Can Wet Vacs Be Used on Laminate Floors? Yes—with Critical Precautions

Yes—wet vacuums can be used on laminate flooring—but only under strict, science-informed conditions that prevent moisture intrusion, substrate swelling, and adhesive failure. Laminate is not waterproof; it’s water- resistant, with a high-density fiberboard (HDF) core that swells irreversibly at just…
