Installation Guide

Installation Instructions
lifeproof™ Waterproof Rigid Core
Luxury Vinyl Multi-Width Plank Flooring
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Product Description
6.5 mm thick x 4.25 in., 5.59 in., 9.84 in.
(three plank widths) x 47.64 in. long
Rigid Core Vinyl Planks
Grade Levels
Above Grade / On Grade
Below Grade
Installation
Method
Floating - Drop
and Lock
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Care and Maintenance
DAILY MAINTENANCE
□ Regularly sweep, dust, damp mop, or vacuum your floor to remove any particles that could cause abrasion or scratch your floor.
CAUTION: Vacuums with a beater bar or power rotary brush head can damage a floor and should never be used.
□ Use a damp mop to remove spots and soil. Use any pH neutral vinyl cleaner. Alternatively, use a non-rinsing, biodegradable cleaner that leaves no residue or
haze.
□ For lightly soiled area, clean with fresh, distilled water.
□ HINT: For best results, clean the floor in the same direction of the planks. When the cleaning cloth/mop becomes soiled, rinse or replace it with a clean one.
Following up with a clean, dry cloth will remove residual streak-marks and spots.
□ Avoid spills of acidic products (juice, soft drinks, wine, etc.) on the floor. Clean spots immediately.
□ Promptly remove any standing water, pet urine and other liquids.
□ Do NOT use a steam cleaner.
□ 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 powder, 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.
□ Avoid spills of paints, dyes, or harsh chemicals.
□ Avoid long term exposure to direct sunlight. Use window treatments or UV tinting on windows.
BRANDED OR OFF-THE-SHELF FLOOR CARE PRODUCTS
If none of the above are effective and you choose to use a store-bought product, test the product in an inconspicuous place (e.g., closet, corner, or scrap pieces)
for potential, adverse side effects.
PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE
□ Protect your floor when using a dolly for moving furniture or appliances. Protective sheets and/or plywood may be needed. Never slide or roll heavy furniture
or appliances across the floor.
□ Use flat floor protectors (nylon or felt) on all furniture legs. Periodically clean protectors to remove grit that may become embedded and cause scratching.
□ Avoid excessive exposure to water from being tracked in during periods of inclement weather.
□ Minimize abrasive material and dirt by placing mats on both sides of exterior doors and by using area rugs in high-traffic areas.
□ Periodically rearrange furniture and rugs to avoid uneven color and shade changes from light exposure.
□ Use protective mats beneath rolling chairs and keep furniture casters clean.
□ Use NON-RUBBER backed mats that are labeled "colorfast" by the manufacturer. Non-staining, vinyl-backed mats or woven rugs should be used at all
entrances to avoid discoloration from asphalt driveways or prevent dirt and grit from being tracked onto your floor. Rubber and latex-backed mats use a
chemical (antioxidant) to keep the backing from becoming brittle; it is this chemical that can permanently stain your floor.
□ We recommend the use of a hard surface (non-studded), non-rubber chair mat to protect your floor from office 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 in.
(2.5 cm) wide and at least 2 in. (5.1 cm) in diameter.
□ Keep pets’ nails trimmed.
□ Remove shoes with cleats, spikes or exceptionally pointy heels before walking on the floor.
CLIMATE MAINTENANCE
□ Care should be taken to maintain humidity levels within the 40%-60% range.
□ Dry Climates: A humidifier is recommended to maintain humidity levels. Wood stoves and electric heat tend to create very dry conditions during the winter
months, which can cause shrinkage in flooring.
□ Humid, Wet Climates: Use an air conditioner, heater, or dehumidifier to maintain proper humidity levels and prevent excessive expansion resulting from high
moisture conditions.
FLOOR REPAIR
□ Very deep scratches may require the replacement of the planks.
□ Use a melamine pad to remove scuffs.