{"id":6932,"date":"2021-10-14T11:18:47","date_gmt":"2021-10-14T11:18:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.carpetguys.com\/blog\/?p=6932"},"modified":"2024-10-08T12:51:21","modified_gmt":"2024-10-08T12:51:21","slug":"how-to-clean-laminate-floors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carpetguys.com\/blog\/how-to-clean-laminate-floors\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Clean Laminate Floors"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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If you want to know how to clean laminate floors<\/em>, this is the blog for you!  The Carpet Guys can give you all the best tips on daily cleaning and also some deep-cleaning options.  Read on to find out more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Do NOT Use Water on Laminate Floors<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Laminate flooring is a wood by-product.  Water and wood do not mix.  If water is allowed to sit on laminate flooring it may cause damage, swelling, joint separation, and delamination.  Do not use steam mops on any hard surface flooring.  They push heated water into the grooves of the floor and can cause harm to the subfloor. Only use approved cleaning products by the flooring manufacturer so the flooring warranty is not voided. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

To learn more about Mohawk’s approved cleaners and processes, check out this link Mohawk\u2019s RevWood and Wood Cleaning and Maintenance<\/a>. It is also recommended to invest in a reusable, microfiber dust mop.  The removable, soft pad can be used for regular dusting of the flooring surface and can be used with approved cleaners and then machine washed.  Remember not to use fabric softeners when cleaning your dust mop pads because they will cause a build-up of residue on your floors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Daily Cleaning of Laminate Floor<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For daily cleaning, use the dust mop mentioned above, a soft-bristled broom, or a vacuum with the hard surface setting (disengage the beater bar).  It\u2019s important to keep the flooring clear of debris to avoid scratching the surface of your laminate.  Make sure to keep pet’s nails short and clean up spills immediately with a clean cloth.  If using a proper laminate floor cleaner, do not spray it on the floor.  Spray the cleaner on your dust mop or a clean rag and then wipe the surface. Do not use abrasive cleaners, oils, soaps, varnish, or other \u201cshine enhancers\u201d.  These could cause damage to the surface of the laminate and void your warranty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Some other suggestions for the daily protection of your beautiful, clean laminate floors are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n