, with flagged ends collect even the finest dirt and dust particles.

Jiffy Indoor Broom – 250mm
Thin soft bristles with flagged ends – which help to collect fine dirt and dust, as well as afford greater control.

Space Saver Premium Broom
We think the name says it all; it will save space for those who don’t have enough storage.
It also features premium natural fibres to protect the floor and pick up fine dirt and dust, and rubber bumpers – to protect walls, skirting boards and furniture.

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Dust & Allergy Free Floors & Surfaces

Don’t just spread dust, fight it, with Sabco’s range of dust grabing microfibre

1. Avoid dust build up on your floors and surfaces by getting into a regular dusting routine. Firstly, dust all shelves and surfaces with our microifibre dusting range, then use the dry pad from our microfibre mop range such as: SuperSwish Duo, XL Total, SuperSwish Xtra or the 2 Sided Microfibre Flat Mop with their unbeatable microfibres to pick-up dust. For surface dusting, we have a wide range of quality microfibre products to suit your needs. Regular dusting removes even the finest dust and dirt particles that can damage your surfaces. You would be amazed at how much dust they pick up, even on a daily basis.

2. Dust / wipe down furniture in the house weekly and vacuum carpets to remove excess fluff.

3. Don’t forget to change the dusty filters for your air conditioner.

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Best Tile Floor Cleaning Tips

Tiles are one of the most hygienic and easily maintained surfaces that you can imagine. Weekly maintenance is all you usually need to keep them looking clean.

1. First, vacuum or sweep the area to remove large debris, particles and hairs from the floors. Apart from making mopping easier, removing larger particles will protect your tiles from becoming scratched.

2. Mop using a solution of warm water with a drop or two of vinegar or disinfectant. Be sure not to use too much water and ‘flood’ the tiles. This will take floors longer to dry and can weaken grout over time. A nicely damp mop will easily lift the dirt from the surface of the tiles. The Sabco Lightning Mop (sponge mop) is a great product for general tile cleaning but if your tiles have a highly polished finish (such as porcelain) a Sabco Microfibre flat mop like the SuperSwish Xtra or SuperSwish Duo would be most suitable to achieve a streak-free finish. Microfibre flat mops are also great because there is no need for chemical cleaners, they work effectively with just water! 

3. Tile flooring around wet areas, like showers and bathrooms often gather a build-up body oils, soap and dirt. When it’s too tough to mop, use a good all-purpose cleaner and a scrubbing brush. Always rinse away any cleaning product residue as it can be slippery and cause streaks.

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How To Clean Your Timber Floors

Tips for keeping your timber floors beautiful for years to come.

Everyone thinks timber floors are a delicate and hard to maintain surface, but with the right tools and these simple rules they will maintain their beautiful lustre and charm for years to come.

1. Sabco’s famous microfibre mop range: As far as we are concerned microfibre is the only way to care for timber floors. Our microfibre range includes more traditional shape strip mops such as the Wonder mop or Australian favourites flat mops such as the SuperSwish Xtra, XL Total or SuperSwish Duo that offer complete wet and dry cleaning for the ultimate hardwood floor care.

2. You don’t need to use much water! Always ensure your mop is well wrung out and only damp when cleaning timber floors. Heavily wet mops cause water damage to floorboards causing them to separate or crack over time. A warm, lightly damp mop will ensure you floors dry quickly for beautiful streak-free results.

3. To clean high traffic corridors or brighten dull areas, it’s a good idea to use a product that is specifically recommended for timber and hardwood floors like the Sabco Hardwood Floor Cleaner, which is great for maintaining lustre and shine.

4. Starting at one end of a space, working the mop in an ‘s’ shape motion towards yourself and if using a floor cleaning solution, only spray in the immediate area you are cleaning in and repeat as you move along.

5. Clean up spills quickly! When a spill happens, always wipe them up immediately with a damp All-Purpose Microfibre cloth.

Tip *: To remove heavier scuffs, apply a little baking soda to a wet cloth and gently rub the mark until it disappears.