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jnieman 06-05-2012 12:12 PM

We started using glass plus (no ammonia) which was recommended by Floormasters. It seems to leave a build-up and when you walk barefoot it leaves footprints. I did some research on the internet and Bona was highly recommended. I found it on Amazon. The first time I used it I had to use towels wrapped on my swiffer to get the build-up off. Now I use a microfiber mop and spritz the Bona and my piano mirror finish laminate floors shine fabulously.

I do feel sorry for those with pets with the wet paws and hair because I've been there with my cat. I think by making sure the paws are dry before they come in the house is about the only way to deal with that. Of course the slobber is another story.

mikeandnancy1112 06-05-2012 06:28 PM

Don't use a steamer on laminate. Get the bona mop at Ace Hardware along with the bona solution or just use vinegar and water in a spray bottle. The mop is so easy to handle and the mop head is velcrose and can be washed as much as needed.

batman911 06-06-2012 12:49 PM

Most of the chemical cleaners will leave a residue that will build up over time. Vinegar and water will not and the air in your home will be safer.

jnieman 06-06-2012 01:17 PM

Sorry to go against what you recommend, but I used water and vinegar on my laminate and it left a film that was pretty bad when you walked on the floor you could see your feet prints. That is when I went on line and did some research and found Bona and I couldn't be happier. Maybe try a small area first before committing to the vinegar and water.

ladydoc 06-06-2012 04:04 PM

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Originally Posted by NotGolfer (Post 488115)
Again ask the people where you purchase your flooring on what they recommend for cleaning. We got ours through FloorMasters and I'm thinking they said not to steam!! You could even call around to the various places as well to find out then decide what you'll do with yours.

I steamed my laminate flooring back in NM for years and never had a problem. Just don't hold it in any one place for very long and get a GOOD steamer that does not leak water. I have used the Hahn models for a long time. The people who installed them said we HAD to use the product they sold (very expensive). So I thought about it and realized they were going to sell me a product, so why say a steamer would work?

hulahips 06-07-2012 01:46 PM

Laminate flooring
 
They make products you just spray on and wipe it clean. Even Pledge makes one now. Good luck. YOu'll love your new floor!!

Bryant 06-08-2012 10:21 PM

Our laminate installer told us to use 10 parts water to 1 vinegar. I made up a batch in a spray bottle for spot cleaning. It works well and makes the floors shine.


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