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Care and Maintenance Guide - Residential
LVT Care & Maintenance Guide – Residential
Your HDC LVT flooring manufactured by IVC US will provide years of carefree use. You will find that it is not only beautiful, but
durable. It is also much easier to maintain than most other flooring products, thanks to its tough protective finish and moisture
resistance. It only takes a few simple care and maintenance steps to keep your IVC floor looking beautiful for years to come.
Residential Care & Maintenance Guidelines
To help protect and keep your floor clean, following these proper care and maintenance guidelines:
Preventative Maintenance:
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Prevent indentations and scratches by the use of non-staining floor protectors on the legs of chairs, appliances and
all heavy furniture. Floor protectors should be at least one inch in diameter.
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Do not flood floor or subject to standing water.
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Protect your floor from tracked-in dirt by using mats at all outside entrances. Mats should have a non-rubberized
backing and be marked as non-staining.
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Avoid tracking-in tar or asphalt from driveways.
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Avoid high heel shoes on your floor as they can cause permanent indentations.
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Protect your floors 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:
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Sweep the floor regularly with a soft bristle broom to remove loose dirt.
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Wash the floor with non-abrasive, neutral PH floor cleaner.
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For every day maintenance, a mop moistened with warm water will suffice.
• Spills should be cleaned up immediately.
DO NOT
use the following on your LVT floor:
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Soap based detergents
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Abrasive or mop and shine products
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Floor wax
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Ammonia or bleaches*
*For spot treatment, a diluted 10/1 solution of water/liquid bleach is tolerable for stain removal
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Vacuum cleaner with a rotating beater bar
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. Place hardboards between the flooring and object to move.
This document is reviewed on an ongoing basis.
10/28/15