The Best Mop for Laminate Floors: How to Keep Your Floors Looking New

April 30, 2024 | Cleaning Tips

Laminate flooring has grown massively in popularity since 1977 due to its realistic look and feel, great value and ease of installation. Whether you already have laminate flooring or are considering ripping up your current flooring in favor of replica wood, the appeal and benefits of laminate are abundant.

To keep your laminate floors looking fantastic, you need to pick the right mop. Laminate floors can be a beautiful addition to your home, but you have to be careful when cleaning them.

Using the wrong mop can leave streaks, cause damage, and make your floors look less shiny. In this guide, we'll explore how to take care of your laminate flooring and help you find the best mop for the job.

Before you start cleaning – understand the basics

Even though laminate floors look like hardwood they cannot be revarnished, so it’s worth your time and effort to keep them clean and free from grit and moisture.

You can put mats by exterior doors and felt pads under the feet and corners of heavy furniture and chairs to prevent scratching.

But it is important to keep laminate clean, as dust, dirt, and grit particles may scratch the surface over time. It is also important to make sure water doesn’t pool on laminate, so make sure you clean up spills quickly.

Should you mop laminate flooring?

Before we explore the best mop options, let's address the question of whether you should mop laminate flooring at all. The answer is yes, but with care.

Laminate floors are not as forgiving as other flooring types, and excess moisture can seep into the seams, causing damage. That's why selecting the right mop and using proper techniques is crucial.

What is the best mop for laminate floors?

The following two mop types are excellent choices for laminate floors.

Microfiber spray mops

Microfiber spray mops are a popular choice for cleaning laminate floors. This is because they can be used dry or damp as you can control the moisture going onto the floor. These mops are gentle on the surface and effectively remove dust, dirt, and pet hair without scratching or leaving streaks.

The double-sided microfiber mop pads on the ProMist MAX Spray Mop are machine washable and reusable, making them both cost-effective and a more sustainable way to clean. For the best results, opt for a microfiber mop with a swivel head to reach tight corners and under furniture.

Microfiber spin mops

Spin mops have gained popularity for their efficiency in cleaning laminate floors. They are perfect for tackling deeper cleaning tasks without excessive moisture. O-Cedar spin mop buckets feature a foot-activated wringer, which controls the moisture level in your mophead. For particularly stubborn stains, try our Deep Clean refills, which were designed with a custom scrubbing pad to buff out tough stains.

All O-Cedar microfiber mop heads remove 99% of bacteria with just water.* Or, pair them with an enzyme cleaner like O-Cedar PACS Hard Floor Cleaner.

This is the best way to mop laminate floors

The best way to clean a laminate floor involves using a microfiber mop and mopping in the direction of the floor planks. Here are some detailed tips:

Start by sweeping your floors thoroughly. This process removes loose dirt and debris, making your mopping more effective. Here are some tips:

Start by sweeping the floor to eliminate larger particles.
Mop with a spray mop or microfiber spin mop, making sure to control the moisture level in your mop head.
Remember to always mop in the direction of the floor planks to prevent streaks.

Conclusion

In your quest to find the best mop for laminate floors remember that gentle care and the right tools are key to preserving their beauty. Make sure to follow the tips provided to achieve a streak-free shine.

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**Removes, does not kill, over 99% of E. coli and Staph. aureus from pre-finished hardwood flooring and ceramic tiling using tap water, as tested at an independent accredited lab.