Laminate quickly gained its popularity due to the fact that it is beautiful, durable, practical. Each self-respecting manufacturer guarantees that the best brands of its products can serve for at least 20 years. But how to care for him to achieve such a result?
Daily care
The daily care to which the Versailles laminate should be exposed is quite simple: easy wet cleaning, a couple of passages with a vacuum cleaner - and that's all, the mission is completed. When conducting such events, be sure to remember that the rag that you are cleaning should be clean, always moist, but not wet at all! Wet flooring should be wiped clean with a soft cloth.
Never, under any circumstances, use abrasive powders or cleaning products based on acid or alkali. Quality laminate "Versailles" should not be rubbed with wax, as you will not improve its appearance, but you can leave ugly spots. And certainly never use metal brushes - the beautiful patterns from the intricate weaving of scratches are simply guaranteed in this case!
It is very important to observe the microclimate of the room. Keep the temperature not higher than 22 degrees Celsius, and humidity not more than 60%. In any case, sudden changes in temperature should never be allowed. In particular, the Versailles laminate is very afraid of drafts.
How to prevent mechanical damage?
• To avoid scratches from grains of sand, before entering the house, it is imperative to provide rugs.
• Feet bags should be put on the legs of all furniture. If you buy a new sofa or chair, choose one that has rubber wheels.
• Reposition furniture as carefully as possible. Heavy objects are carefully moved around a pre-arranged piece of cloth.
• Do not wear high-heeled shoes at home - only soft slippers!
• Be careful with small children - it is better to choose a separate room for their games.
• In addition, if your house has a large (or even not so) dog, you should cut its nails often. It’s better not to let her into the room where the Versailles Oak laminate is laid.
You may notice that this gender requires certain sacrifices from its owners. Are they worth it? Of course! After all, a laminate floor is surprisingly beautiful, and its cost is much less than a parquet board, which also needs careful personal care.
How to fix the damage?
If damage happens, do not be alarmed. If this is a slight scratch, just use a special paste. Unfortunately, if the damage is too great, then the Versailles laminate will have to be replaced in its damaged part. You can not even resort to the services of specialists, but replace the damaged panel on your own.
Stain removal
• Stains can be removed in several ways. Ketchup, blood, jam and wine are removed with a soft, light cloth that has previously been moistened with warm water.
• To remove oil or traces of rubber soles, you can use a soft, light cloth dampened with nail polish remover.
• Chewing gum or wax is removed only after it has hardened. After that, they are carefully scraped off with a rubber spatula. Ink, marker or pen is removed with acetone.
It should be remembered that the laying of the Versailles laminate will be justified only if it is carefully taken care of.