Cleaning laminate with home remedies: What is suitable for the sensitive floor?
Created: 12/29/2022, 7:00 p.m
By: Anne Hund
Only use particularly gentle agents and make sure that the floor does not get too wet.
Tips and help for cleaning.
If you want to clean laminate, you should proceed cautiously.
It is often sufficient if you remove the dust or dirt on the surface with a vacuum cleaner.
It is best to use a vacuum cleaner attachment for laminate and parquet floors so that you do not create scratches.
Laminate: only wipe the floor with a damp cloth
For more stubborn dirt, you should wipe the floor with a damp cloth at most.
Because if water penetrates the joints, the material bulges.
You should definitely prevent such damage, because it can cost a lot of money.
To care for the laminate, you should rub it down with a dry cloth after wiping.
Be careful when cleaning the floor.
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Avoid harsh cleaning agents
Also, avoid using strong chemical cleaning agents that could damage the floor, as well as sponges or similar cleaning accessories.
It is better to use a cloth or mop with a soft surface.
Some experts also swear by gentle home remedies when cleaning the floor.
Cleaning laminate with home remedies - what is suitable for cleaning?
Add a drop of mild detergent to the cleaning water.
This allows dirt and streaks on the floor to be gently removed.
You can also add some curd or neutral soap to the mopping water so that the laminate is gently cleaned again.
In the case of heavy dirt or if something is sticking to the floor, it also helps if you add a small dash of vinegar to the cleaning water.
Pay attention to the highly diluted form.
The
Fuersie.de
portal recommends a maximum of one to two tablespoons of household vinegar for five liters of water.
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For the abrasion of shoes, the sustainability
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to grab the eraser.
You can also use it to remove dirt from laminate.
This could be useful, at least for small jobs.
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Care tip for laminate or parquet floors
Another care tip: If your parquet or laminate floor has become dull over time, you should care for it with linseed oil.
This ensures shine and fills up small damages.
To do this, carefully apply the linseed oil to the floor, let it take effect and remove the residue with a cloth.
You can also find out here which home remedies help with carpet stains.
