LINOLEUM FLOOR CARE MANUAL The Experts in Sanitation Solutions 1 800 361-7691 woodwyant.com Subsidiary of Sani Marc Group
What s Inside 1. About Linoleum Pg. 2 2. Preparing A New Floor Pg. 3 3. Daily Cleaning Pg. 4 4. Restoring With A Buffing Compound Pg. 5 5. Regular Top Coating (Deep Scrubbing ) Pg. 6 6. Stripping And Refinishing Pg. 7 7. Restoring Damaged Flooring Pg. 8 8. Product Guide Pg. 9 About Linoleum Linoleum is a natural floor made from 97% natural raw materials, 70% of which are rapidly renewable, along with a 43% recycled content. The key raw materials used in its production include linseed oil, which comes from the flax plant seeds, wood flour as production waste from controlled forestry plantations and jute, a crop whose fibres provide the material for the membrane onto which the linoleum is calendared. This makes linoleum a great choice for customers seeking a sustainable flooring and wanting to reduce their overall environmental impact. Linoleum is sold under several brand names. Marmoleum made by Forbo is one of the most common commercial brands http://www.forbo.com/flooring/en-gl/products/linoleum/cmlack Linoleum is easily maintained with the correct floor care procedures developed specifically for linoleum. These must be practiced from the day linoleum is installed to avoid problems created by incorrect procedures or untrained staff. For best results, some traditional floor care procedures or practices should be avoided: Do not use high ph stripper solutions, heavy duty stripping pads or course nylon brushes which can cause serious damage to the flooring. Do not allow wet solutions to stand on linoleum for extended periods of time. Do not use ultra high speed burnishing at speeds over 2500 rpm. Propane powered burnishers are specifically not recommended. The life expectancy of most flooring surfaces including linoleum, can be maximized by protecting the flooring surface from the effects of traffic and soil. Wood Wyant manufactures a complete line of floor coatings (finishes and sealers) that are specially formulated to enhance appearance and provide excellent floor protection under a variety of conditions. Each product has been specially formulated to respond to specific traffic and soil conditions, with different maintenance methods and equipment. The following factors should be considered before selecting a floor care system: desired gloss level, traffic and soiling, equipment available to maintain floor and budget available for labour and materials. Contact your Wood Wyant Account Manager for assistance in determining your floor care program needs. 2
Preparing a New Floor Linoleum safe products such as Satin or Forte Floor Finish (or other approved finish), Vert-2-Go Oxy or Vert-2-Go Floor Cleaner. A rotary floor machine (175-300 rpm), dust mop, autoscrubber, a Taski contact pad or a regular blue or red pad, Rayon finish mop or Microfibre finish mop, a putty knife and wet vacuum. 1. Remove dry soils using a dust mop or vacuum. As you dust mop, use your putty knife to remove gum, sticky labels, etc., from the floor. 2. Fill a bucket or autoscrubber with either Vert-2-Go Oxy (dilution 1:660) or Vert-2-Go Floor Cleaner (dilution 1:128) with water. Apply generously to the floor and allow to work for 3-5 minutes then scrub with your floor machine. Pick up with a wet vacuum. 3. Using clean water, rinse the floor. 4. Allow to dry thoroughly. 5. Apply a medium coat of Satin Floor Finish to the floor using a finish mop by first marking out a workable area and then filling in using figure 8 motions. For a high shine look, use Forte. 6. Allow 30-45 minutes dry time. Apply 3 coats of finish, using the same procedure. It is advisable to apply each coat in opposite directions to avoid the potential for missed areas. NOTE: There is no need to buff between coats or immediately following the final application. Prior to the finish application a sealer may be applied if there is a high risk of stains. To prevent damaging the floor, it is important to follow the procedures without exception. DO NOT STRIP with high ph stripper solutions. 3
Daily Cleaning Linoleum safe products such as Vert-2-Go Oxy, Vert-2-Go Floor Cleaner (or a Wood Wyant neutral cleaner) or Vert-2-Go Autoscrubber+. A dry mop, a wet mop, a putty knife, a Trax tool and bucket. 1. Remove dry soils using a dust mop or vacuum. As you dust mop, use your putty knife to remove gum, sticky labels, etc. from the floor. 2. Fill your mop bucket with clean cool water and add either Vert-2-Go Oxy (dilution 1:660) or Vert-2-Go Floor Cleaner (dilution 1:80 to 1:128). If using an autoscrubber fill with clean cool water and Vert-2-Go Autoscrubber+ (dilution 1:128). 3. Clean the floor by damp mopping or using an autoscrubber. Do not over-wet the surface. 4. Black marks can be removed using a Trax tool. Use a putty knife to remove gum, sticky labels, etc. Be careful not to damage the floor when using your putty knife. 4
Restoring With A Buffing Compound Linoleum safe products such as Vert-2-Go Oxy or Vert-2-Go Floor Cleaner and Vert-2-Go Quicksnap. A rotary floor machine (300-1200 rpm), red or tan floor pad, dust mop or vacuum, wet mop and bucket, hand eraser pad, and putty knife. 1. Remove dry soils using a dust mop or vacuum. 2. Fill your mop bucket or autoscrubber with clean cool water and add either Vert-2-Go Oxy (dilution 1:660) or Vert-2-Go Floor Cleaner (dilution 1:80 to 1:128). 3. Clean the floor by damp mopping or using an autoscrubber. Do not over-wet the surface. 4. Black marks can be removed using a Trax tool. 5. Attach the correct pad to your buffing machine and buff all hard surface floors, using Vert-2-Go Quicksnap. Never use a mixture of finish and water for spray buffing. ALWAYS use a proper spray buffing compound. 5
Regular Top Coating (Deep Scrubbing) Linoleum safe products such as Vert-2-Go Optiscrub and Satin or Forte Floor Finish. A rotary floor machine (175-300 rpm), dust mop, 3M 5300 blue pad, rayon finish mop or Microfibre finish mop, putty knife and a wet vacuum. 1. Remove dry soils using a dust mop or vacuum. As you dust mop, use your putty knife to remove gum, sticky labels, etc. from the floor. 2. Fill a mop bucket or autoscrubber with Vert-2-Go Optiscrub (dilution 1:64) following product dilution rates to water and apply generously to the floor. 3. Allow to work for 3-5 minutes then scrub with your floor machine. 4. Pick up with a wet vacuum or mop. 5. Rinse the floor using a second bucket and wringer filled with cool water and a clean mop. 6. Allow to dry thoroughly. 7. Apply a medium coat of Satin Floor Finish to the floor using a finish mop by first marking out a workable area and then filling in using figure 8 motions. For a high shine use Forte. 8. Allow 30 to 45 minutes dry time and apply a second coat if necessary. To avoid the build-up of finish on the floor, do not deep scrub more than 2 times without performing a strip-out. This is more important than repeating the application technique. 3 x 6
Stripping and Refinishing Linoleum safe products such as Satin or Forte Floor Finish and Vert-2-Go Neutra Strip. A rotary floor machine (175-300 rpm), dust mop, blue or brown pad, rayon finish mop or Microfibre finish mop, a putty knife and wet vacuum. 1. Remove dry soils using a dust mop or vacuum. As you dust mop, use your putty knife to remove gum, sticky labels, etc. from the floor. 2. Fill a mop bucket with Vert-2-Go Neutra Strip (dilution 1:4) following product dilution rates to water and apply generously to the floor. Allow to work for 5-10 minutes and scrub with your floor machine. Pick up with a wet vacuum. 3. Rinse the floor using a second bucket and wringer or autoscrubber filled with cool water and a clean mop. 4. Remove the water with a wet vacuum. 5. Allow to dry thoroughly. 6. Apply a medium coat of Satin Floor Finish to the floor using a finish mop by first marking out a workable area and then filling in using figure 8 motions. For a high shine use Forte. 7. Allow 30-45 minutes dry time between coats. Apply 3 coats for optimal protection. Do not use regular or high pro black stripping pads as they can damage the flooring. 7
Restoring Damaged Flooring Linoleum safe products such as Satin or Forte Floor Finish, Vert-2-Go Shield Sealer and Vert-2-Go Neutra Strip. A rotary floor machine (175-300 rpm), dust mop, an electric burnisher (1200-1500 rpm) equipped with a light duty natural hair pad, blue or brown pad, a red pad, a rayon finish mop or Microfibre finish mop, a dust mop, putty knife. 1. Remove dry soils using a dust mop or vacuum. As you dust mop, use your putty knife to remove gum, sticky labels, etc. from the floor. 2. Fill a mop bucket with Vert-2-Go Neutra Strip (dilution 1:4) following product dilution rates to water and apply generously to the floor. Allow to work for 5-10 minutes and scrub with your floor machine. Pick up the solution with a wet vacuum. 3. If there is a buildup of floor finish or the floor has been burnished frequently then it may become necessary to repeat the stripping process in some areas. 4. Rinse the floor and allow to dry thoroughly. 5. If using a sealer, with a finish mop apply 1 coat of Vert-2-Go Shield (optional). 6. Apply a medium coat of Satin or Forte to the floor using a finish mop by first marking out a workable area and then filling in using figure 8 motions. Allow 30 to 45 minutes dry time. 7. Using your Rotary Floor machine or Electric Burnisher, buff or burnish the floor smooth. 8. Dust mop (or vacuum) and damp mop floor to remove all dust created by the burnishing. 9. Apply a second coat of Satin or Forte to the floor. 10. Allow 30 to 40 minutes dry time and repeat steps 6 and 7. Don t short cut stripping time by using a higher ph stripper. Permanent damage may occur to Linoleum. 11. Apply a medium coat of Satin Floor Finish (or approved Wood Wyant Finish) to the floor using a finish mop by first marking out a workable area and then filling in using the same figure 8 motions as before. 12. Allow to dry 30-45 minutes and apply a second and third coat. Apply 3 coats of finish. 8
Product Guide CLEANERS Vert-2-Go Oxy Part # 11-12630 Dilution Rate: 1:660 (1.5mL/L) Neutral ph, cleaner, perfect for autoscrubbers and is safe on floors. Ideal for daily use and leaves little film or residue on surfaces. Click on picture to learn more. Vert-2-Go Autoscrubber+ Part# 01-12520 Dilution Rate: 1:128 (7.5ml/L) Low foaming cleaner designed for autoscrubbers. Leaves a thin, slip-resistant, buffable protective film on floor. Click on picture to learn more. Vert-2-Go Floor Cleaner Part# 11-12625 Dilution Rate: 1:128 (7.5ml/L) VOC and fragrance free, designed for use in automatic scrubbers and in mop and bucket applications. Works well in both soft and hard water. Does not require a water rinse after use. Click on picture to learn more. Vert-2-Go Optiscrub Part# 11-12400 Dilution Rate: 1:64 (15ml/L) Low alkalinity and low-foaming solution specially designed to remove the top most micro-layer of finish containing dirt. Excellent performance on finishes hardened by propane burnishing. Click on picture to learn more. Vert-2-Go Quicksnap Part# 01-12095 Ready-To-Use A low-odour buffing compound which restores the shine to worn out floor finish using 175 1200 rpm machines. Repairs scuff marks, scratches and traffic-wear patterns while leaving behind a protective layer to help extend the life of your floor. Click on picture to learn more. FINISHES Satin Floor Finish Part# 01-12360 Finish: matte Coverage: 2000-2500 sqf/g (20% solids) A low gloss floor finish that delivers a low luster appearance to all types of floor surfaces but also provides protection and ease of maintenance. Click on picture to learn more. Forte Floor Finish Part# 01-12115 Finish: high-gloss Coverage: 2000-2500 sqf/g (20% solids) Ultra high glossy and long lasting sheen. Ideal for high traffic areas where black mark resistance is required. Click on picture to learn more. STRIPPERS Vert-2-Go Neutra Strip Part# 03-12105 Dilution Rate: 1:4 (250ml/L) Designed to provide effective stripping of floor finish for linoleum and other alkaline-sensitive floors while being completely safe when used as directed. Will not damage or discolour linoleum floors. Click on picture to learn more. SEALERS Vert-2-Go Shield Floor Sealer Part# 01-12160 Finish: matte Coverage: 1500-2000 sqf/g Low VOC product that quickly builds layer of protection while minimizing dirt entrapment and traffic wear. Prevents stubborn stains from adhering, while providing high initial shine and superior spreading for ease of application. Floor can still be stripped by high performance water-based strippers. Click on picture to learn more. 9
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