CHOOSE RIGHT CLEANER FOR LAMINATE FLOORING.(AT HOME)

Byline: GENE AUSTIN Knight Ridder

Q: I recently had some plastic-laminate flooring installed and have been having trouble cleaning it. I have tried several floor cleaners, and they leave streaks. What am I doing wrong?

A: Easy cleaning is one of the big selling points of plastic-laminate flooring such as Armstrong and Pergo.

I suspect that you have been using regular floor cleaners, which are not appropriate for laminates. Manufacturers generally give specific instructions for maintenance, and these should be followed, but here is some general information.

For routine cleaning, simply use a vacuum with hard-floor attachment or use a dust …