Install vinyl flooring yourself

It depends on the surface of the floor. There are smooth and grained surfaces.

Correct, the finishing layer, i.e. the surface seal, is decisive.

The more wood grain appearance, the harder it is to wipe.

That’s precisely where the quality of the vinyl flooring and especially the aforementioned surface seal are crucial. Compare a cheap vinyl floor with a grain or textured surface to a high-quality floor. When you run your hand over it, there is a noticeable difference. And it is certainly advisable to use a recommended cleaner from the respective manufacturer.

I use a vinyl floor cleaner because it was highly recommended to us after the complaint.

And what kind is it?

I can't fully agree with Sigi now. It depends on the surface of the floor. There are smooth and patterned surfaces. The more wood grain effect, the harder it is to wipe.
For this reason, we have now bought a vacuum mop. In the long run, cleaning vinyl in the conventional way was too tiring for me.
I recommend trying samples.

What is a vacuum mop? Can you write what kind you have?

Best regards
Sabine

It is the Philips Aqua Trio. More information can be found in the thread about vacuum robots.

Isn't it too wet for the floor with this vacuum mop?

Best regards
Sabine

No, it remains a very thin film that dries quickly. It's like wiping while damp with mist.