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people walking in and out of the house dripping wet on laminate flooring
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How do you clean a hardwood laminate floating floor without damaging it Are those swiffer wet jets safe?
Swiffer Wet Jets are safe for laminate flooring. To clean a hardwood laminate floor without damaging it, you should use a mop and hot water. Wring the mop out so it is not dripping wet.
Can bleach damage laminate flooring?
Yes. Even soap-based cleaners can damage laminate flooring. If you do need to clean laminate, use either a laminate-specific cleaner or a weak vinegar solution (4 parts water to 1 part vinegar) and dry the wet areas ASAP after mopping. If possible, use a spray bottle and wipe as you go.
Is it difficult to clean wood laminate flooring?
No! It is not so difficult. Laminate flooring is a beautiful, low maintenance, long-lasting flooring. There are several simple steps that you can take to keep your laminate flooring clean and to ensure that you get many years of service from it. Simply dust mop or vacuum with a soft brush or wood floor accessory to keep your laminate floor clean from dust, dirt or grit. A damp cloth or mop can be used without damage to the laminate flooring panels, but do not use excessive water. Dry the floor thoroughly with a clean, soft cloth. Blot up spills or water from wet feet or footwear immediately with a clean, dry cloth, sponge, or paper towel. Do not allow excess liquid to remain on the surface of your laminate floor. Do not use soap-based detergents, abrasive cleaners, or combined “clean and shine” products on your laminate floor. Do not use steel wool or other scouring pads that may scratch laminate panels. Do not wax or polish your laminate flooring. Do not steam clean or use chemicals that may damage the laminate flooring surface. For stubborn spots or stains on laminate flooring use acetone or nail polish remover on stubborn substances such as tar, asphalt, paint, or oil. Then wipe clean with a damp cloth. You may also want to check out the cleaning guide at our new Laminate.
What are the best methods for cleaning laminate floors?
Laminate flooring is a beautiful, low maintenance, long-lasting flooring. There are several simple steps that you can take to keep your laminate flooring clean and to ensure that you get many years of service from it. Simply dust mop or vacuum with a soft brush or wood floor accessory to keep your laminate floor clean from dust, dirt or grit. A damp cloth or mop can be used without damage to the laminate flooring panels, but do not use excessive water. Dry the floor thoroughly with a clean, soft cloth. Blot up spills or water from wet feet or footwear immediately with a clean, dry cloth, sponge, or paper towel. Do not allow excess liquid to remain on the surface of your laminate floor. Do not use soap-based detergents, abrasive cleaners, or combined “clean and shine” products on your laminate floor. Do not use steel wool or other scouring pads that may scratch laminate panels. Do not wax or polish your laminate flooring. Do not steam clean or use chemicals that may damage the laminate flooring surface. For stubborn spots or stains on laminate flooring use acetone or nail polish remover on stubborn substances such as tar, asphalt, paint, or oil. Then wipe clean with a damp cloth. You may also want to check out the cleaning guide at our new Laminate.
Can steam cleaners be used to clean Pergo Laminate flooring?
No they can not. The steam would melt the realistic-looking wood, its probably best to stick to using a swiffer wet mop.
Can you put laminate flooring in your basement?
A conditional answer! PROBABLY Laminate is about the most forgiving and least cranky flooring around. Moisture is the issue for any flooring. A lot of the modern Laminate is approved for moist areas & BELOW GRADE uses. You don't think about it, but the pressure of the ground water pushes moisture through the concrete. If nothing is covering the concrete it usually just evaporates, If you cover it, then it gets trapped by the wood or Laminate and causes damage. Use duct tape & tape a 2'X2' piece of plastic to the floor, if you see condensation on the plastic after a couple of days you have wet basement, if not it is dry for the moment. moisture can change with the seasons.. Ask your flooring maker if it is approved for "BELOW GRADE" that means it is OK for a basement...
Can you install laminate flooring directly over wood parquet on a concrete subfloor?
The foam pads used for laminates are often moisture barrier's. By not allowing the moisture from the concrete anywhere to go, it will trap it with the wood parquet. Wet wood swells and will cause the laminate to fail. For this reason, laminate should not be laid on top of parquet which is on a concrete subfloor.
What product will put a shine on a laminate floor?
You shouldn't use any wet products on laminate floors.
Does stone or tile flooring get slipperier when it is wet?
Stone flooring will get very slippery when wet unless properly treated. Tile is much easier.
Extending the Life of Your Laminate Flooring?
Laminate flooring happens to be one of the toughest, most resilient floor coverings currently available. The great part is that it is incredibly easy to care for compared to other flooring such as hardwood.Protecting the LaminateLaminate flooring features a resilient coating that prevents gouges into the material beneath. Dirt and debris that comes into the room on the bottom of shoes is one of the leading ways the coating gets scratched. This can be prevented by having mats at the doors or simply removing shoes on entry.Different types of objects can cause damage to the coating that will require repairs. This is primarily caused by furniture. Furniture will inevitably get bumped or moved throughout the course of the day. The laminate coating can be protected by using protector pads under the supports of the furniture. This will be particularly important for dining chairs that will be slid in and out from the table often.Moving furniture around the room should always be done by carrying. Dragging it across the laminate is a sure way to create deep gouges in the coating. Always be sure to lift safe!Cleaning the LaminateCertain methods of cleaning should not be applied to the laminate coating as they can compromise the integrity of the coating. Cleaning agents specifically designed for laminate flooring are available on the market and should be used for any cleaning duty. Soap, chemical cleaners, and wet mops can all cause damage to the coating or seep into small cracks and cause further damage.Generally one will spray a cleaner onto a dry mop and briskly mop to clean the flooring. Cleaners are often available in generic and name brands, though some warranties can be invalidated by using a generic cleaner on the laminate flooring. This does not mean there is anything necessarily wrong with the generic equivalent, but different chemical compositions can react in different ways.These few tips are designed to help you extend the life of your laminate flooring. Problems with the flooring such as gouges or scratches should be taken care of immediately before they become major problems. By keeping these things in mind you will be enjoying your laminate flooring for years to come.
What would be the advantages or disadvantages of getting solid wood flooring?
Solid wood flooring is better in the sense that it's more durable when it gets a bit wet. Eventually, laminate wood flooring will buckle with too much moisture. Also, solid wood floor is easier to take care of. On the flip side, solid wood flooring is more expensive. The upside to that is that it raises the value of your home. Hardwood also requires frequent refinishing, which may prove to be a bit cumbersome. http://interiordec.about.com/od/hardwoodfloors/a/hardwoodfloorsF.htm
Can you lay laminate flooring over an uneven floor and if so how?
No, it will wear unevenly. If the floor is solid (ie not warped floorboards) and the uneven bits slight, you can spread leveling compound (a sort of wet cement slurry) over the uneven floor to obtain a flat surface.
Is sex wet?
It does involve bodily fluids.
Can you put oak flooring in a bathroom?
No. Oak when wet turns dark. Also, like all wood flooring, it is moisture sensitive and can warp.
How to Install Laminate Flooring?
If you’re sick of carpeting in your kitchen or living room, laminate flooring is a beautiful alternative. Why pay someone to install it when you can install it by yourself quickly and easily? You’ll save money, and as an added bonus, you’ll love telling people that you installed your new floor when they compliment it.1. Measure the area that you’ll be covering in laminate flooring. Be precise, because you’ll need the exact figure when you go to buy the flooring. Having an accurate measurement means that you’ll avoid buying flooring that will be awkward or difficult to fit into your living space. When you go to buy your laminate flooring, consider buying a little bit extra in case of a mistake.2. Clean the floor you’ll be covering thoroughly. Anything left behind can make the floor sit unevenly, and you’ll definitely notice it once you’re done.3. When you start to put your flooring down, start in one corner. Before starting, ensure that you are leaving about 10 millimeters of space around the perimeter of the area being laid down. Wood expands in heat, and this space will give your flooring space to expand into. Lay your first full piece down. You can now take the next piece, lock it in with the end of the first piece, and make sure that it fits snugly.4. As you finish your first row, check the sides of the laminate flooring for any untidy edges or pieces left sticking out. Check very carefully and remove any extra bits of material, because they will make installation of subsequent rows very difficult.5. When you start the second row, don’t line it up the same as the first row. Start your first full board halfway down the first board of the first row—this is called staggering, and it’s an essential part of installing laminate flooring. To fill the first half of the piece, cut one piece into two halves. One half can be used at each end to fill the row.6. Continue installing your flooring, being sure to check for loose bits around the edges at each row and staggering throughout the installation. When you’re done, admire your work! You now have a gorgeous floor and you did it yourself.
Replace That Old Floor Yourself?
Some homeowners think that there is a deep secret knowledge required to install laminate flooring. Well, there isn’t! It is quite straightforward and actually easy. Laminate floors are a type of wood product that is a mix of wood fibers and plastic coatings pressed together and glued with a resilient bonding material. It will provide years of worry-free service even to abused floors. Of course, there are varying thicknesses and types of laminate flooring that may be more suited to one application or another, but they all install rather easily. The individual laminate strips interlock to form the overall floor covering. They lock at the seams and are prevented from sliding where they terminate against the walls. Usually there is a quarter-round trim at baseboard level of old vinyl and other tile floors being replaced, or tack strips that have to be removed if carpeting was the prior floor covering material. Clear the floor surface of any popped up nail heads and fill low spots with floor filler. Be sure when it come time to install laminate flooring that either water proof or water resistant laminate has been correctly picked for the location. If the dog occasionally urinates on the floor, heavy wet mopping is expected, or if installed in a bathroom, then waterproof is the better choice. In all case install an underlayment. Some laminate floors already have an underlayment backing. Other laminate flooring materials require an additional purchase of rolls of underlayment. When deciding to install laminate flooring, the underlayment will prevent noise of the free-floating floor moving against the subfloor. The noise of floors without underlayment is loud and heard with every step. Roll out the underlayment and start in one corner, putting in place a strip of laminate flooring. Install laminate flooring in a way where seams overlap a solid piece. Think of a brickwork pattern. Go all the way to the edge of the wall snapping each next piece in place against the seam of the last. The final laminate strips that are installed may have to be ripped along their lengths in order to be able to cover the seams with new quarter-round or other trim material. Slightly lifting the prior course of strips next to the last row will make it easier to snap the last row into place.
What kind of flooring is best for concrete basements that might get wet?
Tile is your best option.
Is slate flooring harder to install than other types of flooring?
Slate flooring is not harder to install than other types of flooring, it just takes a little more care. Before you install it, you have to lay it out in the pattern you like and then use a wet saw to cut the pieces.
Best bathroom flooring?
What flooring in aBathVinyl, Ceramic, Porcelain, Linoleum, Natural stone are all excellent choices & have a lot of good features.. but if they are shiny, they will be slick when wet and that can be dangerous.The main thing to avoid is anything you wouldn't want to stick in a bucket of water.. The bathroom is wet & when wet slippery...Wood swells so hardwood is not a good choice, Laminate is a floating floor & that is a tough install to get right in the confines of a bath and most makers don't recommend it for baths...The Rev sez Hope this helps"No one cares how much you know, till they know how much you care." Pastor Jim.
What materials should be used for bathroom flooring?
What flooring in a BathVinyl, Ceramic, Porcelain, Linoleum, Natural stone are all excellent choices & have a lot of good features.. but if they are shiny, they will be slick when wet and that can be dangerous.The main thing to avoid is anything you wouldn't want to stick in a bucket of water.. The bathroom is wet & when wet slippery...wood swells so hardwood is not a good choice, Laminate is a floating floor & that is a tough install to get right in the confines of a bath and most makers don't recommend it for baths...The Rev sez Hope this helps"No one cares how much you know, till they know how much you care." Pastor Jim.
How to Care for Laminate Floors and Keep Them Looking Like New?
Wood flooring is a popular choice for today’s homeowners because it is easy to care for and looks great in just about any room. Yet the high cost of solid wood makes wood flooring prohibitively expensive for many people. That is why laminate floors that mimic the look of real wood are so popular. Laminate flooring is made of several different layers of paper and covered with a protective outer layer that looks just like a plank of wood. Though they are durable, this construction requires that homeowners take good care of their laminate floors lest they become damage beyond repair. Here is a simple guide for maintaining laminate flooring in the home or office.First, never use a wet mop to clean laminate. Laminate floors will absorb water if too much is applied, and the portion of a floor that absorbs water will be ruined. Simple sweeping and mopping with only a mop head that is slightly damp will prevent any problems from occurring.Second, make sure to clean up immediately any liquids spilt upon a laminate floor. Such liquids can seep in and warp or swell the laminate planks.Third, never drag furniture across a laminate floor. The legs of a table or chairs can scrape at the laminate, removing its protective outer layer and even scratching the floor. Wood floors can be sanded to remove scratches, but laminate floors cannot be fixed in this way.Fourth, protect laminate floors from accidental dragging of furniture through the use of felt furniture pads that are attached to the bottom of the furniture legs. These pads have a sticky back, which attaches them to the furniture in question, and a felt bottom that cushions the floor and protects it from the legs of table, chairs, and other furniture.Finally, use area rugs in high traffic areas. Dirt and other substances tracked onto laminate floors can end up scratching the laminate in the long run. Having area rugs or protective mats will prevent much of these scratching agents from getting onto the floor. Also, making people take off their shoes before entering the house can keep these scratchy substances at bay.
What are the disadvantages in installing rubber flooring?
Rubber flooring can be expensive to install. It can be slippery if it gets wet, and you could fall more easily than on other types of flooring. It needs to be maintained on a regular basis and sharp objects can easily poke through them. Rubber flooring can be quite an expensive flooring option. Rubber flooring is also highly susceptible to scratches caused when it comes into contact with sharp objects.
How tall is zak starkey?
It depends on what you need it for, Swiffers come in wet and dry so obviously if you have a carpet, the wet will be of little use but will work great for tiled flooring.
Can you use Mop n Glo or Future non wax cleaner on wood laminate flooring?
yes I would NOT use that on a laminate floor. You can buy special cleaners for laminate floors, or make your own. Also, Swiffer Wet Jet has cleaner that is safe for laminate floors, but you have to buy the mop that goes with it that takes batteries. Try to find a cheaper applicator, such as a terry cloth covered mop that you can find in a Dollar General Store, and I use distilled water, white vinegar, and alcohol in distilled water. 2/3 water and equal parts of vinegar and alcohol. Do not get the floor too wet. My best advice is to use a special cleaner. I think Wal-mart has a gallon of it for a reasonable price, close to the hardware department. Good Luck. The basic cleaning fact with laminate is...not a lot of liquid and something that doesn't leave a film. What's in the expensive laminate cleaner bottles? Window cleaner! Windex or store brand, it's water, ammonia and alcohol....Spray and go over with a slightly (very slightly) damp sponge mop.
Why do you skid on smooth bathroom flooring?
As the bathroom becomes wet the friction between the floor and leg becomes less.
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