Animal Urine and Laminate

Q: I have been looking at laminate flooring to replace my carpeting in my home. My major concern is doggie urine. Can these floors resist the urine that my son’s doggie brings with him every time they visit.
Thanks in Advance
Penny
A: This is a question with a yes and no answer. Will laminate resist damage from moisture? Yes, if messes are cleaned up promptly and a proper cleaning regiment is observed for your floor. Are laminate floors going to resist this type of abuse over a long time or if left unattended to? Not likely. If you want a floor where there will be no worry about moisture spills and pet messes, then look into stone, tile or vinyl flooring. If you want a wood floor and know that when your son’s furry friend is around that you can promptly attend to any pet messes, than you should be safe with laminate.
I would suggest looking into laminate floors which perform very well in moisture resistance testing. Also, have a spray bottle of cleaner on hand because pet urine can damage a floors finish. Wipe up any urine, then follow up with a quick spray of cleaner and wipe with a towel or microfiber mop over the area where the spill occurred just to ensure no residue is left on the finish.