I just used your method to clean my laminate and it worked great. The prior owners of our house installed (I think) the cheapest laminate and it has always been a hassle to get them to look clean. They're always dull. Your solution left my floors looking a little shinier and smelling oh-so-fresh. It does not remove marring and scratches but I understand that is normal wear and tear. Thank you for sharing!
This works sooo well!!! Thank you so, so, so much! ❤ I was using the swiffer with the wet mopping pads, but it left my laminate hazy and smudgy and looked terrible and dirty still. This made them look so clean. Especially in just the right light or sun patches that would show every imperfection!!
WOWZA! 🤗 I just used this on my 20+ year old laminate floors-high traffic, scratches and scoffs and I admit I’ve used various product on it including light wax for hardwood floors-but this did a beautiful job deep cleaning and restoring some luster and dried immediately-used a bucket, rag and good old fashion,down on the floor, hand washing with elbow grease💪. I used a thin utility knife to scrap off any stuck on ‘dirt’ spots and buildup-that worked great too, just keep blade at a slant and run it across spot. THANK YOU! This will be my ‘go to’ cleaner from now on! (Don’t know what I’ll do with all the cleaning and restoring product I just bought for annual deep spring cleaning!😂)
Brotato Chip I’ve had this laminate flooring for a year and never cleaned it out of fear. But today sir ? Today u have ripped fear out of my heart and empowered me to go buy cleaning supplies.. and also to clean my floor lol thanks dude great video
Awesome video. I just put laminate floors in my house and I heard horror stories about the laminate being ruined by liquid cleaning and was worried about what to use.
I prefer to kneel and scrub, how much, how much water would I add to the alcohol and cleaning concentrate? Also, does it remove the silicone from inexpensive rug backing which is my main problem?
I am going to try this I have the same type of microfiber mop but have been told to use vinegar and water and the floor still looks so smudgy and dirty and streaky im at a loss im 30 weeks prego and nesting its bothering me so bad no matter what i do the floor looks so bad still......hope this works!!!
Because Vinegar isn't that great of a cleaner despite what people tell you. I'ts an acid and you need alkaline products to clean surfaces in the most effective way.
I am going to try Mrs. Meyers Clean Day solution. I've been looking for something to clean my laminate floors. I need a little shine to my floors. Thank you for sharing.
I know this one is old but it’s how I found you! I was wondering, could you use the Mrs. Meyers Multi Surface cleaner instead of the concentrate? And if so, any idea what the ratio would be?
Hello Barbara! If you're referring to the Miss Meyers ready to us mix that comes in a squirt bottle... then no. Only use the concentrate to make your mixture. The ready to use mix is already diluted so if you dilute it even more it will kill all of it's cleaning ability. If you want a further explanation of how all that works I highly recommend you check out my video I did about understanding the pH scale. You will find that video on the channel under my playlist series entitled "Understanding Cleaning Chemicals"
Thank you! Thought maybe since it was already diluted I could just use more. I get it though. Was just hoping because I couldn’t get my fav scent in the concentrate and my husband apparently hates the smell of the one I do I have. I’ll check the video. Thanks again!!
@@OGCJ10 yes, the only way I get results is if I use a microfiber rag with the cleaning solution, then rinse it and pass it again clean with only water, so it removes any soapy residue.
Thank you,every video I've seen so far on wooden floor cleaning,they all have a different concoction that you use as a cleaning agent, I'm guessing that it really doesn't matter.
Happy to help! Cleaning agent isnt that important, the idea is your want to keep it as close to ph neutral without getting too crazy. And also not get the floor too wet since it’s laminate.👍
Thank you for the video, we just had laminate flooring installed and needed advice on maintenaning them. Quick question, does it matter if the water is hot or cold??
Please do some research first before using this guys cleaning solution. Rubbing alcohol can ruin some laminate floors. Also oil based cleaners are bad as well. I don't want your new floors to be destroyed. This guy thinks there is a drying agent in rubbing alcohol. I don't think he's very informed.
@@roadrunner123 maybe hot water does something to the laminate glue. Everything I have read says you should use as little water as possible then wipe it up as soon as possible. There is a lot of contradictory information out there when it comes to how to clean laminate floors. I just want my floors shinny again but everything I use gives me streaks. I'm trying this new stuff I found called ZEPS. It seems to be doing ok.
It doesn't work because that are no surfactants in vinegar to break the surface tension. If you wanted to use vinegar you would have to add some dish soap with it.
@@CleanWithConfidence thanks for the response! By chance do you recommend a DIY solution for deep cleans on laminate? Would it be okay if I used 1/4 cup of pinesol and warm water??
@@isaactrevino2983 I recommend ph neutral floor cleaners. When you use things that are not ph neutral they can very easily leave your floors sticky. Pine Sol isnn’t ph neutral, it is alkaline.
@@CleanWithConfidence would this one specifically be considered ph neutral? It says Hardwood & Laminate Floor Cleaner but does not say ph neutral. The other one that said ph neutral said do not use on hardwood floors and said nothing about it being safe on laminate floors. My bad for all the questions I just wanna make sure I don’t mess this up.
@@isaactrevino2983 I would recommend Zep ph neutral floor cleaner. ECO Labs and OdoBan also make great ph neutral floor cleaners. I highly recommend you watch this video: ua-cam.com/video/U0LSxF8Yr0E/v-deo.htmlsi=F5YZF5qLQiN3sSlo
@@chillykisses6574 depends on how dirty the floors are. If they are filthy you will just be spreading it. A string mop and bucket allow you to rinse the mop as you go.
Will this help the laminate floors from warping and lifting? I’ve found that using a regular foam Mop/regular mop and water with pinesol/fabuloso is a NO GO for laminate.
I've got the Rubbermaid mop but HELP!! I've got the wood sheeting floor, and it has what looks like a white film over it in places where I've mopped more frequently. Using some stuff called Real Simple Clean now. Will this work or make it UGLIER??😬😱
I have a friend that has some bodily stains on his floor at his desk where he sits. It is laminate tiles and I don't want to wreck the tiles. Any suggestions?
@@Ashareon Absolutely, although I no longer recommend Murphys Oil. Nowadays I only recommend ph neutral floor cleaners. EcoLabs ph Neutral floor cleaner from Home Depot is the best.
I can't find the answer to this anywhere. I have laminate flooring in my entire house. Cooking oil from the stove has accumulated in the kitchen floor, I can't find anything that says how to clean it. I was told by the company that if I used anything other than Bona or Bruce it would void the warranty.
That's because alot of the manufacturers have no idea how to clean. You can just use some Dawn dish soap and a damp cloth. All you have to avoid with laminate floors is getting them too wet.
You could try. If not, I would recommend getting a bucket of water putting a few squirts of Dawn Dish Soap in it and mopping the floor with a good old fashioned string mop. Just make sure you don't get the floors too wet.
Dude, thanks for this, as a Bachelor I had no idea how to clean my laminate floors, love the energy and humor man, subscribed.
Happy to help, welcome to the channel!!🙂
I just used your method to clean my laminate and it worked great. The prior owners of our house installed (I think) the cheapest laminate and it has always been a hassle to get them to look clean. They're always dull. Your solution left my floors looking a little shinier and smelling oh-so-fresh. It does not remove marring and scratches but I understand that is normal wear and tear.
Thank you for sharing!
Happy to help thanks for the testimony!!
no wonder my floor's all sticky. Exactly the answer I was looking for. Thank you!
happy to help
This works sooo well!!! Thank you so, so, so much! ❤ I was using the swiffer with the wet mopping pads, but it left my laminate hazy and smudgy and looked terrible and dirty still. This made them look so clean. Especially in just the right light or sun patches that would show every imperfection!!
happy to help!
WOWZA! 🤗 I just used this on my 20+ year old laminate floors-high traffic, scratches and scoffs and I admit I’ve used various product on it including light wax for hardwood floors-but this did a beautiful job deep cleaning and restoring some luster and dried immediately-used a bucket, rag and good old fashion,down on the floor, hand washing with elbow grease💪. I used a thin utility knife to scrap off any stuck on ‘dirt’ spots and buildup-that worked great too, just keep blade at a slant and run it across spot. THANK YOU! This will be my ‘go to’ cleaner from now on! (Don’t know what I’ll do with all the cleaning and restoring product I just bought for annual deep spring cleaning!😂)
Awesome! Thanks for the testimony!! :)
1/2 cup 70% rubbing alcohol
1 cap Ms.meyer’s concentrate
Rest with water
“1 cap” what does that mean?
@@Krueger303staaap the cap
@@Krueger303 the lid.
Just wow bro, My floors have never looked better… You are the man.
That is all
Happy to help!
I love your videos. You just make me smile and feel like cleaning can be something to laugh about instead of cry about!!!
Glad you are enjoying them!! 🙂
When I saw him pull that dance move @ 0:44 with confidence I knew this was the video for me to clean my laminate floors with confidence😎l
Hahaha! Welcome to the channel bro!
Brotato Chip I’ve had this laminate flooring for a year and never cleaned it out of fear. But today sir ? Today u have ripped fear out of my heart and empowered me to go buy cleaning supplies.. and also to clean my floor lol thanks dude great video
A *WHOLE YEAR???* 😬
I am familiar with that fear!
I'll have to try this for my floors because right now I hate them!!
:)
Hygene makes a good one too...im a custodian and i use one at work...love it!!
Awesome video. I just put laminate floors in my house and I heard horror stories about the laminate being ruined by liquid cleaning and was worried about what to use.
Happy to help! That is correct, they will only get messed up if you slop mop.👍🙂
Love this mop, solution recipe, and video. By far the best laminate floor cleaner. Thank you!
You are welcome!
"Dry your eyes" *swipes camera lens* i love that xD
:)
I prefer to kneel and scrub, how much, how much water would I add to the alcohol and cleaning concentrate? Also, does it remove the silicone from inexpensive rug backing which is my main problem?
Can’t wait to try this out on my new home! Thanks for the video!
You are welcome
These videos are actually appreciated! Thanks for the upload I am getting new hardwood floors installed tho the laminate looks great as well.
You are welcome!
Don't use rubbing alcohol on hardwood floors before looking up what finish is on your floors. It can ruin your floors.
About to go buy me all 3 things, hope this works, I hate my floors 🤦♀️. I'll be back to comment on how the floors look ,and feel once I'm done.
How did it go?
@@KelseyDrummerShe is still busy mopping.
So happy with this video now my laminate floors looks great thanks so much
You are very welcome!
I tried this and absolutely loved this
Thanks very much!
Happy to help
I’m crying laughing when he said dry your eyes and proceded to wipe the tear away 🤣🤣 I’m high watching this lol
Lol glad you enjoyed the video🙂
I’m a new subscriber after only 30 secs of this video❣️👍🏽 Thank you❣️🙏🏽
Happy to help, welcome to the channel!
This Guy Rocks !
Thanks
Love this video… wonder how to remove water stains left on floor after mopping?
I haven’t tried this yet but everything else I’ve used/tried still leaves “dirty sock”. Will this pass the the sock test?
Is it possible you have wax on your laminate that you don’t know about?
Once I saw his own flooring, I was sold, lol. Take my money here i come walmart!!
lol
Can't wait to try it. Great humor plus we learn:)! Thanks
Happy to help!
Can’t I just use my sponge mop? With bucket of water with some fabuloso?
Love your humor on your videos. New subscriber!
Thank Melissa, welcome to the channel!!!
He said this is Styrofoam LOL
I confuse that with velcro sometimes. lol
😅
😹
😂
Velcro maybe? But then we are here to learn how to mop our floors??? 😮😂
I am going to try this I have the same type of microfiber mop but have been told to use vinegar and water and the floor still looks so smudgy and dirty and streaky im at a loss im 30 weeks prego and nesting its bothering me so bad no matter what i do the floor looks so bad still......hope this works!!!
Hello!
Thanks for the video. Is the water, room temperature, warm or hot? Once you have cleaned the entire floor, how often do you clean your floors?
Water is room temp. Also, just clean them when they are dirty. That differs from house to house depending on the quantity of traffic.
Where do you the cleaner?
Moving in to my first house. Thanks you saved me from a rabbit hole of googling
Happy to help
Great video handsome
I have a different mop, how much water roughly are you adding? About 2 cups? Thanks
Why don’t you like water and vinegar for laminate floors?
Because Vinegar isn't that great of a cleaner despite what people tell you. I'ts an acid and you need alkaline products to clean surfaces in the most effective way.
Can Bono be used on laminate
I don't recommend it
@@CleanWithConfidence thank you
Love love love this
Wonder how I can get rid of the straits
Glad you enjoyed the video! 🙂
I am going to try Mrs. Meyers Clean Day solution. I've been looking for something to clean my laminate floors. I need a little shine to my floors. Thank you for sharing.
Happy to help!
Super helpful thanks!
you are welcome
How much water exactly per 1/2 c alcohol please? Will this remive a buildip of former product ?
How much water if I use a spray bottle?
😅🤣 I'm rolling over here from your commentary 😆😅
Lol glad you enjoyed the video!🙂
Rubbing alcohol and Mrs Meyers? I got to try this! Question: I have the O Cedar microfiber Easy wring mop . Is it okay to use on wood laminate floors?
Yes as long as the mop isn't too wet. You can damp mop laminate as much as you want, you just can't slop mop laminate.
@@CleanWithConfidence Awesome! Thank you! 👍🏽
Great job, helped a lot, also like you’re humor!
Thanks for watching!
I know this one is old but it’s how I found you! I was wondering, could you use the Mrs. Meyers Multi Surface cleaner instead of the concentrate? And if so, any idea what the ratio would be?
Hello Barbara! If you're referring to the Miss Meyers ready to us mix that comes in a squirt bottle... then no. Only use the concentrate to make your mixture. The ready to use mix is already diluted so if you dilute it even more it will kill all of it's cleaning ability. If you want a further explanation of how all that works I highly recommend you check out my video I did about understanding the pH scale. You will find that video on the channel under my playlist series entitled "Understanding Cleaning Chemicals"
The name of the actual video is called "What is pH & why is it important?
Thank you! Thought maybe since it was already diluted I could just use more. I get it though. Was just hoping because I couldn’t get my fav scent in the concentrate and my husband apparently hates the smell of the one I do I have. I’ll check the video. Thanks again!!
How do you get rid of residue from bona on laminate floors?
Here is a video I made on that very subject: ua-cam.com/video/WyEO6GdKpFc/v-deo.html
Here is a video I made on that very subject: ua-cam.com/video/WyEO6GdKpFc/v-deo.html
How much solution do you put on the floor? Just enough to barely dampen the area? Thank you
Just a few squirts per area.
I’ve been using a dry and wet swifter. Why are my floors sooooo dirty? I live alone but my swifter turns black.
Will all the dirt just be pushed around?
@@Tommy_007 thats you use a string mop that can be rinsed along the way and not a flat mop. Flat mops push the dirt around 👍
@@CleanWithConfidence Thanks 🙂
I have laminate floors that are very sticky I tried your recipe with no success 😭 what do you recommend me to do? I’m desperate ☹️
Simple solution, STOP SPILLING SWEET LIQUIDS AND FOODS ON THE FLOORS 👍🏽
Did you find anything that worked?
@@OGCJ10 yes, the only way I get results is if I use a microfiber rag with the cleaning solution, then rinse it and pass it again clean with only water, so it removes any soapy residue.
I just tried it and it worked great. I didn't have Myers so I substituted with Faboloso.
How to make them shine? And can you use Murphys oil soap on laminate for the shine?
Thank you,every video I've seen so far on wooden floor cleaning,they all have a different concoction that you use as a cleaning agent, I'm guessing that it really doesn't matter.
Happy to help! Cleaning agent isnt that important, the idea is your want to keep it as close to ph neutral without getting too crazy. And also not get the floor too wet since it’s laminate.👍
Love your videos. Smart and funny. Fantastic. Thx
Thanks! Happy to help
Thank you for the video, we just had laminate flooring installed and needed advice on maintenaning them. Quick question, does it matter if the water is hot or cold??
No sir it doesn't matter.
Please do some research first before using this guys cleaning solution. Rubbing alcohol can ruin some laminate floors. Also oil based cleaners are bad as well. I don't want your new floors to be destroyed. This guy thinks there is a drying agent in rubbing alcohol. I don't think he's very informed.
I read that you should not use steam on your laminate floors and I can't imagine why hot water would be okay.
@@roadrunner123 maybe hot water does something to the laminate glue. Everything I have read says you should use as little water as possible then wipe it up as soon as possible. There is a lot of contradictory information out there when it comes to how to clean laminate floors. I just want my floors shinny again but everything I use gives me streaks. I'm trying this new stuff I found called ZEPS. It seems to be doing ok.
@@inspectorsteve2287 I just got laminate floors and am trying to figure out what works. I, too, am getting streaks with what I have tried so far.
Thanks for this very informative video. I use Bissel cleaning solution. Should I only add 1 capful as well?
Happy to help! Not sure, I have never used that solution so I dont know how powerful it is.
I can only get 99.9% isopropyl alcohol. Do I use that or I make it first 70%?
But do I need to vacuum 1st? I'm not used to having laminate floors. Usually i have carpet...
@@PARADOXsquared yes always get all the debris off the floor before you mop. Sweep or vacuum
How about using simple green instead?
Your so funny 😂 you have me cracking up!!!
Glad you are enjoying the videos miss!
My Pargo Laminate is slippery. Will this solution make it anti-slippery?
What else can you use if you don't have meyers???
What about just using a water/vinegar mix?
It doesn't work because that are no surfactants in vinegar to break the surface tension. If you wanted to use vinegar you would have to add some dish soap with it.
Did you mean to say Velcro when you mentioned styrofoam?
Yes, I get the words confused sometimes. lol
Yep, I do the same. Great series! Very glad to have found it!
If I cannot find Mrs. Meyers multi purpose concentrate, is there a alternative concentrate cleaning solution you recommend or that I could use?
Just any all-purpose cleaner concentrate.
@@CleanWithConfidence Thank you, covid-19 has made it difficult to find certain things and this is one of them.
@@schizencephalymama1730 Happy to help!
If the laminate floors are a stage 2. what solution do you recommend to use with a regular mop like your other videos??
Any ph neutral floor cleaner. I like Zep ph Neutral Cleaner from Home Depot!
@@CleanWithConfidence thanks for the response! By chance do you recommend a DIY solution for deep cleans on laminate? Would it be okay if I used 1/4 cup of pinesol and warm water??
@@isaactrevino2983 I recommend ph neutral floor cleaners. When you use things that are not ph neutral they can very easily leave your floors sticky. Pine Sol isnn’t ph neutral, it is alkaline.
@@CleanWithConfidence would this one specifically be considered ph neutral? It says Hardwood & Laminate Floor Cleaner but does not say ph neutral. The other one that said ph neutral said do not use on hardwood floors and said nothing about it being safe on laminate floors. My bad for all the questions I just wanna make sure I don’t mess this up.
@@isaactrevino2983 I would recommend Zep ph neutral floor cleaner. ECO Labs and OdoBan also make great ph neutral floor cleaners. I highly recommend you watch this video: ua-cam.com/video/U0LSxF8Yr0E/v-deo.htmlsi=F5YZF5qLQiN3sSlo
Very helpful thx
you are welcome!
Would this solution remove foot prints? I've tried a vinegar & water solution (suggested by another UA-camr) & it didn't work. Please help🥺
For footprints I would get a bucket of water, add a few squirts of dawn dish soap and damp mop the floor with a string mop.👍
@@CleanWithConfidence Thank you will definitely. Would a mop work instead of a string mop?
@@chillykisses6574 depends on how dirty the floors are. If they are filthy you will just be spreading it. A string mop and bucket allow you to rinse the mop as you go.
@@CleanWithConfidence I meant a microfiber mop? Floors aren't filthy at all. Just can't get foot prints out🥺
If using the ocedar mop would the same amount of solution workout?
Have you tried the vinegar/water mix? Is this mixture better than that?
I recommend the mixture from my video.
Will this help the laminate floors from warping and lifting? I’ve found that using a regular foam Mop/regular mop and water with pinesol/fabuloso is a NO GO for laminate.
Yes ma’am 👍 this should be better that a sponge mop
I used rejuvenate from lowes and it made my laminated wood floors very opaque.
Is it safe for engineering wood floors as well?
Yes it is👍
Dude , you are cool! I love these videos. They have helped out so much😀
That's great, glad they have helped you with your cleaning!
Hey, as the isopropyl alcohol is hard to obtain during the pandemic is it ok to just use the Mrs. Meyers concentrate and water?
You could always give it a try
Can I use steam mop instead?
No. Heat of that temp would surely ruin the floors.
I've got the Rubbermaid mop but HELP!! I've got the wood sheeting floor, and it has what looks like a white film over it in places where I've mopped more frequently. Using some stuff called Real Simple Clean now. Will this work or make it UGLIER??😬😱
I bought a Swiffer. Would that work as well?
Depends on how dirty your floors get. If you have big dogs going in and out no, it will only smear the dirt.
just use microfibre cloths instead
I love your videos! learning so much c:
Great! Glad you find them valuable 🙂
Hi, could I save the cleaning mixture that was left over and use it later?
Yes of course. It would take a while to get through the canister of cleaner.
Thank you for answering my question.
@@gabidiaz4623 Happy to help
Do you sweep before mopping? I’m trying to find a faster way to clean my floors because it currently takes me 30-60 minutes to clean them.
Yes ma'am it's always best to sweep up all the debris before mopping.
So how was the spray mop any different than using just a swiffer spray mop?
Swiffer spray mop is alot smaller so it takes twice as long, plus you have to keep replacing the pads. Same type of job though
Awesome video
Thanks🙂
Can that same recipe work for all types whether the laminate flooring is not the shiney kind?
I have a friend that has some bodily stains on his floor at his desk where he sits. It is laminate tiles and I don't want to wreck the tiles. Any suggestions?
I mean my friend doesn't want to wreck the tiles. Thanks.
This rubbing alcohol has a drying agent? Do all rubbing alcohols have a drying agent? I see the one you held up is 70%…
Absolutely!! All rubbing alcohols work the same way. Some just dry a little slower than other percentages.
Dude, are you high on some Fabuluso LOL. You crack me up!
Great video Thomas but where do you buy Mrs. Meyers?? Thanks
Thank you! I bought it at Target
About how much water to fill up the container? I'll be using my own sprayer bottle. Thanks for very useful video😁
I'm not sure. Probably 22 ounces or so.
Easy and informative - thanks for sharing
You are welcome!
I have an o-cedar microfiber mop and spin out bucket could I use that and if so what would the ratio of ingredients in the bucket?
Typically it’s 1/4 cup Murphys Oil to 1 gallon of water for general cleaning👍
@@CleanWithConfidenceMurphys oil is good to go on laminate flooring ?
@@Ashareon Absolutely, although I no longer recommend Murphys Oil. Nowadays I only recommend ph neutral floor cleaners. EcoLabs ph Neutral floor cleaner from Home Depot is the best.
@@Ashareon I highly recommend you watch this video. It will help you out alot.ua-cam.com/video/U0LSxF8Yr0E/v-deo.htmlsi=wvl0NVQO9gq715Uw
Can I use tsp on laminate flooring?
I wouldn’t recommend it
I use a bona mop which is a 32 oz cartridge. Is there any change in the ratio of alcohol to Miss Meyer's to water?
no ma'am try to keep the ratio as close as possible.
Can I use the same mpp and cleaning mixture for my tole floors?
Absolutely!
So sorry my big fingers and not proofreading before sending my message lol.
@@mayralehman8061 no worries
What's the size of the bottle? Thanks
It actually doesn't say on the canister. Probably around 20 ounces
Is there a level 2 equivalent for laminate? Obviously, you can't slop mop it.
Best you can do is damp mop and thats about it.
I can't find the answer to this anywhere. I have laminate flooring in my entire house. Cooking oil from the stove has accumulated in the kitchen floor, I can't find anything that says how to clean it. I was told by the company that if I used anything other than Bona or Bruce it would void the warranty.
That's because alot of the manufacturers have no idea how to clean. You can just use some Dawn dish soap and a damp cloth. All you have to avoid with laminate floors is getting them too wet.
So, my sister that was over for Christmas cooked fried chicken so we have greasy floors. Does this work for this kind of situation??
You could try. If not, I would recommend getting a bucket of water putting a few squirts of Dawn Dish Soap in it and mopping the floor with a good old fashioned string mop. Just make sure you don't get the floors too wet.
I hate laminate, when I get a house ceramic floor or tile where I can do a deep cleaning and not damage anything.