Installation Guide

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EarthWerks® ▪ 10850 Train Court Houston, Texas 77041-6208 USA ▪ www.earthwerks.com
Last Updated 8.9.2016 ▪ EarthWerks®Vinyl Flooring ▪ Installation Instructions
AFTER INSTALLATION
Sweep, dust mop or vacuum the floor to remove any debris.
Flooring should be one of the last items installed in a project. Protect the floors while other trades are finishing their work
prior to final cleanup and turnover to the owner. Use rosin or other breathable paper and blue painters tape to hold the
paper to the floor. Make sure no debris is under the paper.
MAINTENANCE AND PROTECTION OF YOUR NEW FLOOR
Clean up spills immediately. Sweep or vacuum the floor regularly and damp mop weekly. We recommend using Earthwerks
Floor Cleaner EWFC32 for routine cleaning. This can be purchased from the flooring dealer where the Fold-Down Product
was purchased. Do not use soap based detergents or abrasive cleaners. Earthwerks does not recommend the use of steam
cleaners on our flooring. To avoid possible permanent indentation or damage, proper floor protection devices must be
used under furniture and appliances. Exercise care when removing and replacing furniture or appliances.
Preventative maintenance is a must with any type of flooring. Please use entry mats to stop as much dirt prior to entry
of the building. Make sure all furniture is well protected, avoiding rubber products as they can cause stains. Use hard
plastic or felt pads under heavy furniture to prevent point loads. Use flat, polished metal glides with a minimum 1”
diameter under chairs and stools. These should have a rounded edge and pivot to remain in flat contact with the floor.
Non-staining felt pads can be used provided they are changed on a regular basis to prevent dirt, debris and sand buildup.
Wide, non-staining casters at least 2” in diameter or floor protectors should be used on rolling furniture such as office
chairs. Also sweeping and damp mopping the floor on a regular basis and a diligent inspection of the floor protection
installed on the furniture can be helpful. Never slide heavy furniture over unprotected floors.
These instructions are general guidelines for the proper procedures for installing and maintaining this flooring product.
For detailed instructions on Installation and Maintenance, please contact:
EarthWerks® Technical Service
800-275-7943
[e-mail]