The best way to keep any floor looking new is to clean it the right way from day one. The wrong product or technique won't always show damage immediately, but it adds up over months of mopping. Here's how to care for each of our six ranges, and what to steer clear of.
Laminate
Sweep or vacuum regularly to keep grit from scratching the surface, then damp-mop with a well-wrung mop and a laminate-safe cleaner. Never wet-mop or flood the floor with water, since standing moisture can seep into the seams and swell the particleboard core. Wipe up spills immediately rather than leaving them to dry.
Avoid steam mops entirely on laminate. The heat and moisture combination is one of the fastest ways to damage the wear layer and core.
Pictured: Timeless Oak Laminate
Hybrid
Hybrid is the easiest of our ranges to clean, thanks to its waterproof SPC core. Sweep or vacuum first, then mop with a damp (not soaking) mop and a pH-neutral cleaner. Because it's genuinely waterproof, the occasional heavier clean or wet mop won't hurt it the way it would laminate or timber. See our Hybrid vs Laminate comparison for more on why that is.
Stick to non-abrasive cleaning pads. Hybrid's wear layer is tough, but scouring pads or abrasive powders can dull the surface finish over time.
Pictured: Natural Oak Hybrid
Vinyl
Vacuum or sweep, then mop with warm water and a vinyl-appropriate cleaner. The "Ultra Clean Guard" surface coat on our vinyl range is designed to resist staining, so most spills wipe up with minimal effort.
Avoid solvent-based or oil-soap cleaners, which can break down the surface coating and leave a dull residue over time.
Engineered timber
Vacuum with a hard-floor setting (not a beater-bar attachment, which can scratch the finish) and use a barely-damp microfibre mop with a timber-specific cleaner. Never wet-mop engineered timber. Because it's a real timber veneer, excess water can seep between boards and cause cupping or swelling that isn't repairable.
Use felt pads under furniture legs and a doormat at entries to cut down on the grit that causes most scratching.
Solid timber
Solid timber needs the most careful approach of any range we stock, since it's a single piece of hardwood all the way through rather than a veneer over a core. Dry sweep or vacuum with a hard-floor setting, then use only a barely-damp microfibre mop with a timber-specific cleaner, never a wet mop or steam mop. Standing water is the biggest risk to solid timber, since it can swell, warp or cup boards that are otherwise built to last decades.
The upside of solid timber is that it's the one range that can be sanded back and refinished rather than replaced, so light surface wear over the years isn't the end of the floor the way it would be on a veneered or laminated product. Keep it out of prolonged direct sunlight where you can, and use felt pads under furniture to avoid indentations in the softer, unfinished surface.
Pictured: Blackbutt Solid Timber
Bamboo
Care for bamboo much like engineered timber: dry sweep or vacuum, then a barely-damp mop only when needed. Bamboo is harder than most timber, so it resists dents well, but it's still a natural material and standing water is its biggest enemy.
Keep bamboo out of direct, sustained sunlight where possible, as UV exposure can gradually shift the tone of some finishes over the years.
General rules that apply to all of them
- Wipe spills up straight away, regardless of material.
- Use furniture pads, and lift (don't drag) heavy furniture.
- A doormat at every entry point does more for floor longevity than any cleaning product.
- When in doubt, check the specific product's care instructions rather than assuming one cleaner suits every range — what's safe for hybrid can damage laminate or timber.
Make It Easier With the Right Spray Mop
A lot of the advice above comes down to the same thing: control how much water actually touches the floor. A regular mop and bucket makes that hard to manage, you're either flooding the floor or barely dampening it. A spray mop solves this by releasing a fine, even mist exactly where you trigger it, which is why we recommend one across every range in this guide.
Our Spray Mop & Cleaning Kit comes with an Australian-made concentrated cleaning solution (500ml, making up to 10L diluted) formulated for laminate, hybrid, vinyl and timber floors, so it covers every range above with one bottle instead of a cupboard full of range-specific cleaners. It pairs an XL swivel mop head with a machine-washable microfibre pad and a refillable spray tank, giving you an even, controlled clean without soaking the seams.
Pictured: Spray Mop & Cleaning Kit
Already have a cleaning solution you're happy with? The mop on its own uses the same spray-and-wipe mechanism, just fill the tank with whatever solution suits your floor.
Not sure which range you have, or want advice on a specific stain or mark? Get in touch and we're happy to help.
Related Reading
Still choosing a floor and want to factor in how much upkeep it needs? Our how to choose a floor guide and full flooring comparison cover maintenance alongside price and durability. Households with kids or dogs should also see our guides to safe floors for kids & pets and best flooring for dogs, and if moisture is a bigger concern in your space, see our guide to best flooring for bathrooms & wet areas.