I just got a LVT black and white checkerboard floor for the kitchen. The tiles have a textured surface that makes them look more appealing, but also I think it makes them harder to clean- the texture traps dirt. I’ve tried a wet swiffer, the Bona mop with vinyl cleaner (better for a flat and smooth floor), on hands and knees scrubbing with microfiber with Bona cleaner, light soapy water (Dawn) and squeeze sponge mop- a superficial layer of dirt comes off but it feels like the floor stays dirty.

I figure others must have cracked some easier way to attack cleaning this floor so I thought I’d ask here. What gives? I’ve heard a warm vinegar and water solution (let it sit?), is there a tool that helps? A different mop? I used that sponge one that you squeeze and the Bona mop…any thoughts?