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12. Use area rugs in high traffic areas and pivot points (e.g., stair landings, room entries, etc.), especially if you
have a large family or indoor pets.
13. Use a dry or dry/damp cloth to blot up spills as soon as they happen. Never allow liquids to stand on your
floor.
14. For best results, utilize a dry damp sponge mop for routine cleaning. Avoid wet mopping.
15. Sweep, dust, or vacuum the floor regularly with the hard floor attachment (not the beater bar) to prevent
accumulation of dirt and grit that can scratch or dull the floor finish.
16. Do not wash or wet mop the floor with soap, water, oil-soap detergent, or any other liquid cleaning material.
17. Do not use steel wool, abrasive cleaners, or strong ammoniated or chlorinated type cleaners.
18. Do not use any type of buffing or polishing machine
19. Do not use any type steam cleaner or any cleaning device that applies steam or water directly to flooring
20. A more frequent dust-mopping or vacuuming schedule may be required in very sandy areas such as a beach
home.
21. Always remove everyday household spills immediately. For best long term flooring performance, remove all
spills immediately.
22. Shaw Repel Hardwood is water resistant; however, it is not water proof. As with any flooring, due care should
be exercised to extend the life of your Shaw floor. Place walk off mats at entrances, dry dust mop as primary
cleaning method. If additional cleaning is required, for best results, use a dry-damp sponge mop or microfiber
mop. If mopping is required, occasionally mop using water in a well wrung out sponge mop. When cleaning,
do not saturate the floor with water as this could cause swelling, warping, delamination, and joint line
separation. Remember, Shaw Repel Hardwood is water resistant, not waterproof. Do not pour liquid directly
on floor or use an excessively wet mop that will puddle or leave moisture standing on the floor. DO NOT use
detergents, cleaners, soaps, waxes or polishes. DO NOT use rotating beater bars, floor scrubbers, steamers,
jet mops or similar products. DO NOT allow topical moisture (small household spills) to remain on the floor.
Environmental Protection
1. Entry mats will help collect the dirt, sand, grit, and other substances such as oil, asphalt, or driveway sealer that
might otherwise be tracked onto your floor.
2. To prevent slippage of area rugs, use an approved vinyl rug underlayment.
3. Use floor protectors and wide-load bearing leg bases/ rollers to minimize the chance of indentations and scratches
from heavy objects. As a rule, the heavier the object, the wider the floor protector.
4. Maintain a normal indoor relative humidity level between 35% and 65% throughout the year to minimize the
natural expansion and contraction of the wood.
a. Heating season (Dry): A humidifier is recommended to prevent excess shrinkage due to low humidity
levels. Wood stove and electric heat tend to create very dry conditions.
b. Non-Heating Season (Wet): An air conditioner, dehumidifier, or periodically turning on your heating will
help to maintain humidity levels during summer months.
5. Avoid excessive exposure to water during periods of inclement weather.
6. Keep your pet’s nails trimmed to prevent them from scratching your floor.
7. Never try to slide heavy objects across the floor.
8. A protective mat should be used for furniture or chairs with castors.
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