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How do I clean my Pergo floor?
Dirt and dust do not adhere to the flooring easily because the surface layer is hard and compact. Sweeping or light vacuuming with the hard floor attachments or mopping with a damp mop is all you need to do to keep this type of floor clean. Be wary of soap and detergents because they leave a residue making the floor look dull. Acetone or nail polish remover can be used to remove spots like cigarette burns, nail polish, markers, and tar. Pergo floors never need to be sanded or refinished, waxed or polished.

Cheap solution to replace those expensive
PERGO flooring cleaners

1/3 part white vinegar
1/3 part rubbing alcohol
1/3 part water
3 drops diswashing liquid

Mix this into an old, clean spray bottle and you have a very similar substitute of the Pergo floor cleaner.
Just spray and mop; also great for deodorizing a room and for a fast cleanup and on tile floors with great results. Pergo is best when water doesn’t puddle on it too long, the alcohol makes it dry faster.

How can I remove glue haze from my Pergo floor?
Remove glue haze using a warm damp cloth as soon as possible . Any residual haze or traces of glue missed by the initial cleaning after the floor sets for at least 12 hours can be removed by using Pergo’s special cleaner (Pergo After Installation Cleaner). Another options is to use 1/2 cup ammonia to 1 gallon of water with a damp cloth.

Does Pergo scratch?
Pergo is not “scratch-proof”. Minimize scratching by placing felt floor protectors under furniture (chairs, tables, etc.) and replace them if they wear out. Make sure to lift rather than slide heavy objects across the floor. Use welcome mats inside any doorways to catch gravel and dirt that can be brought into the house on shoe bottoms. Some vacuums can scratch the floor as well. Spot test in areas and be sure to use only the hard floor attachments.

How can I fix chips and dents on the floor?
There is a putty that Pergo sells that is used to repair small chips and dents that have chipped through the laminate layer of your floor. It is essential to use the Pergo brand because the provided color coordinated putty to match your style of floor. You should probably replace the plank if the area to be repaired is larger than a 1/4 of an inch. Individual planks can be replaced if necessary, and you will always be able to match the floor color with another Pergo specific plank. We also recommend locating a flooring professional who has experience and the proper tools and training for plank replacements. Normally your dealer will have a recommendation.