Cleaning Laminate Flooring

by Stephanie Romero | More from this Blogger

22 Sep 2011 06:03 AM

I used to love hardwood floors. But my love has now turned to laminate flooring. So we are slowly starting to put that throughout our house.

Laminate flooring is pretty inexpensive and comes in all sorts of colors and styles. It is also very durable. If you haven't invested in laminate flooring, I highly recommend it.

But what about cleaning? Cleaning laminate flooring is different than other types of flooring.

What I noticed in the beginning of trying to keep my floors clean is that they streak very easily. The surface is so glossy that any spots or streaks left behind from certain cleaning products really stand out. So here are some tips on how to keep your laminate flooring not only clean but shiny, too.

First, sweep the floor. You want to make sure nothing is left behind that could cause scratches. While this type of flooring is pretty durable, it can still be scratched. Sweeping the floor is something you should do everyday.

You can also help protect your floor with rugs and mats. While for the most part you probably want to show it off, certain areas most definitely need rugs in order to prevent damage. One is by the sink and the other is by any pet water bowls.

Now this may come as a surprise but you can clean your floors with just warm water. It doesn't require harsh chemicals or cleaners. In fact, I prefer to use an antibacterial microfiber cloth from Norwex.

But if that doesn't feel like "real" cleaning to you, then you can mix 1 cup of vinegar to 1 gallon of warm water. This is the best way to keep the shine and yet thoroughly clean your floor. And the vinegar smell will go away.

However, be careful in that you don't use excessive water, as it can damage your flooring. Just wipe the floor with the vinegar/water mixture using a soft sponge or cloth. Be sure to then wipe your floor dry, in order to avoid spots and streaks.

It's pretty easy to clean laminate flooring.

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Stephanie Romero is a wife and mom to three children ages 13, 14 and 18 years old. She writes web content for We Do Web Content and of course, blogs for Families.

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