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Scratches
Scratches in laminate floors can often be filled in with a little bit of wood putty that is similar in color to the floor. Use a putty knife to fill in the cracks, and then clean the area with a dry cloth to remove any residue. You should put some type of seal over the wood putty to protect the repair; clear nail polish can be an excellent solution if the scratch on your laminate floors is small.
Another option is to check with the manufacturer to find out if they sell scratch repair pencils. This pencil is made of a waxy substance that is color matched to your specific floor. You "color" over the area in your laminate flooring that has the scratch and small bits of the pencil fill in the scratch. Consider purchasing one of these pencils if available when purchasing your laminate floors to take care of any scratches as they appear. Found this answer on a website: Published by Amy Whittle on Mar 27, 2008 at Associated Content
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How long can I expect a new laminate floor to last?
It is estimated that a laminate floor can last up to 20 years, before it needs replacing.
Can you lay a laminate floor over a ceramic tile floor?
Yes. You should use a good quality underlay with it though to reduce the noise of the laminate knocking on the tiles.
Cleaning Your Laminate Floors?
Your laminate flooring makes a beautiful addition to your home and you need to maintain it in order to protect your investment. Clean your laminate flooring by using a dry mop, broom or vacuum cleaner to remove all the heavy dirt, dust and hair. Then use a steam mop or slightly damp cloth to clean and sanitize your floor and make it shine. Avoid using a traditional mop because this will leave too much water and cause your floor to swell and buckle. Avoid using any chemicals on your floor as this will destroy the floor's protective finish.
Is it better to use laminate or hardwood for a floating floor?
The floors themselves install in a very similar fashion. If you want a floor with a lot of shine, you will want to go with hardwood. If cost is an issue, laminate.
Can you use steam cleaner on laminate floors?
no, never. Steam cleaners and steam mops leave to much water on a laminate floor.
Can you tile over a laminate floor?
Remove the laminate floor first
How do you remove scuff marks from laminate floors?
When attempting to remove the scuff marks from a laminate floor, it is essential you do not make it worse by scratching the floor. A used tennis ball works very well to remove these marks.
How do you remove dry fingernail polish from a wood laminate floor?
You can remove dry fingernail polish from a wood laminate floor by first using fingernail polish remover or acetone to cut the polish. Then, use your fingernail to scrape the remaining polish from the floor.
Can you put laminate floor on top of laminate floor?
Yes, you can.
Formica Laminate ?
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Some one painted shellac on the floor to make it shine Now full of flaking and scratches How do you refinish a laminate floor?
You can't refinish it. Laminate is a form of plastic. I'm sorry to say, but your floor is probably ruined beyond repair. You can try to remove the shellac, but be prepared to tear out the floor instead and replace if this doesn't work. I'd try a bit of citrus-based stripper on an inconspicuous area (closet?) - it will easily remove the shellac, but might damage the finish on the floor. (Can't be any worse than what you have now, right?) The citrus-based strippers work just as effectively as harsher chemical strippers, but seem to cause less damage to other materials. I've used it successfully to remove stain and polyurethane from vinyl windows, with no damage. Once done, clean the floor well with a laminate floor cleaner or window cleaner.
How do you remove rubber marks from a wood laminate floor?
I think that they can be erased with an art gum eraser
How do you remove a rubbed scuff mark from laminate floor?
Try the Magic Eraser. Great for getting scuff marks off base boards; it might work on laminate floor as well. -- Carol Cleanicity, Founder
Can a laminate floor be refinished?
Laminate floor cannot be refinished. It will have to be replaced. Hardwood flooring can be refinished.
What type of buffing pad should you use on a laminate floor?
You should not buff a laminate floor.
Can you install laminate floor over laminate floor?
No, laminate is floating type of floor installed over an insulation pad. Hardwood floor has to be nailed, stapled or glued to the subfloor. If you do manage to install hardwood on top of laminate sooner or later your Laminate floor will expand due to high temperature or humidity and it will create gaps between hardwood planks.
How do you remove appliance paint off a laminate floor?
Try WD 40 and a nylon sink sponge. Start lightly, not much good in removing the paint and scratching the floor. Some laminate will take this abuse some won't.
