Asked on Dec 19, 2015

Bring laminate floor shine back

Yvonne
by Yvonne
How can you bring the shine back to laminate floors?
  7 answers
  • Janet Pizaro Janet Pizaro on Dec 20, 2015
    There is a product called rejuvenate that is the laminate flooring for restoration. Home Depot carries this. If you cannot find it there you can order it from there website.
  • MN Mom MN Mom on Dec 20, 2015
    Hi Yvonne Sometimes laminate floors (both vinyl and wood laminate) get a soap build-up which causes the dull, milky appearance. Start with a good cleaning using floor vacuum followed by a dust mop. I don't care for brooms because they always leave something behind. You can give the floors a good scrub with warm water and white vinegar to remove any soap reside from past washings. Finish up after the floors air dry with another clean dust free buffing. I like a cloth like a cotton diaper or lint free cleaning rag. If you choose to purchase a product, I suggest Bona floor cleaner which is available at many home stores. Good luck!
  • Wrenzo Thompson Wrenzo Thompson on Dec 20, 2015
    The first question that should be asked is..."What has caused the shine to go away?" The shine usually diminishes after a wax, rejuvenation or low grade acrylic/polymer has been used. These products leave a layer of film on a floor that builds after each consecutive use. Shining for a moment and then dulling quite quickly. If that is the cause, Basic Coatings makes a product designed to remove most buildup with the exception of wax. The name of the product is called Dissolver. It will have to be followed by a product called Squeaky. After the film has been removed and cleaned, then a coating of commercial high solids polyurethane can be applied. The shine will then last for years with proper cleaning.
  • Yvonne Yvonne on Dec 20, 2015
    Thanks Janet. I will check into that. Have an awesome day!
  • Shari Lemieux Shari Lemieux on Dec 20, 2015
    I have used the Rejuvenate and had awesome results - looked like a new floor.
  • Billye Rider Billye Rider on Dec 20, 2015
    GO ON AMAZON.COM AND GET "PRO SHOT INDUSTRIAL RE-NEWING...COST $19.95..COMES IN 32 OUNCE BOTTLE..JUST MOP IT ON..BEAUTIFUL FINISH..
  • Yvonne Yvonne on Dec 20, 2015
    Thanks Shari. You are the second on to recommend Rejuvenate. That is on my list of things to purchase. Have a great day!