Installation Guide

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Rigid Core Vinyl Plank Installation Instructions
Defense+
23. Install moldings to cover the expansion gap. When installing moldings, never allow nails or screws to enter the Pergo Defense+
Vinyl Plank or the expansion zone around the flooring perimeter. All moldings and transition strips need to provide a 3/8" (9
mm) expansion space as well. (Note: Coordinated moldings can be purchased on homedepot.com. Follow molding installation
instructions for proper installation.)
CARE AND CLEANING
Preventative Maintenance
Prevent indentations and scratches by using non-staining floor protectors on the legs of chairs, appliances and all heavy
furniture. Floor protectors should be at least 1" in diameter. Periodically clean protectors to remove grit that may become
embedded and cause scratching.
Chair casters should be rubber – not plastic or metal – and should be kept clean.
Place walk-o mats at entrances. Mats should have a non-rubberized backing and be marked as non- staining.
We recommend the use of a hard surface (non-studded), non-rubber chair mat to protect your floor from oce chairs with
casters. Light, rolling furniture should be outfitted with broad-surface, non-staining casters that have been engineered for hard
surface floors. Such casters should be a minimum of 1" (2.5 cm) wide and at least 2" (5.1 cm) in diameter.
Keep pets’ nails trimmed.
Remove shoes with cleats, spikes or exceptionally pointy heels before walking on the floor.
Cleaning & Maintenance
Sweep the floor regularly with a soft bristle broom to remove loose dirt.
Wash the floor with non-abrasive, neutral PH floor cleaner approved for vinyl floors.
For every day cleaning, a mop moistened with warm water will suce.
A residential steam mop may be used, provided the steam is applied to a microfiber pad and not applied directly to the floor.
Make sure to set the temperature of the steam mop to the lowest setting. Steam mop in the length direction of the planks only.
Do Not Use the Following on Pergo Defense+ Vinyl Plank
Detergent based cleaners
Abrasive or mop and shine products
Ammonia or bleaches
Vacuum cleaner with a rotating beater bar engaged
NOTE: Always read the cautionary information on all cleaners prior to use.
IMPORTANT: Never push, pull or drag furniture, appliances or other items across the floor. When moving furniture or heavy items,
always lift and carry the items.