4 Things to Know About Robot Vacuums on Mixed Floors

Robot vacuums work fine on tile and hardwood A dry robot vacuum handles both surfaces without issues. The mopping function is where problems start.

Wet mopping can damage hardwood Mopping pads or water tanks can leave pooling water that warps planks and damages finishes. Tile handles moisture fine, but wood does not.

Skip the mop module on combo units If your robot has a detachable mop module, leave it off and use it only for vacuuming. Most robots cannot detect wood and avoid mopping there.

Use a dry robot and mop by hand For mixed floors, stick to a dedicated dry-vac robot. Mop tile yourself to avoid risking hardwood damage.