Swiffer wet cloths are frequently asked if they can be used on laminate flooring. Yes, it's a fantastic idea because the wet materials give moisture to the cleaning process, making it move more smoothly.
The Swiffer Wet Jet makes mopping my tile and laminate floors so much easier!
The best way to clean laminate floors is to use products made especially for them. If you don't have laminate floor cleaner, you can use a teaspoon of unscented clear dish soap in a gallon of water. A teaspoon of baby shampoo in a gallon of water will also work.
Vinegar, which is a natural cleaning agent, will break down the film without hurting the laminate surface. (Note: The same rules about water apply to either of these DIY solutions. Make sure to wring the mop so it is only slightly damp.
Use Pergo Floor Cleaner -- just follow the directions. Use a Swiffer Wet Jet with the regular Swiffer Cleaner (not the Swiffer Cleaner for hardwood floors). Don't use the wet jet to spray the liquid. Just dampen the Swiffer cloth with the Swiffer Cleaner and go over the floor.
Swiffer WetJet Spray Mop Cleaner Starter Kit
One of the biggest threats to laminate flooring is excess moisture. In place of a steam mop, try the Swiffer WetJet Mop Starter Kit, which gives you all the tools you need to effectively clean your laminate floors.
Don't use a soaking wet mop on laminate; if water soaks through it can seep into and under the layers causing warping. Any spills should be dealt with using a damp cloth and the residue wiped up with a dry cloth immediately.
Floors often look streaky after mopping without vacuuming immediately beforehand. Vacuuming one day and then mopping the next allows dust to settle on the floor, along with any dirt tracked in on peoples' shoes, and both will turn to muddy streaks when mopped.
Your cleaning schedule depends on how dirty your floors get. Experts recommend vacuuming or dry-mopping laminate floors daily (the perfect task for the best robotic vacuums), and mopping and immediately drying laminate floors weekly—more often for high-traffic areas.
Pine-Sol® Multi-Surface Cleaner is safe for use on laminate floors. Just choose your favorite scent — we like using Original Pine on laminate floors. Pine-Sol® Multi-Surface Cleaner also comes in other scents, like Lemon Fresh®, Lavender Clean®, Sparkling Wave® and Tropical Flowers™.
Unfortunately, no. Laminate flooring is sensitive to heat and moisture, so the humidity from your steam mop can cause harm. It won't cause as much damage as a wet mop, but could eventually cause your floor to warp, loosen or peel.
Ans: For households with a variety of floor surfaces, the Swiffer WetJet is perfect. Almost any type of floor can be cleaned with this solution, including hardwood.
Overall, microfiber mops have more pros than Swiffer mops. Microfiber mops can be used as a two-in-one to both sweep and mop at the same time. However, a Swiffer mop can typically only clean after the sweeping has already been done.
“And the floor can end up sticky and even dirtier because their cleaning solvent tends to dry very fast, leaving a sticky residue if not cleaned fast and well.”
Try Windex for Laminate Floors
The ammonia in the window cleaner allows it to dry quickly. After sweeping or vacuuming, I spray the Windex on a small area and then use a dry Swiffer sheet (or a paper towel) attached to my Swiffer mop to clean the area.
Don't use cleaning products that aren't made for a clean laminate floor. Avoid cleaning products that aren't made for laminate. Oil-based cleaners can leave residue and damage to the protective sealant of the floors. Don't use wax or polishes on laminate floors.
If you must use cleaner, opt for a manufactured-approved solution designed for laminate ($15, Target). For a homemade laminate floor cleaner, use a small amount of vinegar mixed with water. Never use wax, acrylic products, or bleach because they can damage the floor's finish.
Yes, but we recommend checking the natural laminate cleaner above. Also note that dish soap should be used in minimal amounts. Contact the manufacture of your laminate floor. Our favorite dish soap is Dawn to mop floors.
Mix one gallon of hot water, one cup of vinegar and a few drops of dish soap in a bucket. Dip your mop in the solution, being careful not to create puddles.
Spray the area with Windex and allow it to sit for a few minutes, then wipe clean. Rinse well if using near food preparation areas. Windex is great on countertops, too, including quartz, granite, marble, laminate and tile.
Yes, the Bona Hardwood Floor Cleaner is safe for your laminate floor. Bona Cleaners are safe for your floor as long as your floor is sealed or finished, and unwaxed or unoiled. Both the Hardwood Floor Cleaner and the Stone, Tile and Laminate Floor Cleaner are pH balanced and leave no dulling or sticky residues behind.
It's OK to sweep or vacuum your laminate floor as long as you don't vacuum with a beater brush.