Maintenance Guide

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HARD SURFACE MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Mohawk Hard Surface floor coverings are engineered to be easily maintained, while providing years of
durable service. The following guidelines will save time and money maintaining Mohawk Hard Surface
flooring.
CLEANING AGENTS: We recommend Mohawk Floor Care Essentials specially formulated for Hardwood &
Laminate or Luxury Vinyl Flooring. Call 800.2. MOHAWK (800.266.4295) to find a retailer near you. Do not
use products that contain ammonia, wax, detergents, bleach, polish, vinegar, oil soap, abrasives or leave a
residue. To determine if a product will leave a residue, place a couple of drops diluted according to
manufacturer’s guidelines on a glass dish. Allow it to completely dry. Did it leave a residue? If so, it will leave
a residue on your floor. Residue will dull the luster of the flooring, leaving streaks or traces of foot prints
across your floor. If this occurs, you will need to follow instructions under Corrective Cleaning Procedures.
*Mohawk warranties do not cover damage due to improper cleaning agents or methods.
SUPPLIES:
Mohawk FloorCare Essentials
Microfiber Cloths
Microfiber Mop with spare interchangeable mop heads.
Soft Bristled Broom or Vacuum (non-rotating brush or beater bar)
Interior/Exterior Mats
PREVENTATIVE CARE GUIDELINES: An effective maintenance program begins with preventative care and
spot cleaning as required. Reducing the amount of dirt, grit and moisture being tracked onto your flooring
and taking care of spills as they occur, will reduce the amount of time required for routine cleaning.
General Floor Protection:
Never flood mop your floor.
Do not use steam mops, or power scrubbers to clean your floor.
Keep pet nails trimmed to minimize scratches.
Use non-staining felt or plastic floor protectors at least one inch in diameter under furniture.
Protect from direct sunlight.
Protect from spiked heels or athletic shoes.
Replace rubber casters with soft neoprene casters. Routinely clean caster to remove grit.
Exercise caution with area rugs over radiant floor heat. They act as insulators to trap heat next to your floor.
Lay a piece of plywood to “walk” heavy appliances and furniture across floor to avoid dents and gouges.
Do not use rubber mats, as they may stain your floor.
Routinely clean and inspect vacuum wheels, brush and head for foreign objects.