Laminate flooring not only covers the floor surface but also makes it more aesthetic, durable, and comfortable. Its realistic wooden appearance makes it popular for adding surface texture and resilience. However, it needs regular maintenance and cleaning for longevity. For DIY enthusiasts, Dubai Vinyl Flooring has developed innovative techniques to clean laminate floors that are not waterproof. By following this unique guide, you can start your DIY cleaning project.
06 Tips For Cleaning Non Waterproof Laminate Floors
This flooring usually comes with both options: a complete water-protective layer and without the layer. For waterproof flooring, there is no need for special cleaning and maintenance. If laminate tiles don’t have a special water-protective layer, they become prone to water absorption and require special cleaning.
Materials Needed To Clean Floor
- Soft Bristled Brush
- Microfiber Mop
- Vacuum Cleaner
- Bucket
- White Vinegar
- Baking Soda
- Warm Water
- Microfiber Towel
- Mild Dish Soap
Tips To Follow
1: Choose A Suitable Mop
2: Don’t Use Any Harmful deterrents
3: Vacuum The Floor
4: Prepare The Cleaning Solution
5: Mopping The Area Properly
6: Let The Area Get Dry
1: Choose A Suitable Mop
If you’re going to clean laminate flooring that is prone to water, choose a suitable mop that doesn’t leave any moisture content on the floor surface. Furthermore, a mop with soft yarns or strings will be an excellent choice, otherwise, hard strings can create scratches on its surface.
2: Don’t Use Any Harmful Detergent
For cleaning non-waterproof laminate floors, try to avoid using harmful detergents. Its surface is more sensitive to harmful chemical detergents and can get damaged promptly. A wide range of laminate-specific cleaners or detergents are available in the market. Furthermore, you can also use household detergents or mild dish soap to avoid discoloration or damage.
3: Vacuum The Floor
Choose a heavy-duty vacuum cleaner with powerful suction to keep the laminate surface dust and dirt-free. Start vacuuming from one side of the floor and move to the other end. Always focus on corners and edges because they accumulate dirt or debris. Repeat the vacuuming at least 2–3 times to ensure a completely dust-free floor.
4: Prepare The Cleaning Solution
To prepare an effective cleaning solution, take one part of white vinegar and three parts of warm water in a bucket. In addition, you can also add 2-3 spoons of dishwashing detergent or floor cleaner to enhance its cleaning power. Shift this solution from a bucket to a spray bottle for spraying it on the clean mop. If you directly pour the solution on a floor surface, it can be damaged due to poor water resistance.
5: Mopping The Area Properly
Now, pour the prepared solution on the microfiber mop and make sure the mop is damp enough to pick the solution properly. Otherwise, a dry mop can damage the floor surface by adding scratches. While cleaning, if the mop gets dirty, wash it with clean water and then use it again. Repeat the procedure until you clean the entire surface area.
6: Let The Area Get Dry
This step is very critical for flooring surfaces that show poor water resistance. Now, let the floor surface dry or turn on the fans and open up all windows. Make sure you have dried the entire surface, otherwise, the remaining water content can dampen the floor covering and damage it.
Winding Up!
No doubt, cleaning and maintenance of laminate flooring is somewhat easy but only for waterproof floors. However, a water-prone laminate surface requires some technical steps for cleaning to prevent water damage. To assist you in this DIY project, Dubai Vinyl Flooring has enlisted the six most effective steps to clean this floor. In addition, we have also mentioned the materials and tools that you must have before starting your floor-cleaning journey.
