Use And Care Manual

• To help prevent staining from asphalt tracking, we recommend the use
of a latex-based driveway sealer.
• Draw drapes and blinds during peak periods of strong sunlight.
Flooring, like other home furnishing products, may discolor or fade
when over-exposed to the sun.
• Heat-producing appliances such as a refrigerator or range, or hot air
registers emitting a direct ow of heat in excess of 120° F, even
intermittently, can scorch, burn, discolor or fade your oor. Cigarettes,
matches and other very hot objects can also damage your oor.
• Avoid wearing stiletto or spiked heels on your oor. These types of
heels can indent or damage many types of oors.
• DO NOT USE STEAM CLEANERS on Congoleum Floors, they can
permanently damage the oor.
Regular Care (all products)
• Sweep or vacuum regularly to remove dirt and grit that can abrade, dull
or scratch your oor. Do not use a vacuum with a beater brush, because
it may damage the oor’s surface.
• Wipe up spills promptly with a damp cloth or mop.
• For a more thorough cleaning, wash your oor with Congoleum Bright ’N
Easy No-Rinse Cleaner or other suitable, non-detergent based resilient
oor cleaner.
Caution: Avoid one-step “mop and polish” products, dishwashing liquids
and oil-based cleaners. These may leave a residue which can attract dirt
and dull your oor’s nish. Avoid cleaners that contain abrasives or
solvents which may permanently damage your oor.
• Remove excess water after washing the oor.
• A copolymer or acrylic grout sealer compatible with acrylic grouts may
be used on DuraCeramic Grout. Do not use a penetrating silicone sealer
on the grout.
• The gloss level may change over time depending on the amount of trafc,
care, and maintenance the oor receives. To restore the appearance,
rst use Congoleum Bright ’N Easy Polish Remover to remove any
ground-in dirt and excess polish buildup. Rinse thoroughly. Then apply
Congoleum Bright ’N Easy Floor Polish (03002) to obtain a high-gloss
nish or Congoleum Bright ’N Easy Satin-Gloss Floor Polish (03007) to
obtain a satin-gloss or natural-gloss nish. Do not apply polish to
Ultima
®
, DuraCeramic
®
Origins, DuraCeramic Dimensions
®
, AirStep Vibe
®
,
AirStep Advantage
®
, AirStep Evolution
®
, AirStep Plus
®
, ArmorCore UR or
ArmorCore Pro UR.
Care for ZōN, Alternatives, Choices and CX Series
These products require a polish to seal and protect the color and design.
A minimum of two coats of polish for residential use and three to ve coats
for commercial use is required. There are special care and maintenance
procedures for ZōN. Please refer to the Congoleum website at
www.congoleum.com for specic maintenance information for ZōN.
Immediately After Installation
• Keep trafc to a minimum during the rst 24 hours to allow the adhesive
to harden. Then open to light foot trafc only for the next 24 hours.
Resume normal trafc after 48 hours.
• Protect and do not disturb the sealed seams on your resilient sheet oor-
ing for at least 16 hours after seam sealer application to ensure a proper
seam bond.
• Furniture should not be placed on the oor for 24 hours so the adhesive
(and grout, if applicable), have adequate time to dry.
• Always move heavy furniture and appliances with care to avoid gouging
or tearing the oor. First, lay strips of plywood or hardboard panels on the
oor. Then roll, “walk” or slide these items on the strips. Do not push or
pull appliances and heavy furniture without taking these precautions.
• Wash your oor using Congoleum Bright ’N Easy No-Rinse Cleaner or
other suitable oor cleaner 48 hours after installation.
Caution: Resilient ooring, like other types of smooth oors, can
become slippery when wet. Allow time for the oor to dry after washing.
Immediately wipe up wet areas from spills or wet feet. Place mats
at outside entrances to prevent water, snow or ice from being tracked
onto your oor. Improper polishes or nishes can cause the oor to
become slippery.
• Immediately after the installation of Endurance SmartLink:
• Keep the room temperature between 65°F and 85°F for at least
48 hours after installation. Maintain the room temperature between
55°F and 85°F thereafter.
• Do not wash or scrub Endurance SmartLink ooring for at least
5 days after installation. This allows the adhesive bond to develop
by preventing moisture and cleaning agents from interfering with the
bonding process. Spot cleaning is acceptable, but do not apply
excess moisture or cleaning solution.
Preventative Care
• Make sure furniture legs have large surface, nonstaining oor protectors.
Replace small, narrow metal or dome-shaped glides with smooth,
at glides, that are at on the oor. Glides should be equipped with
self-adhesive felt pads to avoid scratching the surface of the oor.
The pads should be checked periodically for grit and wear and replaced
when necessary.
• Heavy furniture or appliances should be equipped with at, nonstaining
composition furniture casters or cups of appropriate size - available
square from 1 1/2" to 2 5/8" and round from 1 3/8" to 1 5/8".
• Moveable appliances and furniture should be equipped with easily
swiveling casters. They should be at least 2" in diameter with nonstaining
hard rubber treads with a minimum 3/4" at surface width. Do not use
ball-shaped casters.
• Place mats at outside entrances to prevent dirt, grit and soil from being
tracked onto your oor. Use 100% latex-backed mats (labeled nonstain-
ing), because some rubber-backed mats or carpets may permanently
discolor your oor.
Caring for Your Floor
CONSUMER CARE & MAINTENANCE GUIDE