How to clean laminate flooring? Our tips and care guide.

Aug 27, 2026

While laminate flooring is easy to maintain on a daily basis, it still requires certain precautions to preserve its appearance and prevent damage. Water, inappropriate cleaning products, and abrasive particles, in particular, can damage its surface or even cause irreversible damage.

How do you clean laminate flooring? What product should you use? Can you wash it with water or a steam mop? We’ve compiled our recommendations into a handy laminate care guide—perfect for consulting and keeping on hand.

How do you clean laminate flooring?

Start by regularly removing dust and debris with a vacuum cleaner. This step should be done weekly to prevent abrasive particles from damaging the floor’s surface.

When mopping, use a pH-neutral, all-purpose cleaner that doesn’t require rinsing and leaves no residue. Apply the product to a flat-head mop fitted with a clean, damp microfiber cover, rather than directly onto the floor.

Caution: Laminate flooring is sensitive to moisture. Therefore, avoid cleaning it with excessive amounts of water and wipe up any spills immediately. Water can seep into the floor’s seams and cause swelling, warping, and irreversible damage. For this same reason, the use of a steam mop is not recommended.

What products should you avoid on laminate flooring?

Avoid harsh chemicals, scouring powders, and abrasive products, such as magic erasers. These can damage the laminate’s protective layer and make it more vulnerable to scratches and stains.

Here’s a detail you might not think about: if you use a microfiber mop head, avoid washing it with fabric softener. Fabric softener can soak into the fabric and leave streaks on the floor while you’re cleaning.

How can you protect laminate flooring on a daily basis?

A few simple habits can help protect your floor for longer. Be careful to avoid excessive pressure of any kind: lift heavy furniture rather than dragging it, place felt pads under the legs, and use a protective mat under chairs with casters. Vacuuming frequently and placing rugs at entrances also helps limit the presence of small abrasive particles.

The humidity level in your home also plays an important role. We recommend maintaining a relative humidity between 35% and 55% and avoiding sudden changes in temperature and humidity, which can cause the material to expand or contract.

Finally, prolonged exposure to UV rays can cause discoloration or damage to the finish. Curtains on large windows can help reduce the floor’s direct exposure to sunlight.