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Use a Laminate Cleaner Spray

Several brands offer sprays specifically designed for cleaning laminate, if you ‘re looking for more than just vacuuming and a damp cloth. The R2X Hard surface cleaner from Shaw Floors, for instance, can be sprayed onto the floor lightly and wiped away with a soft cloth. Browse our picks for the best laminate floor cleaners for a restorative shine.

A good tip for laminate floor installation is mixing and matching colors and adding a few stone tiles as accents.

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Don’t Use Magnetic-Style Cleaning Pads

Because too much moisture is bad for cleaning your laminate floors, you may consider the use of dry magnetic-type pads that pick up dirt and soil. But these should be avoided, since they can cause buildup over time, resulting in dullness.

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