LUXURY VINYL TILE & PLANKS FLOOR CARE MANUAL The Experts in Sanitation Solutions 1 800 361-7691 woodwyant.com Subsidiary of Sani Marc Group
What s Inside 1. About Luxury Vinyl Tile Flooring (LVT) Pg. 2 2. Initial Cleaning Pg. 3 3. Daily Cleaning Pg. 4 4. Periodic Deep Cleaning Pg. 5 5. Additional Protection and Shine Pg. 6 6. Floor Stripping Pg. 7 7. Product Guide Pg. 8-9 About Luxury Vinyl Tile Flooring (LVT) Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) can provide an array of convincing patterns and textures which mimic the look of wood or stone by incorporating graining, grooving or embossing on the surface. LVT is normally produced in larger sized tiles and planks (18 x 18, 12 x 24, 24 x 4 ) than traditional VCT tiles (12 x 12 ). In many cases, LVT contains an Aluminum Oxide or a Polyurethane (PUR) surface coating for enhanced protection and ease of maintenance. Due to simpler installation requirements, LVT is a popular choice for many installers. American-Biltrite, Armstrong, CBC, Congoleum, Karndean, Mannington, and Tarkett, are some of the manufacturers you may recognize. While each of the floors may have their own unique selling points, we will look at some of the keys to keeping your flooring asset looking its best in a commercial setting. LVT flooring is normally marketed as a matte-looking floor without the need to apply a sealer or a floor finish. However, it is important to understand that your commercial traffic levels and soil conditions may dictate the need for these processes to be incorporated into your floor care program. For best results, some traditional floor care procedures or practices should be avoided: Do not use highly abrasive black pads. Do not allow wet solutions to stand on LVT for extended periods of time. Do not use solvents which may permanently damage the floor. Do not use mop and polish products, dishwashing liquid or oil-based cleaners. Wood Wyant manufactures a complete line of floor finishes that are specially formulated to respond to specific traffic and soil conditions, with different maintenance methods and equipment. Contact your Wood Wyant Account Manager for assistance in determining your floor care program needs. 2
Initial Cleaning Use These Products LVT compatible products such as Vert-2-Go Everclear, Vert-2-Go Floor Cleaner or Pathfinder. Use This Equipment A dust mop, vacuum, wet/dry mop, bucket w/wringer, autoscrubber, 3M red pad, contact pad or soft white nylon and wet vacuum. Here s How You Do It Follow the steps listed below in order. 1. Place wet floor signs around the area to be cleaned. 2. Remove dry soils using a dust mop or vacuum. 3. Remove any marks on the floor s surface. Residual adhesive can be removed using a clean white cloth dampened with Vert-2-Go Everclear. 4. Fill a bucket with Vert-2-Go Floor Cleaner (dilution 1:64, 15 ml/l) with water. Apply generously to the floor and allow to work for 1-3 minutes. Do not allow the solution to dry on the floor. 5. Pick up with a wet/dry vacuum. 6. If using an autoscrubber, fill with Pathfinder (1:64, 15 ml/l) and water. Use a 3M red pad, contact pad or soft white brush. Scrub the floor and pick up solution. 7. Allow to dry thoroughly then remove wet floor signs. Suggested wait times are between 2-4 days (48-96 Here s A Tip hours) after installation before you should start any maintenance procedure. Consult your flooring specifications before commencing any cleaning program. x x x x 3
Daily Cleaning Use These Products LVT safe products such as Vert-2-Go Everclear, Vert-2-Go Floor Cleaner, Logic or Pathfinder. Use This Equipment A dust mop, vacuum, wet mop, bucket w/wringer, Microfiber mopping system, rotary floor machine (175-300 rpm), autoscrubber, 3M red pad, contact pad or soft white nylon and wet/dry vacuum. Here s How You Do It Follow the steps listed below in order. 1. Place wet floor signs around the area to be cleaned. 2. Remove dry soils using a dust mop or vacuum. 3. Remove any marks on the floor s surface using a clean white cloth dampened with Vert-2-Go Everclear. 4. Fill a bucket or microfiber system with Vert-2-Go Floor Cleaner or Logic Floor Cleaner (dilution 1:64, 15 ml/l) and water. Damp mop the floor. 5. If using an autoscrubber, fill with Pathfinder (1:64, 15 ml/l) and water. Use a 3M red pad contact pad or soft white brush. Scrub the floor and pick up solution. 6. Allow to dry thoroughly then remove wet floor signs. Here s A Tip Wood Wyant can help you maximize the life expectancy of LVT with the proper selection of matting to protect the flooring surface. 4
Periodic Deep Cleaning Use These Products LVT safe products such as Vert-2-Go Optiscrub or Century Tile and Grout Cleaner. Use This Equipment A dust mop, vacuum, wet mop, bucket w/wringer, rotary floor machine (175-300 rpm), autoscrubber, 3M red contact pad, 3M blue pad (5300) or soft white nylon and wet/dry vacuum. Here s How You Do It Follow the steps listed below in order. 1. Place wet floor signs around the area to be cleaned. 2. Remove dry soils using a dust mop or vacuum. 3. For heavy cleaning, use Century Tile and Grout Cleaner (dilution 1:20, 50 ml/l) or for medium-duty cleaning use Vert-2-Go Optiscrub (1: 64, 15 ml/l). Properly dilute and fill a mopping bucket or an autoscrubber. Apply generously while mopping to the floor and allow to work for 1-3 minutes. 4. Using a rotary floor machine or an auto scrubber, lightly scrub the floor using a 3M (5300) blue pad, 3M red contact pad or soft white brush and pick up solution. 5. Using clean water, rinse the floor. Pick up rinse water with a wet/dry vacuum or an autoscrubber. 6. Allow to dry thoroughly then remove wet floor signs. Here s A Tip Infection control products used in Healthcare facilities could damage the floor. If such products are used, make sure they do not contain chemicals harmful to the flooring material. 5
Additional Protection and Shine Use These Products LVT safe products such as Vert-2-Go Quicksnap, Satin, Vert-2-Go Armor, Forte or Vert-2-Go Shield,. Use This Equipment A buffing machine (300-1200 rpm) with a 3M red pad or a Taski Ergodisc 1200 and 3M (3200) Topline tan floor pad OR Microfiber finish application system, finish mop, mop handle, and bucket Here s How You Do It Follow the steps listed below in order. Applying a Buffing Compound 1. Perform all cleaning steps as outlined in the Periodic Deep Scrubbing (page 5). (a). Buffing - Use a buffing machine (300-350 rpm) and a 3M red (5100) pad. For a matte look, use a 3M Blue (5300) pad. (b). High Speed Refurbishing - If a higher shine is desired, use a Taski Ergodisc 1200 equipped with a 3M 3200 Topline Speed burnishing pad. 2. Apply Vert-2-Go Quicksnap onto the floor and buff the compound evenly over the surface until the desired shine level has been achieved. Applying Floor Finish 1. Perform all cleaning steps as outlined in the Periodic Deep Scrubbing (page 5). 2. A floor sealer is not required but the use of 1 coat of Vert-2-Go Shield floor sealer will provide added protection in areas with high potential for staining. 3. Apply a medium coat of a Wood Wyant floor finish using a finish mop. (Finish options will vary based on your maintenance type and frequency.) 4. First frame out a 3-sided workable area and then fill in using figure 8 motions. 5. Apply 4 coats for optimal protection. Under ideal conditions, allow 30-45 minutes dry time between coats to ensure the finish has properly cured. 6
Floor Stripping Use These Products LVT safe strippers such as Pro Strip+ or Vert-2-Go Neutra Strip. Use This Equipment A dust mop, vacuum, wet /dry vacuum, putty knife, A rotary floor machine (175rpm), equipped with a 3M blue (5300) pad or 3M brown (7100) pad, bucket, cotton mop or Microfiber finish mop. Click on each picture to learn more. Here s How You Do It Follow the steps listed below in order. 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. Following the dilution rates on the label, fill a mop bucket with Pro Strip or Vert-2-Go Neutra Strip and apply generously to the floor. Allow the solution to dwell on the floor for 5-10 minutes. 3. Scrub with a low speed 175 rpm floor buffing machine and a 3M blue 5300 floor scrubbing pad. If more abrasion is required, pre-test a 3M brown 7100 pad to ensure it will not damage the flooring surface. Avoid the use of black floor pads. 4. Pick up the slurry with a wet/dry vacuum. 5. Rinse the floor using a second bucket & wringer and a clean mop. Alternatively, an auto scrubber filled with cool clean water may be used. 6. Remove the water with a wet/dry vacuum or auto scrubber. 7. Continue to rinse until all floor finish residue has been removed. Allow the floor to dry thoroughly before applying new protective coats of finish. Here s A Tip It is best to not strip these floors until the flooring has properly cured for at least 2 years..< 2 7
Product Guide CLEANERS Vert-2-Go Everclear Part# 11-12271 Ready To-Use A biodegradable cleaner that instantly dissolves grease, dirt and marks on surfaces. Use on heavily soiled surfaces that cannot be cleaned by most neutral cleaners. Click on picture to learn more. Vert-2-Go Floor Cleaner Part# 11-12625 Dilution Rate: 1:64-1:128 (15 ml/l - 7.5 ml/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-alkaline, low-foaming solution specially designed to remove embedded soils from the top most micro-layer of finish or surface areas. Click on picture to learn more. Pathfinder Part# 11-12490 Dilution Rate: 1:64-1:128 (15 ml/l - 7.5 ml/l) Low foaming, citrus scented cleaner for autoscrubbers that helps to remove embedded dirt from all washable surfaces. Click on picture to learn more. Logic Part# 11-12660 Dilution Rate: 1:64 (15 ml/l) Residue free, prevents dirt from sticking to surface. Optimal results when used with flat microfiber mopping system. Can also be applied with mop or scrubber. Click on picture to learn more. Century Tile Cleaner Part# 11-12585 Dilution Rate: 1:20 (50ml/L) A neutral solution designed to restore heavily soiled surfaces by removing embedded dirt; leaving surfaces spotless. Click on picture to learn more. SPRAY BUFFING 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. 8
Product Guide FINISHES AND SEALERS Satin Floor Finish Part# 01-12360 Finish: matte Coverage: 2000-2500 sqf/g (13% 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. Vert-2-Go Armor Part# 01-12180 Sealer Coverage: 1500 sqf/g (20% solids) Designed to stand up to heavy traffic, minimize scuffs and black heel marks. Excellent for infrequent maintenance programs varying from 300-2000 rpm. Provides a protective glossy coating while maintaining low VOC levels. Click on picture to learn more. Forte Floor Finish Part# 01-12115 Finish: high-gloss Coverage: 2000-2500 sqf/g (25% 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. Vert-2-Go Shield Floor Sealer Part# 01-12160 Sealer Coverage: 1500 sqf/g (15% solids) Low VOC product that quickly builds layer of protection while minimizing dirt entrapment and traffic wear. Prevents stubborn stains from adhering or damaging your flooring asset. Click on picture to learn more. STRIPPERS Pro Strip+ Part# 03-12110 Dilution Rate: 1:4 (250ml/L) A high performance stripper designed to remove 5 or more layers of floor finish. With no strong odours, it s low alkalinity formulation neutralizes quickly and rinses easily. Click on picture to learn more. Vert-2-Go Neutra Strip Part# 03-12105 Dilution Rate: 1:4 (250ml/L) Specifically designed to provide effective stripping of floor finish from linoleum and other alkaline-sensitive floors. Completely safe when used as directed. Click on picture to learn more. 9
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