Shark Vac Then Steam Mop: Is it useable on laminate floors?
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Laminate is NOT sealed hardwood. You have small seams that the water vapor will get into. Please, please, please call your manufacture of the flooring and the steam mop and ask what they will do for you if the mop damages your floor. Likely at most replace the mop and the flooring manufacture likely voided your warranty the first time you steam mopped it. Even site finished hardwood a mop is not recommended. Your floor shrinks in low humidity which breaks the bonds between board in your floor. The vapor can and will work it's way into the floor in time and can cause the boards to warp. Please contact the manufacture or a hardwood expert for advice.
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Yes, Yes and Yes!. Is way better for laminate and hardwood floor. I used to wipe my floors with cleaning products (chemicals). that we're suppose to be for this kinds of floors and all what they did at the end of 8 years was leave a built up in my floor that are almost impossible to remove. Little by little I've been able to remove it with the steam. There is a LOT work to do in my case, but I regret of using the chemicals ( specially the one is called miracle shine, it's terrible at the end!)
520403
I would not recommend it. Too much water. There is an attachment that you can buy for it. I had one with my first Hoover and was not impressed on Linoleum floors. I would purchase a steam mop instead for hard wood which I plan to do shortly. My daughter-in-law has a steam mop and she loves it. I have seen it in action. I don't remember the brand name though. Thought it was Sunbeam but I have seen reviews that aren't very good for Sunbeam. Good luck.
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That's what I have . It went from ceramic to laminate with no problems. Don't leave it standing with the steam on laminate while u are distracted. It will continue to steam in one spot that would be bad..I have been using the steam mops 4 yrs on my laminate with no problems.. I only wished I had used it sooner.. Lol
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The Haan web site has a section of frequently asked questions and answers.I read that before I bought the steamer. It says it is safe for laminate floors but to also check with your floor manufacturer.For me, I vacuum first, then steam mop my floors . It's steam so it dries very fast. Water doesn't stay on the floor long at all.
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I purchased the Gruene Steam Mop System a couple weeks ago. Included is a mop for tile, vinyl, etc and a mop for hard wood floors. I read that this machine is not designed to be used on carpet. :-( (However the ability to detach the machine and use as a hand held - opened numerous doors in cleaning procedures. And the additional attachments are a puzzle to solve - which one works best for what job.) You can use your own "mops". I found that old face clothes or dish clothes work great. I haven't even used the Gruene mops yet. I must be saving them for a rainy day. Just read Virginia's answer. My old steamer (that broke) produced an abundance of steam which made my floors very wet and took "forever" to dry. The Gruene is just right. I steam about a 4X4 section at a time. By the time I am finished with 2 more sections the first is dry. YAY!
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Hi Marsha, yes the shark is safe for laminated floors as long as the floors are intact and there are no gouges or gaps in the floor.
96643
Yes, have use on laminate flooring. It works perfectly. I've been using this unit for the past 2 years in 2 houses and it's still working perfectly.
1430877
I think it would do fine for your day to day mopping, but I use my Shark steam mop on my tile every couple weeks to deep clean them.
1010653
I have the same question. I have read the reviews and a couple say they have used it on laminate floors. I would like to know for sure before purchasing one. Does anyone know for sure?
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Sorry I don't have laminate but I'm sure it works the same on laminate as it does hardwood floors. When the head gets dusty I just get my lint brush and run it over the mop head and all the dust/dog fuzz comes off. Good luck.
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I use my Oreck steamer of my laminate floors every week. Be sure us use distilled water and use the steamer on its lowest setting. I spray bona cleaner as I steam the floors.
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There is a caution on laminate floors that reads "Water will drip from brushes and underside of the product after use and puddle. To avoid damage to laminate and wood flooring ---- remove to a hard surface and place unit on absorbent material". Sooooo I'd say it's okay. The machine does not put out a tremendous amount of cleaner, but I would be careful of how much is sitting on the laminate. Vacuum up right away.
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I haven't noticed any problems with scratching/damaging my hardwood or tile flooring, but I don't find this vacuum (or other model any I've tried) to be amazing on these surfaces. I still prefer sweeping and using a Shark steamer mop for hard surfaces.
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That is a great question RP, this mop is designed for use on hard floors like vinyl but if you are unsure if the mop is compatible reach out to your flooring manufacturer for their recommended cleaning method.
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My guess is if I can use them on my hardwood floors you could use them on laminate. I use the "mop" setting so it doesn't over steam and the come clean. Hope this helps..........somewhat. So far this was the best steam mop I found and had been through 2 others that I literally threw away. What I like best about this one is it has 3 different settings. I use the "scrub" on my bathroom tile floors.
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Yes I use the micro cloth side to mop my laminate floor. I use Bona product. Be sure to wash and air dry your mop head prior to use.