Product Care for Laminate Flooring
Low-maintenance laminate is the friend of reluctant cleaners. It’s designed for durability, but even so, a little bit of regular care ensures your floor maintains its appeal for many years.
Read our tips below to keep your floors beautiful.
BASIC MAINTENANCE TIPS
- Sweep, dust and vacuum your floors (without the beater brush) at least once a week to keep them free of dirt and dust build-up.
- A water-damp mop or cloth once a week, or a mop and a spray bottle of hot water, will keep your floors gleaming.
- Be careful that any liquid cleaning products are approved for laminate before applying.
- Clean up any spills as soon as possible. Standing liquids can seep through and cause laminate flooring to bubble.
- Avoid scrubbing with abrasive cleaners or scrubbing agents.
- Read manufacturer guidelines before using steam-cleaning machines. Some steam cleaners may get too hot to be safe for your floor.
STAIN REMOVAL
- Clean up wet spills as soon as they happen.
- Wipe stains and spills with a warm, damp cloth. Do not scrub with a harsh surface.
- For stubborn stains, use a laminate-specific or gentle all-purpose cleaner. Vinegar is also safe for your floors and helps with stickier spills.
LONG-TERM CARE
- If your laminate dents or scratches, consider having the damaged portion replaced by a professional. Some laminates are even easy enough to do it yourself.
- Every few decades, you’ll want to replace your laminate floors.
CERAMIC CHEAT SHEET
DAILY
Clean up wet spills
WEEKLY
Vacuum and mop with water. Use cleaner as needed
EVERY DECADE (OR SO)
Replace flooring