The reason why people select laminate floors for their homes is the easy installation procedure and the simple methods of laminate floor care. Laminate floors are installed by floating planks over pre-existing substrates. Since they are susceptible to damage on exposure to water laminate floors are not installed in bathrooms or kitchen areas. Routine care for laminate floors involves a simple dust mop, run over with a vacuum cleaner or lightly dampened mop. Though routine care is hassle-free laminate flooring is far from indestructible. Changes in the surface and structure can occur with time. However by adhering to the manufacturer’s instructions regarding the laminate flooring care it is possible to minimize the changes.

How To Care For Laminate Floor?
Some basic steps to take care of laminate floors include

• Placing mats before sinks, stoves, room entrances and high traffic areas.


• Placing felt protector pads under furniture feet


• Shifting furniture by lifting it rather than dragging or pushing it.


• Maintaining proper levels of temperature and humidity.

Some of the most popular brands of laminate flooring include Pergo, Wilsonart, Dupont, Mohawk, Shaw, Armstrong, Witex, Alloc, Mannington and Quick-Step. Pergo laminate consists of a wear-resistant melamine laminate over decorative layer bonded to a moisture resistant wood core. It is well-known for its beauty and durability which is estimated to be 25 times more than the laminate of a kitchen counter top.

How To Take Care Of Pergo Laminate Flooring?
The surface of the Pergo laminate floor is such that dust does not adhere easily. Vacuuming or wiping soiled areas with a clean, damp mop will suffice to keep it clean. In case of difficult spots like tar, shoe or nail polish cleaning gently with pergo cleaner and vinegar will remove the stain. Water and ammonia-water solution may also be used but other cleaners may leave a dull layer.

The beauty of laminate wood flooring is that it looks very much like hardwood floors after it has been installed. With proper care wood laminate flooring looks brand new even after several years of use. Care of wood laminate flooring involves the use of vacuum cleaners designed for wood floors and mopping the floor with a no-wax cleaner after wash. Inexpensive cleaners designed specifically for laminate wood floor care are available in stores. To take care of hardwood laminate avoid using regular detergents and soap products that is likely to transform the warmth and the natural beauty of the floor, dull and lusterless.