![]() ![]() Sweep or vacuum regularly to remove dirt & grit that can scratch the floor and wipe up all spills promptly and thoroughly with a damp cloth or mop, washing with a mild detergent when needed. Heavy furniture should rest on glass or hard plastic caps, while frequently-moved furniture like chairs should have easy ball-bearing swiveling action. You can remove factory printing on the surface with mild detergent & water. ![]() Immediately after installation, don’t replace furniture or allow heavy traffic for 24 hours. Avoid rubber-backed, latex-backed, vinyl-backed, or cocoa fiber mats that can stain or damage your floor’s surface.Ĭlose curtains or blinds where extreme sunlight hits the floor, as heat & sunlight cause most home furnishings (including vinyl floors) to fade or discolor. Unbacked doormats outside each entrance to your home prevent dirt, sand, grit, oil, asphalt, or driveway sealer from being tracked onto your floor. Plastic glides or double-wheel casters on chairs & tables will protect your floor. Sheet vinyl is susceptible to tears or dents from heavy objects, so exercise extreme caution when moving appliances & furniture. Residential sheet vinyl of the “no-wax” variety requires only damp mopping – no abrasive cleaners that could damage the finish. Always rinse the affected area with clean water, no matter the treatment you use. Please take caution when using isopropyl alcohol, lighter fluid, odorless mineral spirits, or paint thinner, as these are flammable solvents. If this does not remove the substance, follow the steps for paints & solvents. For scuffs & smudges from rubber heels or shoe polish, rub with your fingertip to create friction.For substances that won’t wipe up, such as adhesives, asphalt, chewing gum, oil, grease, candle wax, or tar, follow the steps for paints & solvents if you’re unable to remove the excess with a dull kitchen knife.You can also rub lightly with mineral spirits, paint thinner or nail polish remover. If needed, scrub the area with a heavy-duty stripper and cleaner approved by your floor’s manufacturer. For paints & solvents such as dry cleaning fluids, lacquer, latex paint, nail polish, oil paints, wood stains, or varnish, gently peel the dry substance from the floor.For acids, alkalis, blood, ketchup, mustard, cleaners, strong soaps, dye & dye markings, food, candy, grass, iodine, mercurochrome, rust, urine, or excrement, scrub the area with a full-strength vinyl cleaner, a 10-to-1 dilution of water to bleach, or isopropyl alcohol in that order.Utilize the following tips to removing stains or spills & minimize permanent damage: ![]()
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