Rainy days might be good for the garden and a Netflix binge, but your floors? Not so much. Wet umbrellas dumped just about anywhere, plus muddy footprints tracked through the house, don’t exactly scream cosy day in. If you’re not careful it won’t take long for your spotless floors to start looking like a bushwalk track. The good news? With a solid plan, rolled-up sleeves and a little mud-busting know-how, you can fight back, no matter what kind of floor you’re dealing with.

Let’s start with the basics: prevention is your best mate. A sturdy doormat inside and outside the door makes a massive difference, even if one’s kicked out of the way, you’ve still got the other for back-up! Bonus points if it’s the “wipe your paws” kind of doormat with a bit of cheek. While you’re at it, set up a designated shoe zone—whether it’s a basket by the door or a boot tray that catches the grime, these simple shoe storage ideas work surprisingly well. And it rapidly reduces the likelihood of someone falling over a wet pile of shoes in the living room, not speaking from experience…or anything. After all, the less mud that enters, the less you’ll need to chase it down later.

On tiled or hard floors (think timber, vinyl, laminate), mud tends to dry out and cling to the surface like it pays rent. The trick is not to mop it too soon. Let it dry, then sweep or vacuum first to avoid smearing it into a gritty mess. Once you’ve cleared the crusty bits, go in with warm water and a splash of gentle floor cleaner for that sparkle. For high-traffic areas, follow up with a quick once-over using a microfibre mop to bring back that new floor gleam.

Carpeted floors? That’s where things get juicy. Mud + fibres usually equal heartbreak, but luckily, you’re talking to the experts here, and we’ve got a thing or two up our sleeve. Blot up as much moisture as you can (remember blot, don’t rub, or you’ll just give the mud a tour of your living room). Once it’s dry, vacuum up loose debris, then hit the area with Britex Spot ‘n’ Stain to lift any heavy hitting residue.

Still seeing marks? Time to call in the cavalry. The Britex 3in1 Deep Cleaning Machine is your best bet for getting right into the fibres and pulling out every last trace of that unwelcome visitor. Check out your nearest hire location by clicking here.

Got pets? Muddy paws are adorable… until they’re all over your lounge. Keep a towel near the door and give those feet a quick wipe before they dash through the house. If the lounge has copped it already, a quick spritz of Britex Odour Blaster to banish wet dog smell, followed by a targeted clean with Britex Spot ‘n’ Stain will have things back to fresh in no time.