Keep your engineered wood flooring spotless by regularly sweeping or vacuuming them, then light mopping afterward if necessary. A mild cleaning solution such as Kahrs Spray Cleaner or white vinegar mixed with warm water can also help.

Sweep or Vacuum Regularly

Vacuuming regularly will keep loose dirt and debris off your floors while also clearing away any build-up that can lead to permanent damage over time. Avoid vacuums equipped with beater bars as these could potentially harm the finish on your floor surfaces.

Make sure that the mop is thoroughly wrung out to minimize moisture and staining on your flooring, and use a mild soap and water mixture when mopping engineered wood floors.

Make sure that any cleaner you intend on using on your floor has been tested thoroughly first on a small section before rolling out over the entire surface. Avoid harsh chemicals which could potentially discolour and strip the veneer layer of engineered wood floors; similarly, avoid steam cleaners which force moisture down into lower layers such as plywood and fiberboard.

Installation of rugs or mats at entrance points and high traffic areas will help protect engineered wood floors from being ground into by dirt on shoes, as well as scratches and dents caused by foot traffic. Should scratches or dents appear, quickly address it using an appropriate touch-up kit designed specifically for your flooring material.

Damp Mop

Regular cleaning routines are one of the best ways to maintain engineered wood flooring aesthetic. Make an effort to sweep or vacuum daily in order to remove dirt and dust that has entered your home, then damp mop once every week.

Use a microfiber mop head as this will be less abrasive on the veneer and top layer of your hardwood floors, however make sure it’s clean before every use to avoid leaving residue behind. When mopping, opt for wood floor cleaner as this should avoid damaging their unique construction.

Excess water on hardwood floors can cause their structure to weaken, so always aim for only damp mopping engineered wood floors and leaving no standing moisture behind. Additionally, protect the floorboards by placing heavy furniture pieces on felt pads, as well as placing area rugs or runners in busy parts of your home.

Wipe Up Spills

Wiping away spills and dirt daily also helps maintain engineered wood floors in great shape, while decreasing the need for mopping.

Dirt particles left lying around will eventually ground into the floor’s surface and scratch or mar it, so using a broom, sweep up any loose dirt pieces and dispose of them in a dustpan.

Puddles of liquid or food left lying around for long can have disastrous results on engineered hardwood flooring. Cleaning them up as soon as they form will prevent moisture seeping into the wood and causing warping, staining or other forms of damage to occur.

At each exterior entryway, place mats or protective floor coverings to trap any dirt before it enters your home. Also place felt padding under furniture to shield engineered wood flooring from scratches caused by heavy furniture or heels, while maintaining proper humidity control may help avoid color changes in your hardwood flooring.

Fix Scratches

There are various methods available to you for preventing or lessening the appearance of scratches on engineered wood floors, but one effective technique is regularly sweeping or vacuuming and then gently mopping (never use a beater bar!). Do this at least twice weekly in low foot traffic areas of your home.

Use floor mats or rugs at entryways to trap dirt and keep it from scratching your floors, as well as felt protectors under furniture legs to minimize denting and scratches. Finally, consider switching out of heels for soft-soled footwear for reduced impact on flooring.

If your floors experience minor scratches that only affect their protective coating or finish, you can fix them using a wax-based repair kit found at most hardware stores. Before beginning, clean off any dust or debris in the area before applying scratch concealer with a plastic putty knife at an angle so it fills deep into the scratch and blends seamlessly.