Just wondering how dry this unit wrings out..........I have laminate floors and don't want to soak them when I'm trying to clean them
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It just takes practice. I've used two mop brands on laminate floors and both worked fine. The O'Cedar wrings slightly dryer, but the trade-off is the relatively fragile twist lock button -- if it breaks, you lose your mop. Either would be fine mops for your floors -- and I just noticed your question is a year old! But maybe the answers will help someone else.
138734
I think it drys out very well. A little less than I would call a "dry mop".
138735
Leaves to much water, its great for old tile. But for laminate I would not recomend . Try the other mop by lib man , easier to wring .love LibmanProducts
138736
It wrings out dryer than any other mop I've had. I have ceramic tile floors with a roughened surface and I've never had problems with puddles or soaking.
138737
doesn't wring tightly at all. very wet and I wouldn't use it on laminate flooring.
138738
It does not wring out dry at all. I twisted it and still had to try and squeeze the water out. I definitely would not recommend the mop for laminate floors. I would not recommend this mop for any floor.
908353
For a laminate it more than likely will leave somewhat of a shine. As it clearly does this, even on a wood fly that is dried out.I have used it hardwood floors in many of my rentals and I have been happy with the results each and every time.
1855998
Laminate is not cleaned the same way hardwood floors are as the finish is easily damaged. I only use water for weekly moping and add a little vinegar to the water about once a month. I just never feel like this floor is really clean because you are not suppose to use a harsh cleaner. I do use the Bona cleaner occasionally that came with this set. Hope this helps a little.
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Laminate floors are a wood product. I know that the manufacturer shows people using this steamer on wood floors, and I cringe every time. Wood does not like water, moisture, steam, or vapor. Water causes wood to swell and distort. People are going to say: I've done it, and I didn't have any problems. That's something like someone saying they have driven at over 100 miles per hour, and nothing happend to them that time so therefore it must be safe for everyone to drive over 100 miles per hour. Not all laminate floors are the same. Some are very high quality (Quick-Step, for instance) and are made from stranded wood impregnated with plastic at very high pressure. Many cheap imports are instead made from sawdust and glue, and you are going to have a problem with these. I have seen people have problems from just putting a damp towel (not wet, just damp) on a laminate floor, and it bubbled. So with that said, do you want to use a steamer on such a floor?
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I don't have any laminate floors, just wood. I don't know why it wouldn't work, but I would first look at the sprays that are available and see if there is one for laminate floors. If there is, then the wet jet should work just fine. I love mine.
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We live in Oregon (high humidity) and utilized our unit all Summer long (it was a long season last year) and I never had to empty the unit once. When I went to empty it a couple weeks ago (after it had been sitting for 6 months), it was bone-dry.
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I think you meant this question for the manufacturer. But I do not ever use water. I have been using this with the Bona pad for 9 years on my floor. After I finish my floors I remove the pad and machine washdry and it's ready for the next time.
1589499
i guess you have really dry floors maybe paint or other hard to remove staims. i would suggest a professional look at floor and suggest whether nor not your preparation would work.
2154774
I had the same question and was told by a mechanic that these are designed to be put on dry. Just get the surface cleaned up perfectly clean.
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I do not have to rinse my laminate flooring. I use a mop that has a spray bottle attachment. I use the all-purpose solution: 1 TBSP Sal Suds in one quart of water. Put the water in the bottle first, then add the Sal Suds.It is supposed to be safe for any surface that can get wet. About wood, the directions state: painted or sealed, not waxed. Their recommendation for mopping is: 1/2 TBSP Sal Suds to 3 gallons of hot water (add water to bucket first.). Dunk mop (preferably microfiber one) and wring out thoroughly. Refer to "cheat sheet" about dilution of Sal Suds at http://lisa.drbronner.com. Hope this helps.
332283
I didn't have a problem with water splashing on the floor but my whole unit died after just a few months. The motor completely burned out and I cleaned it religiously.
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I used it on my oriental carpet that was on hardwood floors (no padding). I worked in small areas (4ft by 4ft). Gave the carpet a pretty good soaking. I checked to make sure if I was getting the hard wood wet. It wasn't at all. I then was careful to vacuum up the carpet. The suction of the vac will really take up practically 90% of the moisture if you are not sloppy. I could walk on the carpet immediately afterwards. In my experience (and I've now used it a lot) your concern should not be a problem at all if you are not careless. You'll see when there is no more water coming out of the carpet. Oh, and btw I am very fussy. This machine was great. I used it on my oriental carpet that was on hardwood floors (no padding). I worked in small areas (4ft by 4ft). Gave the carpet a pretty good soaking. I checked to make sure if I was getting the hard wood wet. It wasn't at all. I then was careful to vacuum up the carpet. The suction of the vac will really take up practically 90% of the moisture if you are not sloppy. I could walk on the carpet immediately afterwards. In my experience (and I've now used it a lot) your concern should not be a problem at all if you are not careless. You'll see when there is no more water coming out of the... » Read More I used it on my oriental carpet that was on hardwood floors (no padding). I worked in small areas (4ft by 4ft). Gave the carpet a pretty good soaking. I checked to make sure if I was getting the hard wood wet. It wasn't at all. I then was careful to vacuum up the carpet. The suction of the vac will really take up practically 90% of the moisture if you are not sloppy. I could walk on the carpet immediately afterwards. In my experience (and I've now used it a lot) your concern should not be a problem at all if you are not careless. You'll see when there is no more water coming out of the carpet. Oh, and btw I am very fussy. This machine was great. « Show Less
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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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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.
2248423
it needs to be wet or you will see streaks. It should dry naturally. Stay off the floors until they are completely dry.
506467
I would not use it on laminate flooring as it contains oil. I use a product called Boni ( I think) specifically for laminate floors. I have a winter home with laminate floors. I also just spray on Fantastic or other like cleaners. As long as you mop and leave no water the floors come out good. The floor cleaner is found at Home Depot and even grocery stores. It's a white spray plastic container with blue labels.
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You should see some moisture on the floor---not a lot. Do you water in the water container? If so, contact manufacturer.