Installation Guide

D.I.Y. Peel-n-Stick
Installation & Warranty Guidelines
February 2016 Page 4
motion. Continue to work in this manner around the edges of the tile in your working space.
e. Joints should be fully filled and free of gaps and voids. Grout should be flush with the bottom of the bevel
or just below the edge of the finished edge of the tile.
f. Use the short edge of the grout to remove excess grout from the joints. Hold the float at a 90 angle and
move diagonally down the length of the grout joint. Excess grout should be returned to the container for
continued use.
g. Grout should be continually cleaned up during grouting. Use a clean, non-abrasive sponge specifically
designed for grouting. Grout sponge should be damp-dry for optimal cleaning- do not introduce large
amounts of water on the grout joints.
Initial grout cleaning (during installation for the small work area)
a. For best results, wait 10 minutes before beginning cleanup to allow the grout joint some time to firm up
so it is not pulled out of the joint during cleanup process. Do not wait longer than 40 minutes.
b. To clean, first soak sponge in cool clean water. Wring out most excess water, and then pat the surface of
the tile with the damp sponge to loosen the film. Next, rinse the sponge in water a second time and wring
out excess water completely.
c. Use the damp sponge in a light, circular motion to smooth joints and clean film from the tile. Avoid using
excessive amounts of water on the grout joints.
d. Turn sponge over to a clean side and draw diagonally across tiles to remove any remaining film.
e. For optimal results, follow these final clean-up steps: moisten a towel with clean water, wring out excess,
then drag a damp towel across surface diagonally. This will pick up remaining film.
f. If a light haze remains after cleaning, do not attempt to remove it with the sponge. Instead, leave the haze
on the surface and remove the next day with a damp sponge. Haze will easily come off of most tile
surfaces.
NOTES:
 If excess water is used in the sponge during clean up, minor cracks or pinholes can develop. If the grout is
over-worked, it may appear to shrink down into joint. Should any of these things occur, simply apply a
second coat to the affected areas. You must allow your initial application to cure for 24 hours prior to
your second application.
 Restrict traffic on the finished grout for 24 hours (light foot traffic) and 72 hours for heavy traffic and pets.
 Allow 7 days for grout to achieve final cure which includes hardness and stain resistance. ALLOW 7 DAYS
BEFORE EXPOSURE TO WATER.
Final Cleanup (if any haze exists)
a. If a haze exists on the next day after installation, simply wipe it clean with a damp sponge.
b. If a sponge is not effective, use a soft, white scrub pad in a circular motion to remove the grout haze from
the face of the tile. A small amount of mild detergent in warm water should be used also.
c. Use a damp, clean sponge or white towel to wipe off the remaining grout haze, rinsing the sponge/towel
often and changing the water often.
AFTER INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE
 Be sure all pieces are set flat and have tight edges.
 Re-roll the entire installation, along the length and width of the tiles with a 3-section 100 lb. roller to
ensure all tiles are properly set into the adhesive.
 In the event that the LV Flooring is not the last portion of the construction project, the floor must be
protected from construction traffic and damage. Utilize a reinforced fiber protective board or a heavy
Kraft paper (min. 60#) and cover the floor.
 Protect the flooring from constant exposure to direct sunlight. High temperatures directly on the floor
may cause the adhesive to reactivate and release from the subfloor.
 Immediately clean up spills or any excess liquid.
 Dust mop or sweep vinyl floor regularly.
 Only use “neutral pH” cleaners on vinyl flooring. Avoid multi-surface and chemical cleaners. Do not
saturate the floor to clean it; damp mopping is acceptable.
 If a finish coat is desired, use a matte finish designed for vinyl flooring only. Avoid use of waxes.