Laminate Maintenance

Knowledge about laminate upkeep.

There’s no getting around it, life and living are hard on any flooring and even durable
laminate will eventually start to show the effects of stains and spills, time and traffic.

You need to know the best practices for taking care of it so you’ll be better able to keep your
laminate flooring in its beautiful, inviting and valuable original condition.

Knowing what’s expected of you regarding upkeep can be a determining factor in your
purchase choice.

Read on and get to know exactly how to take care of your investment.

Use these tools to take on dirt.

Laminate floors are beautiful and very durable but not indestructible. Floors can dull when
unattended dirt acts as an abrasive on its surface.

This can be avoided by sweeping, dust mopping or vacuuming regularly to remove
grit and loose dirt.

Remember you can use a broom or, to make the job faster, a vacuum cleaner without a
beater bar is also recommended.

Vacuum cleaner attachments are useful to pick up dirt from between planks, tiles or
along edges.

An occasional damp mopping is also suggested. Your laminate flooring can expand if excessive water
is used while cleaning.

After damp mopping, a clean dry cloth should be used to wipe your floor thoroughly.

Placing doormats or walk-off mats at each entryway will collect excessive moisture and
dirt before they enter your home.

Do’s and don’ts you should know about.

Glides or floor protectors on the bottom of your furniture will prevent possible scratching
or abrasion.

It’s important to lift heavy furniture instead of dragging or pulling them.

Use pieces of carpet face down under heavy objects when moving them across your floor.

Spot cleaning and occasional complete cleaning of your laminate floor can be done
using the manufacturer’s recommended products.

Do not use abrasive cleaners, steel wool or scouring powder.

Do not use soap-based detergents or “mop- and-shine” products.

Never flood your floor with water or cleaner.

Do not wax or polish your laminate floor.

Never try to sand or refinish your laminate floor.

Durable but not indestructible, your laminate floor can be damaged by stiletto heels.

But the good news is that the finish on your laminate floor can help protect the floor from
sunlight and the typical fading you find with aging hardwood floors.

Keep in mind that if a repair is necessary in the future, the replacement product may be a
slightly different dye lot and/or texture than the initial installation.

However, with usage and time, the repair will blend in with your original product.

For additional care procedures please refer to the manufacturer’s care and maintenance
instructions and recommendations.

Knowledge assures longevity.

By understanding and following these basic care guidelines you can be confident that your
laminate flooring will provide you with many years of beauty and lasting performance.