How to Clean Floating Floors?

Cleaning floating floors involves regular maintenance and careful spot cleaning to avoid damage. Here's a step-by-step guide:

1. Regular Cleaning: Vacuuming or Sweeping

Frequency: Regularly vacuum or sweep your floating floors to remove dust, dirt, and debris. This prevents scratching and dulling of the floor's surface.
Tools: Use a vacuum with a soft brush attachment specifically designed for hard floors. Alternatively, use a soft-bristled broom or a microfiber sweeper.

Act Fast: Address spills as soon as they happen to prevent staining and water damage, which can cause the floor to warp.
Method: Use a clean, damp cloth or paper towel to blot the spill. Avoid rubbing, which can spread the stain. For sticky spills, use a cleaner specifically designed for floating floors.

Damp Mop Only: Floating floors are susceptible to water damage. Always use a damp mop, not a soaking wet mop. Excess water can seep into the seams and cause swelling or warping.
Cleaner: Use a pH-neutral floor cleaner specifically formulated for floating floors. Avoid harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, bleach, wax, or oil-based products. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for dilution.
Technique: Wring out the mop thoroughly so it's only slightly damp. Mop in the direction of the planks.

Air Dry or Towel Dry: Allow the floor to air dry completely. If desired, you can use a clean, dry microfiber cloth or towel to dry the floor.

Avoid Steam Mops: Steam mops are generally not recommended for floating floors because the heat and moisture can damage the finish and cause warping.
Use Protective Mats: Place mats at entrances and in high-traffic areas to protect your floating floors from dirt and wear.
Furniture Protection: Use felt pads under furniture legs to prevent scratching.
Read Manufacturer's Instructions: Always refer to the flooring manufacturer's cleaning recommendations for specific instructions and approved cleaning products for your particular type of floating floor.