Laminate Floor Cleaning Tips
Thanks for checking out our laminate floor cleaning tips. The following cleaning advice will help you get your laminate floors looking terrific – without the use of chemicals.
Q: How often should laminate floors be cleaned?
A: Your laminate floors are designed to be easy to care for, and to require little maintenance. High traffic areas may need to have dirt and debris that needs to be cleaned away daily to prevent buildup and maintain the beauty of your floors.
Laminate floor cleaning tips: Cut down on the amount of dirt that enters your home by using doormats and area rugs at entrances.
Q: Do I have to use chemical cleaners on my laminate floors?
A: Chances are, you have chosen laminate flooring for its easy care, scratch resistant finish, and the beauty it can add to your home. When you buy a new product, you are often sold maintenance items—things designed to care for your new purchase. While the commercial cleaners sold for laminate floors do what they promise (get your floors clean), many contain chemicals and have very strong odors. If you have someone in your home that is sensitive to either, you should choose a more environmentally friendly method of cleaning.
Laminate floor cleaning tip: Forgo chemicals and use eco friendly cleaners for your floors.
Q: What is the best way to clean my laminate floors?
A: Use a dust mop or soft, dry mop to clean your floor. While a broom will not damage your floor, it may just spread the dirt around. A mop with a cotton or fleece pad will help remove all of the debris that has accumulated on your floor.
Laminate floor cleaning tip: “Skate” across the floor in a pair of cotton socks to do a quick spot cleaning—then just toss the socks in the laundry to clean.
Q: Can I spot clean my laminate floors?
A: You can spot clean your floors by dabbing a small amount of vinegar on the area, then wiping away. The vinegar allows you to clean the floor without damaging the surface and without leaving streaks behind.
Q: Can I steam clean my laminate floors?
A: Steam is a great way to clean most surfaces—it is eco-friendly and won’t leave chemical residues behind. As good as steam is for cleaning, you should never steam clean or wet mop your laminate floors. Water, particularly hot water, can really damage the finish of your floors, and make it more vulnerable to scratches and scrapes.
Laminate cleaning tip: Make sure you clean up spills right away—any liquid can damage your floors, and leave moisture rings on the surface.
Q: I accidently scratched my laminate floor…how can I fix it?
A: You can make the stain less noticeable by filling it in with a wax crayon designed for furniture. Use a shade that matches your floor as closely as possible, and rub the crayon on the scratch. You may need to repeat this process every few weeks if the scratch is in a high traffic area.
Laminate floor cleaning tip: Never scrape heavy furniture across your laminate floors—doing so can harm the protective finish.