One of the best features of modern laminate floors is their durability. Even in areas with heavy foot traffic, laminate floor can retain its fresh-out-of-the-box shine without endless hours of cleaning and polishing. This is a big reason for the product’s popularity among homeowners. However, there may be times when you notice the occasional skid mark on your floor. These marks often originate from dress shoes, children’s toys, or wheeled chairs and carts moving across the floor in a particularly rough manner. Keep scrolling to learn how to remove scuff marks from high gloss laminate floors!
While unsightly, most scuff marks are relatively easy to remove from floor laminate using items you likely already have at home. Here are a few tricks that have proven to be particularly effective with both laminate and vinyl floors that have a high gloss finish:
Treat with rubber.
Since scuff marks on laminate floors are typically the result of rubber residue sticking to the surface, an effective way to treat them is with other rubber products. Take a regular pencil eraser or the sole of a tennis shoe and rub the skid mark using a circular motion. The mark should gradually fade, leaving your floors looking perfect again. If your floor is a lighter shade, it might be a good idea to test a small, discreet area first to make sure the eraser and/or tennis shoe doesn’t produce any discoloration.
Apply pressure using a dry mop.
If your floor doesn’t respond to the above method, you can try using any type of dry mop. These typically are used with disposable dusting pads. When you apply a significant amount of pressure, this can remove smudges on your high gloss floors.
Apply WD-40.
If you think WD-40 is only good for rusty bicycle chains and squeaky door hinges, think again. It is actually a very versatile product with many practical applications, and is gentle enough to use even on ultra-shiny piano finish laminate. To eliminate stubborn scuff marks from this kind of floor surface, simply spray a bit of WD-40 onto a clean rag and rub away the smudges. Follow up with a wet cloth to get rid of any remaining traces of lubricant.
Wipe with commercial cleaners.
Another option for removing scuff marks from laminate floors is to use commercial cleaners on the affected area. If you choose this route, be sure to purchase nonabrasive products that were specifically designed for use on the type of floor you have. Some brand names to consider include Mr. Clean Magic Eraser, Simple Green, and Goo Gone. Again, always test an inconspicuous spot first to make sure the cleaner doesn’t cause an unexpected problem. As you can see, it doesn’t take much to get rid of ugly scuff marks using common household products or affordable commercial cleaners. Now that you know how to combat this problem, you no longer have to let blemishes mar the appearance of your laminate floor.
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2 comments
Do I have to rase the wax ring on the toilet or just leve it like it is
Thanks for your question, Marty. You should be able to leave it just as it is.