Nova Floor LVP Maintenance and Care

General Maintenance

Precautions: Remove all metal objects before conducting
maintenance and use caution tape and /or “Wet Floor” signs to
prohibit foot traffic until the floor is dry. Do not use hydrocarbons,
harsh disinfectants, cleaning agents, dyes, acetone or other harsh
chemicals – ensure all chemicals and materials that may come
in contact with flooring surface will not stain, mar or otherwise
damage the surface. Do not use abrasive cleaning pads, as these can
damage the flooring. The application of a floor-finish is not usually
recommended and will change the maintenance protocol. Allow
area to dry completely before allowing foot traffic.

Residential: Dust-mop or vacuum the floor to remove any dirt
or debris. Damp-mop the floor as often as required using a flat
microfiber mop or a spray mop (Swiffer type). We recommend a pH
neutral, film-free and streak-free cleaner concentrate, such as ZEP
Neutral Cleaner (available at home improvement stores). Make sure
to change the pad as often as required. Steam cleaners with a microfiber head may also be used, providing the steaming head is never
stationary, as prolonged, excessive heat can damage any vinyl floor
covering.

Commercial: Dust-mop or vacuum the floor to remove any dirt or
debris. Mix a pH neutral, film-free and streak-free cleaner with clean,
cool potable water and damp-mop or spot clean the floor as often as
necessary. Avoid wet mopping, puddling or pooling cleaning liquid
on the surface.

If flooring is heavily soiled or contaminated with gypsum dust, an
auto-scrubber or rotary machine (185 rpm or less) with 3M 5100
Red Cleaning pads (or equivalent pads or brushes) or a dual-bucket
mop system must be used to remove dirt and contaminants from
the surface. Mix a pH neutral, film-free and streak-free cleaner
with clean, cool potable water at the appropriate dilution level
and, apply to the surface using a new or thoroughly cleaned
mop, except when using an auto-scrubber. When using a rotary
machine, ensure the surface stays wet while scrubbing to prevent
marring or dulling. When using a dual-bucket system, allow the
cleaning solution to dwell for 5-10 minutes before removing.
Use a wet vacuum or clean mop to remove the cleaning slurry,
then rinse with clean, cool water and use a wet vacuum or clean
mop to remove any remaining liquid. Ensure that all cleaning
residues haves been removed (this may require additional rinsing).

 

Flooring Protection 

 

Do not slide or drag heavy objects across the floor. When moving
appliances, heavy furniture or equipment, protect the flooring with
appropriate, hard surface furniture sliders or 1/2” plywood.
All furniture casters or glides must be intended for resilient flooring
and made of a soft material, such as a felt, silicone or a poly-based
material. Casters and glides must have a flat contact point that is at
least 1 sq. in. or 1.125 in. in diameter to limit indentation and flooring
or finish damage. All rolling seating in desk areas must have chairs
that use soft, W-Type polyurethane wheels or have a polycarbonate
resilient flooring chair pad installed over the finished floor to protect
it. Do not use nylon/hard plastic wheels, glides or casters.

All fixed furniture legs or corners must have permanent floor
protectors installed on all contact points to reduce indentation, wear,
scratching and other flooring or finish damage. Floor protectors
must be intended for resilient flooring and made of a soft material
(such as a felt, silicone or a poly-based material). Floor protectors
must have a flat contact point of at least 1 sq. in. or 1.125 in. diameter
and must cover the entire bottom surface of the furniture leg. Do not
use nylon/hard plastic floor protectors or furniture feet.

Ensure all furniture castors and chair legs are clean and free of all
dirt and debris. Routinely clean chair castors and furniture legs to
ensure that dirt or debris has not built up or become embedded in
castors or floor protectors. Replace chair castors and floor protectors
at regular intervals, especially if they become damaged or heavily
soiled. Felt floor protection devices may need to be replaced 3 or
more times a year to prevent accumulation. Use an effective walk-off
mat or system at all outdoor entrances/exits and prevent water from
accumulating. Ensure mats are manufactured with non-staining
backs to prevent discoloration.