How to clean tough stains from floor panels

Let’s start with a few universal tips that will be useful regardless of the type of stain. Remember our advice on how to clean tough stains from floor panels to avoid permanent damage.

1. Avoid sharp tools. To clean tough stains from floor panels, use a soft flat mop or a cotton cloth, and if scraping off dried stains is necessary, use wooden or plastic tools without sharp or metal parts.
2. Minimize the amount of water used for cleaning. Floor panels are wood-based products that do not tolerate excess moisture, so always wring out the mop or cloth thoroughly.
3. Be mindful of other liquids as well. Wipe away spilled juice or wine immediately to prevent damage to the panels.
4. Do not use strong detergents. For daily cleaning, use a special floor panel cleaner, which will protect against stains and make it easier to clean tough marks in the future (always check the label of the cleaning product).

Resin – how to remove resin from floor panels

One method to remove resin from floor panels is the mechanical method. Wait until the resin completely dries (you can speed up the process with ice packs), then gently scrape it off with an appropriate tool, such as a wooden kitchen spatula. Afterward, wipe the area with ethyl alcohol or acetone, followed by warm water, and dry the floor with a clean cloth.

The second method involves treating the resin with a cloth soaked in turpentine, gasoline, or spirit. Use these substances with caution and in small amounts. After wiping the resin, thoroughly clean the panels with a cloth and warm water, and dry the surface.

Glue – how to remove glue from floor panels

There are different types of glue, which means different methods for removing glue from floor panels. Sometimes, water with soap, vinegar, or dishwashing liquid is enough. If that doesn’t work, use spirit or acetone (e.g., nail polish remover).

To be safe, first apply acetone to an inconspicuous part of the floor to check if it causes discoloration or changes the gloss level. If you decide to scrape off dried glue, as with resin stains, use tools without sharp edges; plastic tools work best for this.

Wax – how to remove wax from floor panels

There are two approaches for removing wax from floor panels: cold and warm methods. To remove wax with the cold method, first wait for it to harden (this process can be sped up by placing an ice pack on the stain). Then gently lift the wax with a wooden or plastic tool without sharp edges. The wax layer should peel off completely. Any remaining residue or greasy marks can be wiped away with soapy water (never clean panels with wax-containing liquids).

To remove wax with heat, use a hairdryer and paper towel, thin cotton cloth, newspaper, or sandwich paper. Place the material over the wax stain and heat it with a hairdryer. The melted wax should stick to the material, gently separating from the panels.