Removing scratches from laminate. How to fix scratches on laminate flooring with home remedies
Despite the fact that the laminate flooring is coated on top with a wear-resistant composition, sharp and heavy objects leave unpleasant marks on it. These may be local damage to the overlay, chips, abrasions and other defects. In most cases, the coating can be restored. We will tell you how to get rid of scratches on the laminate at home.
There are two ways to remove defects on the floor covering:
- Replacing a damaged lamella;
- Restoration with special tools.
Since the first option is not suitable for everyone and not always, the most optimal way to renovate the floor is to select a masking agent that will retouch the surface to match the rest. The fact is that the full removal of scratches on the laminate is impossible. This is not an array, but a multilayer flooring material, the decorative part of which is paper with a pattern printed on it, covered with a layer of protective thermosetting resin. Therefore, you can only hide a chip, a hole and other types of marriage.
So how do you remove scratches from laminate flooring? Consider what tools are offered by manufacturers of construction chemicals and laminated coatings:
Hard wax pigmented(QS RepairKit, Heinrich König Hard wax).
So-called repair kits are used to remove scratches and chips in areas of intense use. Include:
- small bars of high-density mineral wax composition, dyed in various colors.
- PVC spatulas or Scotch brite to remove excess.
Hard wax kits for laminate restoration.
Because waxes have good adhesion to all substrates, they are suitable for restoring flooring materials and furniture made of wood, chipboard, fibreboard, MDF, plywood and plastic. They seal deep and superficial scratches, chips, forming a wear-resistant, elastic coating that can withstand both direct sunlight and frosts down to -20 ºС.
Advice! It is more convenient to purchase repair waxes in sets so that you can mix a new tone from several shades, ideally suited to the surface being restored.
The method of application is quite simple. Thoroughly clean the laminated floor from dust and splinters. Using an electric soldering iron or a lighter, melt the edge of one or more bars (temperature not less than +110 ºС), mix and apply to the damage. After hardening, remove the excess with a spatula.
Soft wax crayons tinted(HOMA Homastic Pencil, Grace Wax Pencil).
How to cover up scratches on a laminate quickly and without additional effort? The best option for unloaded surfaces is a mixture of mineral wax compositions, pressed into cylindrical bars. Designed for indoor use, effective on solid wood, laminate, furniture made of plywood, chipboard, MDF. The main advantage is ease of use. It is only necessary to wipe the damaged area with a small one, remove the excess with a spatula or cloth, and polish it. You can mix several pencils to get different shades. Melting point - about +60 ºС.
Waxes are sold individually or in sets of 3-12 pieces. Manufacturers recommend choosing a chalk one tone darker than the surface being restored.
Semi-liquid repair compounds(Bona REPAIR, HOMA Homastic Paste)
How to repair a hole in a laminate, repair broken edges, scuffs or deep chips? For this, there are special filling mixtures, which, as a result of polymerization, are converted into a coating that is resistant to abrasion, water and chemicals. This group includes putties, pastes and sealants. Issued:
† Polyester compositions, which are one- or two-component synthetic resin (epoxy, acrylic, etc.). As a rule, it is a colorless or white quick-hardening grout that can be subsequently painted.
† Aqueous fillers are one component. They are produced in a pasty form of one or several shades (up to 24 tones). To obtain a suitable color, you can mix the products together.
All products are reassigned for laminate, parquet boards and furniture that are installed indoors. Outdoor use is allowed with subsequent varnishing or staining. The method of application is very simple - a hole or a chip in the parquet must be filled with putty, then carefully leveled with a spatula. It is advisable to remove the excess with sanding paper or scotch-brite.
Correctors, markers and restorative strokes(Innovator Marker valve, Grace Restoration Fluid).
Can minor scuffs and scratches on laminate flooring be masked? How to remove them with one hand movement? Use colored retouching felt-tip pens or corrective compositions. With their help, you can hide shallow, superficial damage, as well as darken the edges of chips or holes before applying repair wax, putty, sealant. This is a very handy material at hand, necessary in every home. Judge for yourself:
- A thin corrector brush or marker rod allows you to accurately process the defect, without streaks and streaks;
- Dries almost instantly;
- Retains color for a long period;
- Differs in frost resistance and tightness of packing.
Lacquer, transparent and tinted enamels for minor repairs(Borma Wachs Holzspray, Grace Varnish)
If the surface of the laminate is damaged, the protective transparent layer, the overlay, is first removed. It is restored with:
- Colorless or tinted quick-drying varnishes based on polyurethane, acrylic or nitrocellulose. Available in the form of aerosols or in small containers, completed with a brush. Recommended also for application over repair wax.
- Colored enamels in small packages, with the help of which the damaged area is completely painted over. Using different shades, you can restore the surface structure.
All products from the LKM series are water- and frost-resistant, do not fade over time. Mixing of the same type of materials is allowed to obtain different tones.
How to replace a damaged laminate
How to remove scratches on the laminate, formed under the legs of furniture or from the contact of the door with the floor? If the damage is multiple, then it is better to completely replace the defective area. Two methods are known:
Renovation of the floor with the analysis of the coating
If you don't have spare slats left, start by looking for suitable slats. The main thing is that the color and pattern match, and the locks can, if necessary, be “adjusted” with sanding paper or a file.
Remove the skirting boards, then strip the laminate flooring down to the area to be replaced. On the reverse side of each removed lamella, be sure to put a number with a marker so that you can assemble it later in the same order. Remove damaged plates, install new ones tightly, without the slightest gaps. Gather the rest of the canvas and mount the baseboard back. Use sealants to seal joints.
Replacing a damaged board
Thoroughly clean the floor with a vacuum cleaner, prepare a set of tools and materials:
- A new laminate plank, adhesive sealant or wood glue;
- Bulgarian or circular saw;
- Roulette, construction knife and pencil;
- Mallet, screwdriver or vacuum suction cups;
The replacement process is best illustrated in a video from the manufacturer:
Damage prevention on laminate floors
In order not to think about how to repair chips on a laminate, use our tips.
Do not spare the effort and money to carry out restoration work, because by doing this you increase the life of your coating. And listen to our main advice - purchase protective and restorative materials at the same time as buying the material, so that later you do not have to run around the shops in search of the right shade.
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A scratch is not such a significant defect as to dismantle the entire coating due to it. Even the deepest damage can be effectively removed from both light and dark laminate at home. The most common method of solving the problem is to buy a special putty in the store. But if there is no such possibility or it is difficult to match it by color, then you can hide scratches with other available methods.
- with the help of rugs in front of the entrance and in the hallway, you can prevent the entry of small objects that can scratch the floor;
- the room should be cleaned regularly;
- furniture legs should be softened with special felt stickers, vinyl or polyamide lining;
- it is better to lay a rug under a chair on wheels;
- It is not recommended to wear street shoes indoors.
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Scratches on the cover
Laminate elements are lamellas with a multilayer structure. They are a wood-fiber base on which a decorative layer is placed, followed by a protective coating.
The appearance of scratches on it is possible due to the poor quality of the material itself, high humidity in the room and improper handling of the coating.
There is a misconception that it is enough to varnish the damaged part of the laminate, and the problem will be settled. On the contrary, the varnish will only show defects more strongly.
There are other reliable folk remedies and methods to remove scratches from the laminate, their choice depends on the type of coating, as well as the depth and area of \u200b\u200bthe damage itself.
Methods for polishing watch glass from scratches and other damage at home
WD-40
This is the easiest way to deal with minor laminate defects - fix them with WD-40.
The aerosol is sprayed onto the damaged surface, kept for several minutes, then the treated area is cleaned with a regular brush.
wax pencil
This tool is used in case of minor scratches. After its application, a film is formed that further protects the damaged area from destructive moisture and mechanical influences.
The gradation of shades of wax pencils is wide. Finding the right color is easy, it will not stand out on the laminate.
Before using the pencil, the damaged area of the coating is properly cleaned of dirt and degreased. It will not be superfluous to diligently polish the area with a dry cloth. After the crack is covered, it must be polished with a dense and dry cloth.
Wax pencil does not require a lot of storage space, has a long shelf life, which is the undoubted advantage of this anti-scratch product.
This tool will help restore gloss and restore original appearance if the laminate is damaged by sand, water or dust. Only it will take a long time to apply it on a large surface. Waxing is an effective means of protecting and preventing floor damage.
Repair paste (sealant)
Deep scratches are formed on the laminate in the process of inaccurate rearrangement of furniture or due to the fact that they walked on the floor in heels. Repair paste is used to repair metal-tipped stud damage and other severe cases.
Covering a Scratch with Repair Paste
Pasta is purchased at hardware stores. It is selected according to the color of the laminate. To use it, you will also have to purchase a spatula, if there is none. If there are no skills in handling a spatula, then before repairing the board, make a couple of strokes on an unnecessary object.
The grout is applied directly to the damaged area. It is important not to go beyond its edges. Excess should be removed immediately, as it will be difficult to do this when the product dries. Hardened grout can be removed with improvised tools, but there is no guarantee that new scratches will not appear in the process. The paste dries for no more than an hour. After completing the work, you can cover the area with clear nail polish.
Hot melt putty
After preliminary preparation of the surface (cleaning and degreasing), adhesive tape is glued along the edges of the damaged area so as not to cover up the excess. In one motion, you need to apply the pre-melted product to the scratch. If it was not possible to immediately calculate the amount of melt, you can repeat the procedure. The main thing is to avoid unaesthetic stains and stripes.
Use of putty
The repaired area must be repaired immediately. Usually, zero-grit sandpaper is used for this. It is important not to overdo it and act carefully, but quickly. The product dries for about 10 minutes, and the hardened putty can only be removed with a decorative layer of laminate.
Acrylic lacquer and plaster
The tool is only suitable for repairing minor scratches on the glossy finish. Lacquer must be applied carefully and only on damage. Then the lacquered surface will again become flawless.
Deep cracks can be corrected with diluted gypsum mixed with sawdust. The solution is used in the proportion: 1/1. When the damage exceeds 5 cm, a suitable plank is inserted inside, after which the opening is covered with a gypsum mixture.
Precautionary measures
Scratches and the need for repairs can be prevented by taking appropriate measures:
Polish can provide additional protection. Thanks to its composition, it fights scuffs, enhances the color saturation of the coating, cleans and adds shine to the floor. It is recommended to treat the laminate with this composition 2 times a year. After that, a fairly strong film is formed that protects the floor covering.
Many are attracted by the great look of laminate flooring and its remarkable performance. Therefore, today it is one of the most popular types of flooring. But even with all its exceptional qualities, it is not immune to the appearance of scratches that make it faded and boring in the end. Moreover, the vulnerability of the coating to water depends on their depth and quantity. So it will be quite useful to know how to remove scratches from the laminate yourself.
As you know, damage is better to prevent than to "treat". Sharp small particles are the main cause of scratches, and we unwittingly become their carriers, bringing them on shoes from the street to the room. Here, perhaps, it is necessary to add the toys of our kids and sharp heels, as well as the claws of pets. Minor damage to the coating can also provoke the movement of chairs.
How to prevent scratches?
The best way to prevent defects is to follow the operating instructions. After installation, many forget that the laminate is extremely sensitive to shock, sudden changes in temperature and humidity. It is for these reasons that most damage and scratches occur.
No matter how carefully and carefully you do not, it is almost impossible to avoid entering dirt. Therefore, it is worth taking some additional precautions, thanks to which you can extend the service life of laminate floors. I must say that these measures are quite simple:
- at the entrance to the apartment, inside and out, you can lay ordinary rugs, they do an excellent job of preventing dirt particles and small grains of sand from getting on the laminate. Small particles of dirt act on the laminate as an abrasive - when rubbing against its surface, small scratches are formed, which can subsequently increase. Also, debris can cause the floor to creak when walking on it.
- do not use products containing abrasive components when cleaning floors.
- Use appropriate laminate care products. These include polishes and cleaning compounds. They are specially designed for preventive maintenance to maintain a good appearance of the decorative surface.
- you can stick on the legs of movable furniture such as tables, chairs and chairs special stickers made of felt, tips made of vinyl or polyamide. This will reduce the pressure on the surface.
- lay a special rug under the computer chair.
Attention
Do not use wax-based polishes or beeswax on laminate flooring, as they leave unaesthetic stains on the coating.
For additional protection of the coating, a special polish is used. In addition to its composition 
includes various chemicals that contribute to greater effectiveness of exposure. These tools allow you to:
- enhance the brightness and richness of color;
- eliminate some minor abrasions;
- for a long time to ensure gloss and cleanliness of the coating.
Polishing creates a thin, but at the same time quite strong film, which additionally protects the floor from subsequent influences. The basis of such funds can be liquid or viscous from various masses. For maximum effect, polishing is carried out at least two or three times throughout the year.
How to hide scuffs: the main ways
Of course, the ideal way to fix scratches on laminate flooring is to replace the damaged area. However, there is little chance that a new floor, even from the same series, will not differ significantly in color and appearance. Therefore, if they are not very conspicuous, it is still better to try these areasusing material care products.
Using a wax crayon
Wax crayons, in appearance they look like small pencils, have a fairly wide color spectrum, which makes it quite easy to choose the desired shade. This method is good for shallow scratches. Repair work is carried out in several steps:
- carefully with a vacuum cleaner clean the restored area from dust and debris, otherwise, the wax gets on the particles of litter and easily leaves during operation, again exposing the damaged area;
- apply a protective composition directly by running the working part of the wax pencil along the damage;
- the line will disappear, but a noticeable trace will remain in its place;
- then carefully treat this place with a dry cloth.
The use of special putties
If the damage is more serious, then resort to the help of special viscous (or in the form of small briquettes) pastes.
The repair kit is selected to match the color of the laminate. To do this, it is better to have a piece of lamella with you in the store and, just in case, check the coincidence of the shades on the spare board.
Regardless of the structure of the putty, working with it requires special care and attention. When treating damage with hard pastes, depending on its texture and color, several briquettes of different colors may be needed to achieve the desired shade. Before proceeding with repair work, the coating is thoroughly cleaned of dust. Then, using a narrow plastic or metal stack, the paste is applied in small portions in accordance with the pattern of fibers located near the scratch.
After application, the paste is carefully treated with a soft sponge, excess material is removed and the area to be repaired is cleaned with a hard sponge.
Relatively more liquid putties are packaged in plastic tubes of various sizes. When working with them, use a spatula made of wood or plastic. Work begins in the same way - with the cleaning of the floor covering from litter. A small amount of decorating mastic is applied both directly to the patched area and to the spatula.
The viscous mass, after application, is carefully leveled with a spatula and slightly pressed inside a deep scratch. After leveling the place of repair, it is wiped with a damp sponge or rag, then with a dry cloth and left to dry completely. Full operation of the restored coating can be started in a couple of hours.
If the damage turned out to be very thorough, deep and strong, it is better not to even start repairing them, but to immediately remove the damaged boards.
Attention
This method of repair is possible only with the glueless method of laying the laminate.
It should be noted that resorting to such a radical method is extremely rare, since damage can be eliminated in a timely manner quite simply.
polish
One of the most effective ways to preserve the appearance of a decorative surface is the use of special compounds - polishes. These are liquid formulations with a fairly high viscosity index, which include wax, silicone and other composite additives.
Thanks to its properties, laminate polish acts on the surface of the floor covering, giving it the following aesthetic and protective properties.
- Improves the natural gloss of the laminate. This eliminates small abrasions and cracks.
- They form an additional protective layer, which not only reduces the likelihood of scratches, but also increases the moisture insulation of the panels.
Before using such compounds, you should carefully read the instructions. Usually the polish is a concentrate that must be diluted with warm water. The resulting liquid is then used as a detergent. To do this, it is recommended to use a mop with a soft sponge or special household napkins.
After thorough wiping, no water should remain on the surface of the laminate.
It is impossible to predict the appearance of defects on the laminate in advance. Therefore, you should prepare for this in advance. It is best to prepare a wax pencil to eliminate small scratches and repair mastic. Their shelf life is quite large - 3-4 years. But if scuffs occur, you will not need to think about how to remove scratches from the laminate. This can be done quickly.
Repair and restoration of laminate after improper installation or aggressive use, the procedure for each problem.
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Repairing and restoring laminate flooring is a complex and painstaking task. Having correctly laid it and observing the operating technique, you can not remember your field for a long time. However, errors during installation, flooding the coating with water, walking on heels lead to inevitable damage. To eliminate them with minimal effort and money is the main task of the owner of the dwelling.
The main reasons for laminate flooring repair
They can be divided into two broad categories. The first is a violation of the laminate installation technique, the second is improper operation and poor-quality care. In both cases, a careful approach to solving the problem is required.
Mistakes when laying laminate flooring
The manufacturers of this flooring write that anyone can handle it, just read the instructions. In fact, in 70% of cases you can see a laminate, the floorboards of which creak, rise like a house, “breathe”.
All this happens with a new floor after a couple of months due to the following mistakes when laying the laminate:
- Unprepared base. One of the main mistakes of those who think that "it will do." Such craftsmen think they can put underlayment on an unrepaired concrete slab or old wood base and can do without tidying up the subfloor. This is a serious misconception! The substrate can only minimize minor imperfections in the substrate. Even a thick layer will not hide the bumps. The consequences of such negligence: quickly destroyed locks on the lamellas, creaking, unevenness, visible even on the finishing floor. Solution to the problem: dismantling the entire coating, leveling the base. Only then can you start laying the laminate again.
- Unacclimatized material. People who decide to do repairs for the first time do not withstand the purchased laminate in the room where it is supposed to be laid. Any coating requires acclimatization. For wooden products, this is especially important. They should not only be at room temperature, but also equal in humidity to the room where they will be laid later. Installation of non-acclimatized material is fraught with swelling of individual lamellas, creaking, destruction of locks. Solution to the problem: sort out the entire coating, remove the lamellas with broken locks and twisted ones, re-install the laminate.
- Desire to save on substrate. Laminate should not be laid directly on the subfloor. The substrate is chosen the more expensive, the better the finish flooring. The use of an economy-class layer for an expensive laminate is fraught with the destruction of the locks of the lamellas, creaking, and staggering of individual floor elements. Solution to the problem: overhaul of the coating, replacement of damaged lamellas, laying of a high-quality substrate and subsequent installation of the laminate.
- No expansion gap. If the laminate is laid close to the walls, then when the temperature in the room rises, it is likely that some of the lamellas will “swell”. The result is a "humped" floor. It looks ugly, it is inconvenient to walk on it, a strong creak is heard, the locks on the floorboards are quickly destroyed. Solution to the problem: disassemble the coating, remove the damaged lamellas and repeat the installation, observing the compensation gap.
Improper use of laminate flooring
Laminate restoration may be required not only due to laying errors, but also due to improper operation. You can't walk on it in heels. They will leave dents, scratches, chips on its surface. Thick felt must be placed under the legs of the furniture.
If the laminate is chosen incorrectly, the load on the floor in a particular room or other characteristics (humidity) are not taken into account, individual lamellas may burst or swell, gaining moisture. For high traffic areas, it is recommended to choose especially durable types of coating. There is a waterproof laminate that is recommended for use in the kitchen, where the chance of accidentally spilling liquid is quite high.
Solution to the problem: observe the operating technique, purchase material in accordance with the parameters of the room. Chips and scratches can be restored with a special paste. Henceforth, so that new ones do not appear, it is necessary to regularly (according to the instructions) rub the laminate with special wax. Broken lamellas can be replaced with new ones, but it makes sense to remove the coating and lay a more durable one. Floorboards that are swollen with moisture must be replaced. It is also better to change the unsuitable coating for a moisture resistant one.
There are more than enough reasons why laminate flooring may need to be restored. In order not to waste time, follow the technology when laying the flooring and properly care for it. Despite its strength, laminate is a delicate material. Improper use can cut its lifespan in half.
Tools and materials for laminate repair
To repair the floor, you will need a few tools and materials:
- Wax, paste for laminate restoration;
- Various soft cloths (rags);
- New slats, if you need to replace broken or swollen ones;
- Special sealant for sealing joints between floorboards;
- Hand tool.
Laminate repair and restoration technology
Repairing a laminate floor is not as easy a task as it might seem at first glance. On the one hand, knowing your mistakes, it is easy to correct them. On the other hand, it is a lot of work and additional financial costs. It is impossible to restore a laminate laid on glue!
Laminate repair with unprepared base
If the installation was carried out independently, then you can imagine what work was done and what was not. Do-it-yourself laminate repair, if the master laid the coating, you need to start with a diagnosis.
If you suspect a poorly prepared base, you need to carefully disassemble the floor into lamellas and carefully examine each one. Floorboards with broken or cracked locks should be thrown away and replaced with new ones.
Then proceed to cleaning and leveling the subfloor:
- Clean the concrete slab of debris and dust and carefully inspect.
- Remove the bumps with a chisel and hammer.
- Cover the places of bumps and pits with mortar.
- Make a leveling concrete screed if the level deviation exceeds 2 cm per 1 meter.
- Be sure to let the screed dry well, do not rush to lay the laminate.
- Lay the plastic film, connect the joints with construction tape.
- Cut and lay the substrate, also fix the joints with adhesive tape.
- Lay the laminate according to the instructions.
- Be sure to seal the joints with a special sealant.
- Apply protective wax to the finished floor.
How to repair raised edges of laminate flooring
The edges of the lamellas can rise due to the fact that the coating is laid close to the walls. In this case, you will have to disassemble the floor.
We do the work like this:
- Carefully remove all lamellas and number them so that you do not get confused when re-laying. If the floorboards are mixed up, gaps will appear between them.
- Replace damaged slats with new ones, be sure to select similar ones in color or use the remaining ones after installation, which will be ideal.
- Mount the floor, leaving expansion gaps up to 0.5 cm along the walls. Use a damper tape for this.
- Treat the joints between the floorboards with sealant.
- Apply a protective coating on top.
Laminate restoration due to poor-quality substrate
The elimination of such an oversight will result in the complete dismantling of the coating, the removal of the old and the laying of a new high-quality substrate:
- Carefully disassemble the floor and number the slats so as not to get confused when re-laying them. Replace floorboards with “broken” locks with new ones.
- Remove the old substrate, clean the subfloor from debris and dust.
- Lay a new substrate, connect the joints with construction tape.
- Lay the floorboards following the numbering.
Fixing scratches on laminate flooring
The least of the troubles that can happen to a coating. Among modern tools that allow you to restore the laminate from scratches quickly and with a minimum of labor, a wax-based pencil stands out. Run it over the scratch several times until it disappears. Now rub the floorboard to be restored with a soft cloth. Defect no matter what!
Deep scratches and dents from heels must be repaired with a special compound - putty (paste) for laminate. It comes in different colors, you need to choose the closest to the coating. Apply a little putty to the defect with a rubber spatula. Hammer the scratch or dent flush with the floor surface. Remove excess with a rag. Polish the dried putty with a dry cloth.
Elimination of scuffs on the laminate
Appear in places of frequent use - corridors, kitchen, hallway. This is due to two points: laying a floor covering with poor wear resistance, or if special protective equipment was not used when caring for the floor.
The simplest answer to the question of how to restore a laminate from scuffs is to use wax. Apply it to the rubbed area, slightly going beyond the borders of the rub. Let dry and polish with a dry soft cloth. If the protective layer of the laminate is severely damaged, one wax, even if used regularly, is not enough.
More stringent measures will have to be taken:
- Take the smallest sandpaper. Treat "bald spots" with it.
- Remove dust with a dry cloth or use a vacuum cleaner.
- Take sandpaper-zero. Walk through the already processed places. Again carefully remove all dust.
- Take a laminate varnish and work on the cleaned areas.
- After the varnish has dried, cover the entire surface of the floor with wax.
How to remove swelling of the lamellas due to water ingress
If water spilled on the floor, and you didn’t notice it in time, individual floorboards will swell, their edges will twitch. The solution in this situation is simple: dismantle the coating as quickly as possible, reaching the wet lamellas.
Before restoring laminate after blistering, prepare clean sheets of paper. Lay wet floorboards on them and let them dry naturally. When they take on their original form, reassemble the flooring, and lay the previously wet floorboards in another place (where water cannot reach them in case of leakage).
Even the most waterproof laminate will not be able to withstand moisture if the joints between the lamellas are not closed by anything. Be sure to use a special sealant to close the joints and regularly (according to the instructions) wax the surface of the floor. This is the only way to extend the life of the floor!
Restoring laminate from chips
This is one of the main problems. Even if they walk on the floor in soft slippers, no one is immune from the fact that something heavy will not fall on him - a plate, a cup or a lid from a cast-iron cauldron. If the object hits the corner of the lamella, a chip will inevitably appear.
Before you restore the laminate from chips, purchase a special paste. Then proceed as follows:
- Clean up the crack. Try not to grab nearby undamaged parts of the slats.
- Apply the paste to the chipped area with a rubber spatula. Work carefully, trying to ensure that the composition is only at the site of damage.
- Remove the paste if it accidentally gets near the chipped area.
- Level it flush with the floor surface, wipe with a dry cloth.
- Cover the restored area with something so you don't accidentally step on it.
- After a few hours, cover with a protective coating.
How to restore laminate - look at the video:
Now you know how to make a laminate floor repair with your own hands. This coating is very responsive to proper care. It extends its service life and allows you to keep the flooring in its original form for the entire period of operation.
- This is a popular flooring that does not need additional painting or polishing. It has good wear resistance and sound insulation. The material is easy to install and easy to maintain. But during operation, some damage may appear on it. Let's find out how to remove scratches from laminate flooring.
How to restore laminate from scratches?
Laminate damage can occur in several ways:
- cleaning with abrasive products, small scratches appear from sand;
- claws of pets or a dropped sharp object, such as a knife, can leave medium-sized scratches, often such damage appears from women's or metal heel heels;
- moving heavy furniture can cause major scratches.
As a rule, it is more difficult to eliminate scratches on a laminate floor than to prevent their occurrence, therefore it is necessary to carefully care for such a floor. In the hallway, you can put a rug on the laminate, which will protect it from heels and from exposure to dust and sand. You can put a small carpet under the computer chair. And it is better to stick special vinyl substrates on furniture legs, which will protect the laminate from dents and scratches.
Grout for laminate from scratches
If there is damage to the floor covering, do not immediately change the entire floor. It is better to ask than to cover up scratches on the laminate. For this purpose, you can use special pastes that have a different consistency. The color of the putty should be chosen as close as possible to the shade of your laminate. Before starting work on repairing scratches, dust and debris must be carefully removed from the floor. As practice shows, there are two ways to remove scratches from a laminate using grout.
Pencil for laminate from scratches
Removing scratches on the laminate can be done with a special wax pencil. This inexpensive and easy-to-use tool allows you to clean minor damage to the floor. After the repair, a thin film will remain in this place, which will protect this part of the laminate from moisture. Thanks to the variety of color shades, it is easy to choose the right pencil for your floor. Before applying wax, the area on the laminate must be cleaned by wiping with a damp cloth. After treating the scratch, polish it with a dry soft cloth.
Scratch polish for laminate flooring
Another effective remedy for scratches on a laminate is a polish in the form of an emulsion or silicone paste. It may include resins, wax and various pigments that enhance the original shade of the floor covering. The main purpose of the polish is to fill cracks and scratches on the floor, as well as leveling the surface. Laminate polishing against scratches is used only in case of minor damage. Depending on the consistency of the selected product, it can be applied in several ways.
Since it is unlikely that it will be possible to remove scratches from the laminate with a liquid or spray, it is better to use a polish in the form of mastic, which is applied to a fine-haired fabric and distributed over the floor in a circular motion. In this case, small cracks and scratches are filled. After processing, the laminate should dry well. However, it should be polished not only in the place where there is damage, but over the entire surface. So you can not only remove minor imperfections, but also improve the appearance of your floor.
Marker for laminate from scratches
Sometimes very minor damage appears on the surface of the coating, and the owners are concerned with the question: how to remove minor scratches from the laminate. To eliminate such shortcomings, there is a special retouching marker. With it, you can paint over small cracks in the floor. This simple and cheap method is used to visually eliminate a defect. Since the marker does not affect the structure of the laminated surface in any way, scratches will still be noticeable upon closer inspection.
