How to choose a washing laminate vacuum cleaner

To date, the actual flooring is laminate. Nice smooth floor that has an aesthetic and modern look. However, seemingly simple surface requires difficult maintenance.

The fact is that the laminate is very sensitive to water. Therefore, cleaning, in particular, washing should be a delicate and correct way. There are specific types that have a high threshold of resistance to moisture, however, basically all types of laminate require careful handling in terms of washing.

Considering the prevalence of this floor in residential and non-residential premises, the question is how to wash it? Fortunately for this, there are certain appliances, - vacuum cleaners for a gentle, but effective cleaning. Let us examine in detail how to choose a washing vacuum cleaner for laminate.

Why not wash the laminate

Earlier, we noted that this type of coating is afraid of water. This is directly related to its composition. It is made of wood with a special coating. When washing water falls between the gap( joints) and in fact there remains. This leads to swelling of the boards and their destruction as a whole.

Different types of laminate have different degrees of sensitivity to moisture. But even the most resistant material is not recommended to wash in the usual way.

• DPL laminate - it is forbidden to wash as a normal floor, it will lead to its deformation.
• HPL laminate - is considered slightly more stable than the previous type, however, wet cleaning is allowed no more than once a week.
• CPL laminate - is considered the most resistant material resistant to moisture. Characterized as waterproof.
• DPR laminate is quite resistant to moisture, however, wet cleaning is also recommended only once a week.
• Laminate is made by caching technology - you can not wash it at all, only dry cleaning or foam cleaning of the appropriate detergent is allowed.

Safety measures and prevention, against the destruction of the laminate due to excessive moisture, is the application of special protection. In particular, special mastic is applied to a clean, non-fat floor, covering it with a gap. Give time to dry completely( 15 minutes).Mastic prevents the ingress of moisture into the cracks, and also prevents microbes from escaping from the cracks.

Anyway, it still needs to be somehow cleaned. If we talk about vacuum cleaning, then all types of conventional units( dry cleaning) are suitable for this.

Wet cleaning is allowed no more than two times a few days. For this you can use washing units. However, not all are suitable for this cleaning. In particular, the possibility of using this vacuum cleaner for a laminated floor is noted in the instructions for it.

What to look for when choosing

As it became known, not every washing vacuum cleaner is suitable for wet cleaning of laminate. If you decide to buy a vacuum cleaner with the possibility of washing the laminate, you should pay attention to its characteristics. In particular, the technical description indicates its main functions:

• Dry cleaning.
• Wet cleaning.
• Cleaning Ceramic Coating.
• Wet and dry cleaning of laminate flooring.
• Washing linoleum.
• Special vacuum cleaner for tile and laminate.
• Tom like that.

That is, to begin with, it is necessary to decide, in principle, the instruction allows washing of laminated surfaces or not.

Sometimes information about the possibility of its application to the laminate is not indicated, but the technical characteristics allow the use of the device in this area. Thus, a device that may be suitable for washing laminate must meet the following criteria.

1. High suction power. For proper washing of the laminate, you should choose a unit with a suction power of at least 300 W, optimally 450 W.This is important, because all the moisture must be removed, its residue may have a negative impact on the surface. It should be understood that the suction power is twenty percent of the total power.
2. Minimum consumption of detergent during cleaning. Recommended minimum spraying detergent. For washing the laminate, a slight sprinkling of it on the surface is enough.
3. Dimensions and weight. For comfortable cleaning.
4. Availability of a special nozzle for convenient and effective washing of the laminate.
5. The presence of the function of drying after wet cleaning.
6. What is the volume of the container, the aqua-filter, and the presence of a carbon cleaner.
7. To keep the laminate intact, it is good if the device is equipped with rubber wheels, they do not scratch its surface.

Water should be sprayed lightly, so as not to have time to get into the cracks. And also, make sure that there is no accidental leakage from the very vacuum cleaner. And in the case of formation of puddles on the floor, immediately wipe dry with a dry cloth.

Cleaning Contraindications:

• Excessive moisture, especially without subsequent drying. If there is no drying function in the vacuum cleaner, then it is necessary to wipe it dry with a cloth after washing the surface.
• Application for cleaning steam mops. Damp cleaning with high temperatures will lead to nothing more than surface destruction.

Rating of the best models

The stores have a large range of devices for actually cleaning the laminate. All of them meet the criteria for safe wet cleaning. However, the question of how to choose a washing vacuum cleaner for laminate remains always open. This is due to the fact that approximately the same units are represented by a number of models from different manufacturers. Therefore, the problem arises, which one is better to choose.

Consumer reviews and expert conclusions highlight the top-best models of washing vacuum cleaners that meet the requirements for use for this purpose.

THOMAS

The device of this company, model Parkett Style XT is equipped with a set of nozzles for soft cleansing of hard surfaces( tiles, laminate, parquet, linoleum).At the same time, it is suitable for cleaning soft surfaces( carpets and upholstered furniture).

Allows both wet and dry cleaning. Equipped with a 6 l dust bag, high-quality HEPA filters.

The weight of such a unit is 8 kg, with a power of 1700 W, and a suction force of 280 W.

Karcher

The model SE 5.100 of this brand of washing vacuum cleaner is suitable for washing a laminated coating. Easy to use, gently rolling. It can be used for effective cleaning of carpets and soft corners.

Weight 7 kg. It is completed with nozzles and a set of detergents. Power of the unit is 1700 W, with a suction power of 255 W.

ROWENTA

Universal model Turbo Bully RB 839, provides for dry and wet cleaning. With a small power of 1600 watts, it has a good suction power of 390 watts. It has a complete set of five nozzles, including a turbo brush, a nozzle for washing windows and others. The weight of such a unit of the French brand is 7 kg.

ZELMER

The washing device model 919.0 ST AQUAWELT, equipped with a fine filter aqua-filter, is recommended for people prone to allergies.

A special feature is the engine with energy-saving use. It is completed with various nozzles suitable for cleaning of various surfaces. In general, this model is in high demand.

LIBERTON

is a fairly lightweight vacuum cleaner model LVCW 4216 Silver Aqua, weighing 6 kg. Suitable for any type of cleaning( dry and wet).With a power of 1600 watts and a suction power of 240 watts. HEPA filtering, with 8 step cleaning. It cleans the air very well, therefore it is effective for allergy sufferers.

Conclusion

Among other firms that produce good models of this type of equipment can be called Lavor, Samsung, Phillips, Nilfisk, Soteco, Cleanfix, Delvir, Electrolux.

Considering the characteristics and properties of washing laminate vacuum cleaners, you can emphasize the main points:

1. Using wet cleaning, possibly, provided that this type of cleaning is acceptable for your laminate. After all, some types of coating, generally exclude wet cleaning.
2. If the laminate still allows wet cleaning, then in principle the choice of vacuum cleaners is considerable. And here for the right choice, it is important to evaluate all its functions, equipment and company, which are able to satisfy all your wishes for effective cleaning.