😉 Hello friends! Today we are going to clean up. I am sure that not all housewives know how to properly clean laminate (laminate floors).
What is a laminate?
Laminate – high density fiberboard based flooring. The word “laminated” in Latin means layered. The top layer of the laminate is covered with a wear-resistant decorative film.
The floor must be strong, durable, stable and have a flawless appearance. And without proper care, even the highest quality materials can stand the test of time and lose their luster.
Laminate, due to its convenience, aesthetics and price, is one of the most common finishing materials. The undoubted advantage is the ease of installation, which is often carried out independently.
However, you need to know well the principles of proper styling. This will ensure a comfortable use of the coating and prevent the formation of unwanted defects.
The laminate must be strong, durable, durable and have a flawless appearance. Without proper care, even the highest quality materials can stand the test of time and lose their luster. What is the best way to preserve a beautiful floor in our home?
For everyday cleaning of your laminate floor, you can use a regular broom or vacuum cleaner. When wet cleaning, the main mistake is using too much water. This can lead to swelling and loss of gloss of the upper protective layer.
First, clean the floor with a special detergent. Then rinse it with only a slightly damp mop or soft cloth. If you use a washing vacuum cleaner, then only with a foam nozzle. In the absence of such a nozzle, it is imperative to wipe the floor dry after washing.
How to clean laminate flooring
Remember: the enemies of laminate are water and hard brushes!
Let’s start wet cleaning. The water must be hot. Add vinegar at the rate of 50 ml of vinegar per 1 liter of water. For example, for 4 liters of water – 200 ml of vinegar. Do not forget that laminate and water are not friends – we squeeze out a rag for the floor well. The best fabric option is microfiber. We wipe the floor, it dries up immediately! Voila! Here’s the whole secret!
Laminate care
These helpful tips will help you maintain your laminate flooring:
- do not use detergents with abrasive elements;
- do not use household chemicals that contain alkalis and acids;
- when washing, add a little glycerin to the water – the floors will shine;
- it is not recommended to polish the floor with wax – it will be slippery and dangerous;
- exclude metal nets, brushes and hard sponges. Do not use products that are designed for other floor coverings. This will avoid staining and discoloration of the coating;
- problematic stains from grease, paint, traces of rubber soles of shoes must be quickly removed. A special cleaning liquid for the laminate floor will help with this;
- for various stains from juices and sauces, laundry soap or dishwashing liquid will help. For paint stains, you can use acetone or alcohol;
- To prevent damage and scratches on the floor, wear soft indoor shoes. It is best to glue felt pads on the legs of chairs and tables.
The appearance of the coating is affected not only by dirt and scratches, but also by the humidity and temperature in the room.
Floor temperature with underfloor heating should not exceed 28 ° C. The optimum relative humidity in the premises is at the level of 55-65%. This needs to be paid special attention to when the heating is on in the room. Use humidifiers to prevent gaps between panels.
Learn more in this video: How to properly clean your laminate flooring
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