How to Remove Marks Left by a Sweeper

Many people use a broom to keep their vinyl or hardwood flooring clean and looking its best. However, it is not uncommon for homeowners to use a vacuum to clean their vinyl and hardwood flooring. Using a vacuum is typically faster and involves less work than using a broom. Unfortunately, vacuums can leave black marks on vinyl and hardwood floors. These marks are typically called scuff marks and can be removed the same way as you would remove marks left by shoes.

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  Rub the marks vigorously with a dry paper towel in a back-and-forth motion. If the marks are still visible, continue to step 2.

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  Use a pencil eraser to rub the scuff marks in a back-and-forth motion. Wipe the residue off the floor with a damp cloth. If the sweeper marks are still present, continue to step 3.

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  Apply water-displacing spray to a cloth. Rub the sweeper marks with the cloth. When the cloth becomes dry, spray more on the cloth and continue scrubbing until the marks are removed. If the marks are still visible, continue to step 4.

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  Cut an X into a clean tennis ball, using a utility knife. Push a broom handle into the X and scrub the marks with the tennis ball. Keep the broom-handled tennis ball for future use.