Installation Guide

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4. With the pattern side facing up on the new replacement plank/tile, trim off the short lip (tongue side) along the length of the plank and the groove on the
lower prole of the end joint making it ush with the edge of the plank. Be careful not to damage the nish surface of the plank.
5. It will be necessary to remove the slim white insert from the end joint existing plank to allow a proper t.
6. Cut several pieces of acrylic double face tape made for vinyl oors and slide under the edges of the existing oor on the two edges where the replacement
plank/tile will have tongue trimmed off. The end joint will need a section of tape under it to secure it. Tape should face sticky side up; leave the paper on
the lower side.
7. Using MOHAWK M7 Seam Sealer, run a small bead of sealer on the groove edge of the plank of the existing oor where the replacement plank/tile will rest.
NOTE: The long tongue of the replacement plank/tile and the uncut compression t end joint will not need tape or seam sealer, as you will be using
the plank’s/tile’s locking mechanism.
8. Install replacement plank/tile by angling the long groove of the replacement plank under and over the tongue of the oor plank until the nish edge of
the replacement plank is tight against the nish edge of the oor plank, and the compression end joint is lined up. Rotate down, locking the length tongue
joint then pressing the end joint with your thumb or palm of your hand to lock into place.
9. Wipe any excess sealer that comes to the surface of the tiles with a damp cloth and follow with a dry cloth to assure all sealer is removed from tile surface.
10. Keep foot trafc off the replaced plank/tile for 24 hours.
NOTE: Mohawk will not be held responsible for problems that may arise for alternative seam sealers. Please contact the alternative seam sealer’s
manufacturer with issues
Rigid Care & Maintenance
To help protect and keep your oor clean, following these proper care and maintenance guidelines:
Preventative Maintenance
• Prevent indentations and scratches by using non-staining oor protectors on the legs of chairs, appliances and all heavy furniture. Floor protectors should
be at least one inch in diameter.
• Do not ood oor or subject to standing water.
• Protect your oor from tracked-in dirt by using mats at all outside entrances. Mats should have a non-rubberized backing and be marked as non-staining.
• Avoid tracking-in tar or asphalt from driveways.
• Avoid high heel shoes on your oor as they can cause permanent indentations.
• Protect your oors against burns. Burns from cigarettes, matches or other extremely hot items can cause permanent damage.
• Avoid exposure to direct sunlight for prolonged periods, as this can cause discoloration.
Cleaning & Maintenance
• Sweep the oor regularly with a soft bristle broom to remove loose dirt.
• Wash the oor with non-abrasive, neutral PH oor cleaner.
• For every day maintenance, a mop moistened with warm water will sufce.
• Spills should be cleaned up immediately.
DO NOT use the following on your Mohawk rigid luxury vinyl oor
• Soap based detergents
• Abrasive or mop and
shine products
• Floor wax
• Vacuum cleaners with a
rotating beater bar
• Ammonia
• Bleach solution greater than 3%
NOTE: Always read the cautionary information on all cleaners prior to use.
NOTE: Never push, pull or drag furniture, appliances or other items across the oor. When moving furniture or heavy items, always lift and carry
the items. To minimize the risks of scratches and gouges when moving heavy objects, place plywood underlayment between the ooring and
object to be moved.