We Used A Steam Mop On Laminate Floors. Here's What We Noticed. | Cleaning Without Chemicals
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- čas přidán 19. 06. 2024
- We went against a bunch of internet advice and used steam to clean laminate flooring. Here's what we noticed.
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0:00-0:43 - Intro
0:44-2:06 - Process
2:07-3:19 - Cleaning Pads In A Pinch
3:20-3:54 - To Vacuum Or Not?
3:55-5:19 - Is It Recommended?
5:20-5:43 - Water Caution
5:44-6:53 - A Dangerous Mistake
6:54-8:00 - Final Thoughts
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UPDATE 8/11 - So far so good!
There are several types of laminate which are approved for Steam Mops.
The bevels on this one looks like it is one of them.
My favorites are in the Revwood Line, the Plus and Premier lines.
Budget laminates are far riskier.
Water won't hurt the LVPs, but if you steam them to hot, you can have issues with peeling as the plastic wear layer delaminates.
Note: I am a flooring professional... its my job
Thanks, just purchased the same Bissell steamer the other day. Was very pleased on the tile. Was wondering about my upstairs laminate floors. Will let it rip in a couple days. I will use the low setting. 👍🏼
Thank you for clarifying the use of steam mops. I just purchased a new Bissell steam mop.
Been using a Shark on our cheap, floating laminate floors for almost 2 years now, every 2-4 weeks. Floors always look perfect, and there's been no changes, warping or damage.
Thank you so much for taking the time and sharing!! I needed to stay away from fear and get the job done 🙏 I’ll be careful and try a spot in case I have a cheap laminated floor lol!
Thank you!! I'm so glad you did this video!
This is extremely helpful. I have laminate floors and really want to use one. Thank you so much. How often do you stream your floors?
I have a Shark steam mop that I've used religiously on my laminate floors. Does great❤
I have been using a steam mop weekly on our laminate floors for 5 years. So far so good. My 3 boys and 2 Newfies are much more damaging to the floors than my steam mop 🤣
We also have a steam mop on our laminate been using it for 2 years on new lam. My mop is the type that has two rotating pads. There are areas of damage on the laminate after using the steam mop.. It seems to damage the areas of the floor that were already having issues.. so it didn't cause the initial damage from what we can tell but if you have any areas where the laminate has any previous damage such as peeling or being loose or any gaps at all the steam mop def makes these things much worse.. we still use it we just avoid those few areas. we believe the home builder wasn't the best at flooring, and I also believe the rotating pads caused the lam to peel on the edges of the planks over time some what. This is using the lowest gentle setting possible water only being careful. if you have a perfectly tight laid floor job by a professional then im betting the results would be much like your explaining..😊. I bet some types of lam tolerate it better than others as well..
I’ve used my steam mop on my laminate floors for the past 2 years and absolutely no damage.
Awesome video! Love my steam mop! Especially since I have cats and often have dogs here. I call them “rented” dogs since I run a pet sitting business! 👍👍👍
Bissell makes the best floor cleaning products! Just my personal experience.
Does anyone rinse out the mop several times while mopping the floor?
I loved mine!😊❤ on my laminate floors 😊
Hey btw the vacuum linked in the description isn’t the one shown in the video, the one you have is the shark stratos.
PS I a love your videos.
Best model to use?
Can not really tell, but does your laminate click together so it only has a line where it joins or is it like mine that when clicked tight, it has a factory grove where dust and such collect. Did not notice this till purchases and laid down, grrrr.
Right around 4:35 I see some buckling of moisture along the seams, and then it dips in the after. Is that the same area? Was that from the steam mop? Or was there a spill or water damage that caused that?
We've had lament floors for many years and have always used a steam mop. We've never experienced any damage from th emop at all.
is it still good?
Hi. Informative video. When you rinse off the cover, can you put it straight back on and continue steam cleaning - or do you need to let the cover dry first?
I'm not trying to sound sarcastic but why would you need to dry the pad if it's going to get wet from the steam anyway? In fact, I've read on other posts where some folks wet the pad before they begin use.
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Can you use vinegar in there also?
No, just plain water. The acidity in vinegar will corrode the interior of your steam cleaner.
We used a steam mop on our laminate flooring twice. If any water is on the floor for more than 10 mins now the laminate absorbs between the cracks and warps. They curl along their length. Must be really cheap laminate? It's seems the steam mop stripped any water repellency away.
Have you heard of a film being left behind on the floor? I'm curious as to whether this is the water quality or if it's because the pads are dirty. Any feedback from any commenter is totally welcome! Thanks for sharing!
I have used the Bissell on tile and found that if you are running fast speed, more water, don’t let it sit in one location to long. Seems to leave to much water behind to dry, which can leave the unsightly streak appearing. I was very satisfied with my floors, could never get rid of the filmy reflection. After one use, I will not be using a mop ever again.
Mine warped so bad after using the steam mop. But my laminate floor wasn’t ul listed and was random Ali express garbage haha
Anyone tried this on LVP flooring for a long period of time?
vinyl should be fine - it's plastic and supposed to be waterproof
Do not leave mop standing in one spot will leave a mark.
Anyone use one on their RV laminate floor?
Looks like tile in a wood pattern
You can use water from dehumidifier. It’s also safe for plants. 🪴
You can use water from dehumidifier. It’s also safe for plants. 🪴