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Vinyl flooring provides low maintenance floor product that will give you many years of service. To keep the lasting shine and fresh feel of your flooring investment for as long as possible, we recommend that you always follow manufacturer’s recommendations.
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
Wipe up spills as soon as possible. Remove dried spills with a neutral cleaner on a white cloth, or use the manufacturer’s approved cleaning product.
Wash your floor occasionally with a good quality no-rinse vinylfloor cleaner.
Do not use detergents, abrasive cleaners or "mop and shine" products - they may leave a dull film on your floor and void your warranty.
Never use paste wax or solvent-based polishes.
Never use a beater bar when vacuuming because it can visibly damage the floor surface.
Do not use highly abrasive scrubbing tools as they will cause permanent damage.
PROTECTING YOUR FLOOR
When moving appliances or heavy furniture, lay a plywood panel on your floor and "walk" the item across it. This protects your floor from scuffing and tears.
Use floor protectors on furniture to reduce indentation. As a general rule of thumb, the heavier the item, the wider the floor protector needed.
Be careful with rolling casters. They can cause permanent damage to the floor. We do not recommend them. If you must use them, please use the double wheel type.
Place a mat at outside entrances to reduce the amount of dirt brought into your home. We do not recommend the use of rubber- or latex-backed mats because the chemicals used to keep the backing from becoming brittle can permanently stain your floor. We suggest a non-staining vinyl-backed mat or a woven rug that is colorfast. Most of these products are identified "colorfast" by the manufacturer.
IMMEDIATELY AFTER INSTALLATION
For 8 hours after seam application, protect the sealed seams on your flooring. This will ensure the proper seam bond. If your seams are disturbed before they're dry, permanent damage may result.
Maintain room temperature at 65 degrees Fahrenheit for 48 hours after installation is completed. This assures proper curing, setting and bonding of products.
Use a damp sponge, cloth, or mop to wipe off any manufacturer’s information printed on the face of the floor. Do not to wipe across any seams.
The adhesive under your floor needs time to thoroughly dry after installation. We recommend that you do not scrub or wash your floor for five days.
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