Use and Care Manual

DAILY MAINTENANCE
Monday, January 11, 2021
BE AWARE
• Be aware of any sharp edges as they can scratch and gouge your floor’s surface.
• Do not use tape or adhesive products on floors. Doing so may discolor and/or damage finish.
• Use of electric heating mats and other heating units directly on and/or under flooring can cause
thermal degradation, compromise the surface and locking system.
DAILY MAINTENANCE
• Regularly sweep, dust, damp mop, or vacuum (without beater bar) your floor to remove any
particles that could cause abrasions or scratches to appear on your floor.
• Use a damp mop to remove spots and soil. Use any pH neutral floor cleaner.
• Promptly remove any standing water, pet urine or other liquids.
DO NOT use a steam cleaner.
DO NOT vacuum with a beater bar or power rotary brush head.
DO NOT use any cleaning agents containing wax, oil or polish. Leftover residue will form a dull film.
DO NOT use steel wool or scouring pad, as they will scratch the floor.
DO NOT use any dust cleaners, as they may cause your floor to become slick or damage the finish.
DO NOT use vinegar.
DO NOT use any All-Purpose or Multi-Purpose cleaners.
DO NOT use wet sweeper pads. Dry sweeper pads can be used.
PROTECT
• Close blinds or drapes during peak sunlight hours. Excessive heat and light will subject flooring to
thermal degradation and potential fading effects.
• Place mats at all entrances to keep dirt and debris off floor. Clean mats regularly to avoid dust, and
loose debris build-up. Use non-staining, breathable mats. Rubber mats may discolor the floor.
• Use non-rubber floor protectors for furniture. 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. To prevent point loads on heavy furniture, use large non-staining
surface floor protectors. Do not use ball type castors as they can damage floors.
HUMIDITY
Relative humidity should be maintained between 35-55%. Never shut off your heating, ventilation, or
air-conditioning system for long periods of time, such as summer vacations. While flooring is water
resistant, it’s not a moisture barrier.
RECOATING
When first signs of factory finish wear are noticed, it’s the best time to recoat the surface.
For recoating floors, we recommend agents from Bona Series: Bona Prep and Bona Traffic. Before
recoating operation begins, adhesion test must be done on small and several sections of the floor. Test
must determine the residues of wax, oil and confirm good adhesion of new coating.