Holi celebrations often leave homes full of colour, joy, and unfortunately, wet and sticky floors. Water, gulal, sweets, and constant movement around the house can make floors slippery and dull if not cleaned properly. The key to post-Holi floor cleaning is acting quickly and using the right method.
With a few simple steps and reliable cleaning tools, you can restore your floors and bring back the fresh feel of your home.
Remove Loose Colour and Water First
Start by ventilating the house so floors dry faster. Before mopping, gently sweep the floor to remove dry gulal and dust. Using a dust trapping broom like the Gala No Dust Broom helps collect fine colour particles without spreading them around the room.
This step prevents colour residue from turning into muddy streaks during mopping.
Mop with Controlled Moisture
Once loose dirt is removed, move on to mopping. Always use clean water for the first round to lift sticky residue instead of spreading it. Avoid soaking the floor, as excess water can make surfaces slippery and leave marks.
A microfiber mop such as the Gala Easy Twist Mop Microfiber works well for this stage, as it cleans effectively while controlling water. For larger areas or heavily soiled floors, the Gala Turbo Spin Mop helps wring out excess water, allowing even cleaning without leaving streaks behind.
If the floor still feels sticky, change the water and repeat the mop rather than reusing dirty water.
Allow Floors to Dry Completely
After mopping, let the floors dry fully before placing rugs or walking barefoot. Proper drying prevents water stains and keeps floors from feeling slippery.
Bring Back Clean Floors After Holi
Cleaning wet and sticky floors after Holi does not need harsh scrubbing or repeated effort. By sweeping first, mopping with clean water, and using the right Gala cleaning tools, you can remove residue and restore your floors easily.
With the right approach, your home can move from a post-Holi mess back to everyday comfort in no time.