How to Clean and Maintain Laminate Flooring

Laminate flooring has become a favourite choice for modern homes thanks to its realistic wood appearance, durable wear layers, and easy maintenance. A clear routine and the right accessories help your floor stay fresh, clean, and beautiful throughout daily life.

Table of Contents

• Choosing the Right Laminate
• Useful Accessories
• Daily Cleaning
• Weekly Cleaning
• Spills and Stains
• Long Term Care
  

Start With Water-Resistant, Durable Laminate

If you’re picking laminate flooring that’s easier to clean and maintain, look for ranges described as water-resistant or water-repellent. For example:

• Dali 8mm Plank Laminate Flooring offers a scratch-resistant, waterproof surface designed for everyday wear. 
• For a thicker, more durable option, Dali 12mm Plank Laminate Flooring gives extra robustness underfoot so it is useful if you expect heavy foot traffic or regular movement of furniture.
• If you prefer a more decorative pattern (while keeping practicality), Dali 12mm Herringbone Laminate Flooring combines the classic look of herringbone parquet with modern water-resistant and click-lock installation technology.

These types of laminate provide a protective top layer that repels small spills and resists scratches, which is a good base for a low-maintenance, long-lasting floor.

Add the Right Underlay and Accessories

A proper underlay is more than just comfy underfoot as it can add insulation, reduce noise, and support the floor so it wears evenly over time. For example:

• Gold Foam Underlay 15m² offers moisture protection and insulation, helping your laminate perform better in busier rooms or spaces prone to damp or fluctuating temperature.
  

Using underlay helps protect the laminate’s locking system and structure from stress and wear, which in turn makes cleaning and maintenance easier.

Daily and Weekly Cleaning Routine

To keep your laminate looking great:

• Use a soft-bristled broom or a vacuum designed for hard floors to remove dust and grit. These small particles can scratch the surface if left underfoot.
• For deeper cleaning once a week, use a barely damp microfibre mop or cloth. Avoid soaking the floor since excess moisture may seep between the boards and damage them over time (even water-resistant laminate benefits from prompt drying).
• Wipe up spills immediately with a dry or slightly damp cloth. Even “water-resistant” laminate performs best when water is removed quickly.

Handling Spills, Stains, and High Traffic Areas

• For everyday stains, some gentle cleaning with a damp cloth or a laminate-safe cleaner will usually suffice. Do not use harsh, bleach-based or highly abrasive cleaning agents.
• In rooms with heavy traffic or potential humidity (hallways, kitchens, maybe ground floor flats), combining a tough laminate (like Dali 12 mm) with a moisture-protective underlay improves long-term performance.
• Add furniture-felt pads under chair and table legs to avoid scratches. Entry mats are also helpful to catch grit before it reaches the floor.

Long-Term Care Tips

• Keep floors dry and avoid leaving water standing on the surface. Even with water-resistant laminate, it’s best to dry spills right away.
• Vacuum or sweep regularly to avoid build-up of dust or grit that could scratch the surface over time.
• Use underlay and protective pads to reduce impact on the boards and joints.
• For very busy areas, check periodically for signs of wear, loose joints, or edge separation as these may need adjustment or replacement to avoid damage to the core layers.

Get some Laminate Flooring today and transform your home.