Laminate flooring is multi-layered synthetic flooring, also known as floating wood tile in the country. With a photographic appliqué layer treated with the lamination process, laminate flooring resembles wood and sometimes stone flooring as well. These gleaming floors demand special kind of care for maintaining their gorgeous appeal for years to come. To enable you to get maximum life from your laminate flooring, we are here with some useful tips on cleaning laminate floors.

• Excess dirt, debris, and hair on the floor can make the otherwise scratch-resistant laminate floor prone to scratches. Therefore, cleaning laminate floors in your home or office every now and then is imperative. Make sure you remove everyday dirt using a dry dust mop. Doing this will help you protect your laminate flooring from scratches.
• If your laminate flooring has faded or become dull, you can give it a nice cleanse using a vinegar and water solution. To make the same, combine ¼ cup (60ml) white vinegar and 1000ml water in a spray bottle. It is essential to dilute vinegar; else the too abrasive pure vinegar can harm laminate flooring. Additionally, ensure you spray the mixture on a little floor area at a time and wipe the solution using a damp cloth immediately after spraying.
• Stain removal is a major part of cleaning laminate floors. Here are some handy ways to get rid of tough stains:
  • In case you want to scrape off candle wax on the laminate floor, you ought to be very careful and gentle. This is also applicable for cleaning wood floors as well.
  • To remove blood stains, you can use a window cleaner, while ensuring to wipe it with a damp cloth immediately and then with a dry cloth.
  • If there is a chewing gum stick on your laminate floor, freeze it first. Then carefully scrape it off the floor using a plastic knife.
  • If you trace heel marks on the laminate floor, you can rub them using a pencil eraser.