Real Pictures from Real Customers
When it comes to your Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) and engineered flooring, "standard" cleaning often isn't enough to tackle the dirt that settles into the micro-textures of the grain. At Elevation Restoration, we specialize in bringing these surfaces back to life. We handle these specific floor types every single day, meaning we understand the delicate balance required to remove stubborn grime without compromising the factory seal or the integrity of the planks.
Regular professional cleaning isn't just about the immediate shine; it’s about protection and longevity. Household mops often leave behind a sticky residue that actually attracts more dirt over time, leading to a dull, hazy finish. By choosing a team with our level of experience, you’re ensuring that your floors are treated with the correct pH-neutral solutions and professional-grade extraction tools. We don’t just clean; we restore the clarity and beauty of your home’s foundation.
Why Your LVP Looks Dull (And How We Fix It)
Luxury Vinyl Plank and engineered floors are designed to be low-maintenance, but they aren't "no-maintenance." The biggest threat to your floor’s appearance isn't usually foot traffic—it’s the products being used to clean them. We often see homeowners and maid services reaching for over-the-counter cleaners that are either highly alkaline or too acidic. Both of these extremes are aggressive enough to chemically etch the surface, leading to a permanent loss of clarity and a prematurely aged look.
The most common culprit we see is the use of "shine-enhancing" products like Mop & Glow or other acrylic-based waxes. While these look great for the first hour, they create a nightmare over time. Because these floors have a non-porous factory finish, these store-bought waxes can’t "soak in." Instead, they sit on top, building up in brittle layers that eventually peel, flake, and turn a muddy gray. This trapped dirt makes the floor look filthy no matter how much you scrub.
The Restoration Process: Stripping vs. Coating
Many people assume that when a floor looks this bad, it needs to be replaced or "refinished" with a new topcoat. That is rarely the case. In fact, adding a new coat of shine often makes the problem worse.
- The Original Sheen: Most LVP and engineered floors have a beautiful natural luster straight from the factory. This original finish is almost always clearer and more durable than any aftermarket acrylic coating.
- Our Solution: We specialize in chemical stripping and restoration. We carefully remove those failing layers of Mop & Glow and store-bought wax, getting past the gray film and down to the pristine original surface.
- Professional Extraction: Once the old product is stripped away, we use professional-grade extraction to ensure every bit of soapy residue is gone, leaving you with the clean, vibrant floor you originally paid for.
ELEVATE YOUR FLOORS WITH EXPERIENCED PROS
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Why Trust Elevation Restoration with Your Modern Flooring?
At Elevation Restoration, we aren’t just following a trend; we are floor restoration experts with over 30 years of hands-on experience. While Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) and engineered floors have recently become the most popular choice for homes in Asheville, we have been studying the science of floor finishes since long before these products hit the mainstream.
We see these floors every single day. Because we clean LVP and engineered wood every week—and often every day—we have seen firsthand what happens when they are treated like "invincible" plastic. We know that the "dullness" homeowners complain about isn't usually wear and tear; it’s a chemical battle happening on the surface of your floor.
Real Results from Real Homes
We don't believe in using stock photos or "perfect" manufacturer catalog images. Every photo you see on this page is a real picture from a real customer. These are floors that were once covered in "Mop & Glow" buildup, streaky residue from grocery store cleaners, or gray, peeling acrylics left behind by standard maid services.
The Elevation Difference:
- Deep Industry Roots: We bring three decades of restoration science to every job, ensuring we use the correct pH-neutral solutions that won't etch your finish.
- Specialized Stripping: Unlike general cleaners who just add more "shine" (which leads to more buildup), we specialize in safely stripping away old, failing waxes to reveal the beautiful, original factory sheen underneath.
- Daily Expertise: We understand the specific grain textures of LVP and the sensitive veneers of engineered wood. We use professional-grade extraction tools that pull dirt out of the micro-grooves where mops just push it around.
Your floors are an investment in your home. Don’t trust them to someone who "also cleans floors"—trust them to a team that has spent 30 years perfecting the art of restoration.
