While it can give your home a trendy and attractive look, many people are unsure about how to repair laminate flooring if it gets damaged.
Laminate flooring is increasingly popular because while it is made from a synthetic material it looks like natural wood or marble. It also doesn’t need oiling, waxing or staining as wooden floors do, is highly durable and is resistant to dents. Some types of laminate flooring, especially in kitchens and bathrooms, have a water resistant coating which will also protect it from damage. But if damage does occur you need to know how to repair laminate flooring, not only to restore the look it gives your home but for safety reasons as well.
When you are learning how to repair laminate flooring you will find that some jobs are a lot easier than others. One of the easiest for example is the repair of minor scratches. This is one of the most common problems with laminate flooring and is often caused by sand and dust particles or pointed heels on women’s shoes. The good news is that minor scratches in laminate flooring can normally be repaired quite easily using wax crayons. These are sold in various shades and can be found in any flooring or hardware store. Before using a wax crayon, clean the dust from the scratch and then rub on it until you can see the abrasion disappearing.
Knowing how to repair laminate flooring can be trickier when it comes to dealing with deeper scratches. Deeper scratches can result from pulling heavy or wheeled objects across the laminate floor. You will need to use putty to repair these scratches. Clear out any dust from the scratch and fill with a good amount of putty using a putty knife. Wipe off the excess putty with a clean, moist piece of cloth and then rub off the water with a soft dry cloth. Make sure the area is not touched for at least an hour.
Special care needs to be taken when cleaning spots on laminate flooring caused by spilled liquids such as paint or wax.