Mohawk HCC53-18 Use and Care Manual
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1. or damage caused by excessively low or high humidity For Floating Installation Use Performance Accessories Underlayments or products that meet or exceed these products specifications The use of accessories other than Performance Accessories might cause damage to the Glueless Locking Hardwood Flooring Therefore we recommend products specifically designed and tested for use with Engineered Hardwood Glueless Locking Flooring For Direct Glue Installation Use Mohawk s Protack M908 Urethane Adhesive with a Ys x 3 16 x 72 V Notch Trowel for adhesive application For Moisture Membrane Application Use Mohawk s Protech M901 Urethane Moisture Membrane with a 5 32 x 3 16 V Notch Trowel for moisture retarder membrane application or products that meet or exceed manufacturer s adhesive and sealer specifications When installing on Heating season Low Humidity Dry All heating methods create dry low humidity conditions Humidifiers are recommended to prevent excessive shrinkage or gapping in wood floors due to seasonal periods of low humidity Non Heating Season and Coastal or Waterfront Areas High Humidity Wet During the non heating season proper humidity levels should be maintained by using concrete subfloors trowels should be replaced every 3000 ft Never use a water based adhesive to install Engineered Glueless Locking Hardwood Flooring STORAGE AND HANDLING Flooring should be delivered and stored at the jobsit2. shank and screws need to be counter sunk The wood subfloor needs to be structurally sound meaning subfloors without loose boards vinyl or tile If sub floor panels are a single layer less than thick add another single cross layer for strength and stability minimum 3 8 thick for a total 1 1 8 thickness Underlayment floor panels must be installed sealed side down When used as a subfloor allow 1 8 3 mm expansion space between each panel If spacing is inadequate cut in with a circular saw Do not cut in expansion space on tongue and groove panels When installing parallel to the floor joists it may be necessary to increase rigidity of the structural subfloor system by installing an additional minimum of 3 8 9 5 mm approved underlayment floor panel Approved underlayment floor panels should meet or exceed the following e Plywood Must be minimum CDX grade exposure 1 and meet US Voluntary Product Standard PS1 performance standard or Canadian performance standard CAN CSA 0325 0 92 The preferred thickness is 3 4 19 mm as a subfloor minimum 5 8 16 mm or 3 8 9 5 mm as floor panel underlayment e Oriented Strand Board OSB Conforming to US Voluntary Product Standard PS2 or Canadian performance standard CAN CSA 0325 0 92 construction sheathing Check underside of panel for codes When used as a subfloor the panels must be tongue and groove and installed sealed side down Minimum thickness to be 23 32 18 mm th
3. best results Slide the tapping block along the sub floor and row tapping lightly with a hammer using tapping strokes to engage the locking system If the planks are not going together check to see if the planks are moving against the wall with the strikes If so adjust shims to firm up or use the screw down starter row method FIGURE 4 Force is evenly distributed through the tapping block to the tongue of the floor Impact of hammer at one point FIGURE 5 Tapping the planks together When tapping the planks together the following process works best 1 Using the Uniclic Tapping Block lightly tap each piece for the first 3 4 rows After the first 3 4 rows you should only need the Uniclic Tapping Block every third row Start tapping in the plank at the opposite end along the length working from left to right making sure the plank fully engages as you progress down the length Figure 4 2 When end joint is slid into place on the preceding plank raise the plank now being installed to an approximate 45 angle while setting the side joint into place Figure 6 3 When you have the plank in place lower the plank while pushing in until plank locks in place The planks should lock into place at this point Figure 7 Your initial rows if you are not against a firm starting structure it may seem more difficult to engage than the preceding rows FIGURE 6 FIGURE 7 FIGURE 8 GLUE DOWN INSTALLATION GUIDELI
4. is important to note that hardwood flooring can and will scratch and dent See Tips amp Warnings for protecting your hardwood floor In order to prevent excessive abuse the use of strategically placed mats and area rugs as well as floor protectors on chair and table legs are a must WARRANTIES A copy of the Warranty may be obtained by calling the Technical Service Department at 888 387 9881 option 3 Rev 5 10
5. the connection of the locking system on the long side The planks are now laid row after row in this sequence Row Three and Remaining Rows Move rows if necessary to ensure that you are not showing any undesirable joint patterns Figure 2A The rest of the row s end joints should be random throughout the floor Figure 1A Your first three rows are staggered ensuring that offset of previous row with end joints are no closer than 6 from one another When the planks are being tapped in place a non random pyramid or stair step pattern is used to ensure the planks remain engaged through the force of the tapping The numbered process is shown in Figure 3 Figure 2A Figure 1A Most often walls are not structurally square Planks in the first row may need to be scribed and cut to contour the first row with the wall and to allow for 1 2 expansion Allow 1 2 expansion space at all vertical obstructions Use 1 2 wood wedges or short cut 4 pieces of the floor against the wall to hold planks true to spacing It is important that the planks follow the wall Scribing is used if the wall is not straight First mark the plank with a scribing tool or other tool that will allow you to follow the shape of the wall and then cut it lengthwise to follow the line Figure 2 FIGURE 2 The Uniclic Tapping Block square edge tapping block is needed to distribute equal force across the tongue without any damage Figure 4 and Figure 5 For
6. trowel s flat side Allow repair areas to dry completely While membrane is fresh clean tools using a urethane adhesive cleaner or mineral spirits Protech M901 is extremely difficult to remove when cured Install glue down wood flooring using Protack M908 adhesive COND Oo A co Getting Started Direct Glue Step 1 Select a starter wall It is recommended to start the installation along an exterior wall It s more likely to be straight and square with the room Measure out from the wall the width of two planks and mark each end of the room and snap your chalk line Step 2 Spread Mohawk s Pro Tack M908 Adhesive from the chalk line to the starter wall using the recommended trowel size It is important to use the correct trowel at a 45 to get the proper spread of adhesive applied to the sub floor which will produce a proper and permanent bond Improper bonding can cause loose or hollow spots Step 3 Install the first row of starter planks with the tongue facing the starter wall and secure into position Alignment is critical and can be achieved by securing a straight edge along the chalk line 2x4 s work well or by top nailing the first row with finishing nails wood sub floor or adjustable spacers concrete sub floor This prevents slippage of the planks that can cause misalignment Try to maintain at least 2 on the scribed plank Step 4 Once the starter rows are secure spread 2 to 3 f
7. DHESIVES Previously installed resilient floor covering products and the asphaltic or cutback adhesives used to install them may contain either asbestos fibers and or crystalline Silica Avoid creating dust Inhalation of asbestos or crystalline dust is a cancer and respiratory tract hazard Smoking by individuals exposed to asbestos fibers greatly increases the risk of serious bodily harm Unless positively certain that the product is a non asbestos containing material you must presume it contains asbestos Regulations may require that the material be tested to determine asbestos content and may govern the removal and disposal of material See current edition of the Resilient Floor Covering Institute RFCI publication Recommended Work Practices for Removal of Resilient Floor Coverings for detailed information and instructions on removing all resilient covering structures an air conditioner dehumidifier or by turning on your heating system periodically INSTALLER OWNER RESPONSIBILITY It is the responsibility of the installer and owner to ensure that job site environmental sub floor and subsurface conditions involved meet or exceed all requirements as outlined in installation instructions prior to installation Manufacturer declines all responsibility for product performance or installation failure due to sub floor substrate or environmental deficiencies or jobsite conditions All work involving water or moisture plumbing mason
8. Locking Hardwood Flooring with Uniclic Technology Float and Direct Glue Installation Instructions Engineered Hardwood Glueless Locking Flooring can be installed over most properly prepared subfloors and are engineered to be dimensionally stable making them suitable for installation over all grade levels where moisture conditions do not exist See all information and installation guidelines below or contact Technical Services at 888 387 9881 Option 3 Caution Wood Dust Cutting sanding or machining wood products produces wood dust While wood products are not hazardous under the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910 1200 the International Agency for Research on Cancer IARC and the State of California have classified wood dust as a human carcinogen PROPOSITION 65 WARNING This product produces wood dust when cut sanded or machined Wood dust is considered a carcinogen by the State of California Precautionary Measures Airborne wood dust can cause respiratory skin and eye irritation Power tools should be equipped with a dust collector Use an appropriate NIOSH designated dust mask Avoid dust contact with skin and eyes First Aid Measures in case of irritations In case of irritation flush eyes with water If needed seek medical attention If dermatitis occurs seek medical attention WARNING DO NOT MECHANICALLY CHIP OR PULVERIZE EXISTING RESILIENT FLOORING BACKING LINING FELT ASPHALTIC CUTBACK ADHESIVES OR OTHER A
9. NES If an excess subfloor moisture situation exists it is required that Mohawk s Protech M901 Urethane Moisture Membrane be applied before installing with Mohawk s ProTack M908 Urethane Adhesive Use of these or products with equal or greater specifications are necessary for warranty compliance If subfloor moisture is below recommended levels simply follow direct glue installation instructions below INSTALLING PROTECH M901 MEMBRANE ProTech M901 Urethane Moisture Membrane A trowel applied membrane that improves the long term performance of glue down wood flooring installations over concrete substrates TYPICAL TROWEL AND APPROXIMATE COVERAGE 5 32 x 3 16 40 to 45 sq ft U S gal Coverage may vary depending on substrate conditions USES e For protection from concrete moisture up to 25 lbs MVER e For reducing sound transfer in multi story buildings e For improving flexibility and increasing bond strength of installations APPLICATION 1 Regulate temperature and humidity 72 hours before during and after installation 2 Complete undercuts before applying Protech M901 Include the additional 1 16 height of Protech M901 when calculating undercuts Pour ProTech M901 onto substrate no mixing necessary Using the notched side of a 5 32 x 3 16 V notched trowel spread Protech M901 evenly Product will flatten out naturally Allow to dry completely 12 to 16 hours Correct any missed spots and voids with
10. e barrier facing up The direction of the underlayment should be parallel to the direction of the floor For the first row of flooring the underlayment should be placed so that approximately 1 inch overlaps onto all perpendicular walls Place the following row next to the first row on top of the lower moisture barrier overlap Remove the adhesive strip and fold back the upper overlap on the second row Make sure the underlayment fits together tightly don t leave gaps On the last row place the underlayment 1 inch up the wall To join rolls on the short side of the underlayment use a moisture resistant tape to connect the 2 pieces so water cannot penetrate the underlayment Expansion Space An expansion space of at least 1 2 inch must be maintained around the perimeter of the room all pipes counters cabinets fireplace hearths doorframes and any other fixed vertical objects in the room Doorway or archways 4 feet or less and rooms larger than a 26 X 33 are required to have a T Molding Getting Started Starting Off The First Three Rows Row One Plank 1 should begin in the left hand corner of the room Spacing around the wall perimeter of V2 can be maintained by using wood wedges The planks are laid with the tongue side facing the wall which enables you to best work with the Uniclic system The first row starts with a full length board working from left to right will be required when installing glueless engineered hardwood flo
11. e for 48 hours prior to installation to allow the product to acclimate from prior transport or storage conditions Flooring should be stored with at least a four inch air space under cartons Do not open cartons but remove any plastic wrap that may have been used to ship the material This is especially important if you live in a very humid or dry climate PRE INSTALLATION amp JOB SITE CONDITIONS SUBFLOOR REQUIREMENTS The following subfloor recommendations are intended to complement the installation of hardwood flooring as an interior finish Hardwood flooring is not a structural component These recommendations are not intended to supersede federal state or local building codes but as with many other interior finish products may require modifying existing structural components for a successful installation SUBFLOOR PREPARATION RECOMMENDATIONS FOR ALL INSTALLATIONS Glueless Engineered Floors may be installed over any structurally sound subfloor that is flat clean and dry on all grade levels Do not install in full bathrooms or powder rooms All subfloors should be e CLEAN Subfloor must be clean and free of dirt curing compounds drywall mud wax paint oil sealers adhesives and other debris These may be removed mechanically e FLAT Within 3 16 in 10 radius 5 mm in 3 m and or 1 8 in 6 radius 3 mm in 2 m Sand high areas or joints Fill low areas with a high compressive strength min 3 000 psi Portland base com
12. eet of adhesive the length of the room Never lay more adhesive than can be covered in approximately 2 hrs Place tongue into groove of plank or strips and press firmly into adhesive Never slide planks or strips through adhesive Use Uniclic Tapping Block to fit planks snug together at side and butt ends Clean any adhesive off the surface before it cures using clean terry cloth towels and mineral spirits Secure your starter rows with a straight edge 2x4 s Once the remainder of the floor has been installed go back to the beginning and remove the straight edges and spread adhesive on the remainder of the open subfloor Remember planks closest to the wall may have to be scribed and cut to fit due to irregularities along the wall When using Mohawk s Pro Tack M908 adhesive it is not necessary to roll the floor Final Touches Install the proper trim molding at the doorways to achieve the transition and along the walls to cover the edges of any gaps along the wall due to irregularity Complete the job by using the wood filler that coordinates with the installed engineered flooring for minor corrections or areas where brad nails were used in the trim or the flooring Clean the finished floor with Mohawk s FloorCare Essentials Hardwood amp Laminate floor cleaner Trim excess underlayment floating installation only and install or re install any transition pieces reducer strips T moldings thresholds bases and or quarter round mold
13. he use of stain filler or putty for correction is considered a normal practice and a routine part of installation Manufacturer requires Engineered Hardwood products with Glueless Locking technology acclimate for 48 hours prior to installation Acclimation allows flooring to achieve an equilibrium moisture content EMC with the installation environment All wood continually expands and contracts until it reaches a moisture equilibrium with the environment in which it s installed As with all wood flooring expansion and contraction will be minimized if climate control is consistently maintained year round TOOLS BASIC TOOLS AND ACCESSORIES Broom Terry Cloth Towels Coordinating transition strips or molding Mineral Spirits Coordinating stain filler or putty Hand or Electric Jam Saw Chalk line Power Circular Saw or Miter Saw Thick felt or rubber pads Wood Concrete Moisture Meter or Both Uniclic Tapping Block Safety Glasses 2 Inch Wood Spacers Straight Edge Table Saw Tape Measure Carpenter s Square Pry Bar or Trim Puller Utility Knife Pencil Moisture Resistant Foam Underlayment Pull Bar Building interiors are affected by two distinct humidity seasons Heating and Non Mohawk FloorCare Essentials Hardwood amp Laminate Flooring Cleaner Heating Care should be taken to maintain humidity levels between 35 60 Manufacturer warranties do not cover natural expansion and contraction which results in separation between planks
14. ick when used as a subfloor or 3 8 9 5 mm as floor panel underlayment e Waferboard and Chipboard Conforming to US Voluntary Product Standard PS2 or Canadian performance standard CAN CSA 0325 0 92 Must be 3 4 19 mm thick when used as a subfloor and 3 8 9 5 mm thick when used as floor panel underlayment e Particleboard Must be a minimum 40 lb density stamped underlayment grade and 3 4 19 mm thick Floating installation only Mohawk s ProTack Adhesive is the recommended wood flooring adhesive and may be used for above on and below grade applications and on all common substrates except particleboard Sub floors other than wood or concrete Terrazzo Vinyl Resilient Tile Cork and Linoleum or hard surfaces that are dry structurally sound and level are suitable as a sub floor As above the surface must be sound tight and free of paint oil existing adhesives wax grease and dirt Terrazzo and ceramic tile must be scuffed to assure adhesion Direct Glue Installation Make sure the floor covering materials are well bonded to the subfloor underlayment with full spread adhesive and no more than two layers thick not to exceed 3 16 5 mm With approved wood wood composite subfloors if vinyl or tiles are loose broken or in poor condition install a 3 8 9 5 mm approved underlayment directly over the flooring materials Clean the flooring materials as necessary to remove waxes sealers or cleaning residues
15. iform installation appearance preselect and set aside hardwood planks that blend best with all trims and moldings Install these planks next to best blended moldings e Remove all wall mounted moldings such as base and quarter round e Floor should be installed blending planks from several cartons at the same time to ensure good color and shade mixture throughout the installation Be attentive to staggering the ends of the boards at least 4 6 10 15 cm when possible in adjacent rows The floating floor underlayment already has double sided tape for ease of taping the precut overlapping seams If a non adhesive underlayment is used tape all seams e Do not install in areas of high moisture such as bathrooms and powder rooms PREPARATION Undercut Door Casings Undercut all door casings 1 16 higher than the thickness of the flooring materials being installed To do this use a scrap piece of flooring as a guide Lay it on the substrate and cut the casing with a handsaw or use a power jamb saw set at the correct height Remove all moldings and wall base and undercut all door casings FLOATING INSTALLATION Underlayment Use Performance Accessory Underlayments or equivalent underlayment with equal or better specifications Underlayment requirements are very critical to a floating installation Excessive pad compression or compaction is a common cause of seam failure Lay the underlayment on the floor with the moistur
16. ings Trims and moldings should be nailed into the wall not the floor To prevent surface damage avoid rolling heavy furniture and appliances on the floor Use plywood hardboard or appliance lifts if necessary Use protective castors castor cups or felt pads on the legs of furniture to prevent damage to the flooring Clean Up Use clean white terry cloth towels to clean as you go along with mineral spirits It is easy and convenient to use Adhesive that has cured on the surface of the flooring can be difficult to remove Measures should be taken to protect floors from other trade work If the floor is to be covered the floor should be thoroughly cleaned prior to covering to prevent grit damage to the finish Do not cover with plastic red rosin felt or wax paper or previously used cardboard Instead use a breathable material such as clean dry plain uncoated cardboard or Kraft paper Inks from printed cardboard could damage the hardwood floor A common reinforced builder s paper is a good choice Any covering should be taped using a low adhesion tape to base or shoe moldings Avoid taping to finished flooring When taping paper or sheets together tape them to each other not to the floor The floor must be completely covered to eliminate uneven ambering from exposure to UV light PROTECTIVE COVERINGS MUST BE REMOVED WITHIN 8 12 HOURS MAINTENANCE Engineered Glueless Hardwood Floors are very easily maintained No wax no mess Simply
17. nstallation area Acceptable conditions for above on and below grade applications on concrete are e Less than 3 lbs 1000 sq ft 24 hrs Calcium Chloride Test ASTM F1869 or Less than 75 RH Levels in Concrete Using In situ Probes ASTM F 2170 02 or No greater than 5 on a Tramex Concrete Moisture Encounter meter or equivalent concrete moisture meter DO NOT INSTALL FLOORING IF MOISTURE TESTS RESULTS EXCEED RECOMMENDED LIMITS Wood Subfloor Moisture Content Test both wood subfloor and wood flooring for moisture content using a reliable pin type moisture meter The subfloor material must not exceed 12 moisture content The difference between the moisture content of the wood subfloor and the hardwood flooring must not exceed 4 If subfloor moisture readings exceed recommended levels for concrete or wood steps MUST be taken to reduce subfloor moisture Steps could include waiting for subfloors to dry to acceptable levels or using an appropriate moisture barrier such as Mohawk s Protech M901 Urethane Moisture Membrane NOTE Basements and crawl spaces must be dry Use of a 6 mil black polyethylene membrane is required to cover 100 of the crawl space earth Crawl space clearance from ground to underside of joist should be no less than 18 and perimeter vent Spacing should be equal to 1 5 of the total square footage of the crawl space area to provide cross ventilation To correct any subfloor conditions concerning mois
18. oring Slide the end groove of the board being installed into the end tongue of the board you previously installed Place each plank firmly against the wood wedges After setting the first row and making sure you are against a firm starting point lay out three to four rows before Starting to install Figure 3 Plank 2 end tongue is connected to the end groove of Plank 1 Lay the rest plank after plank in this manner until you have completed the first row Cut the last plank accordingly Please ensure that this first row is straight using the wedges to maintain proper 1 2 expansion space from the wall FIGURE 3 Row Two When possible use leftover plank from the first row to begin the second row The leftover piece from the first row should be considered for this starter piece to minimize waste Initial layout of material will allow you to check your end seams to ensure they are not too close End joints on adjoining rows should be offset by no less than 6 Align this plank and lock the side into place against the first plank in row 1 The next plank is aligned with the end joint first into the previously plank in row 2 The side of plank is then tapped lightly against the previously laid row Continue laying in this way across the entire row Remove the fitting wedge and press in the row of planks with a light pressure on the long side The planks lock into each other The Uniclic Tapping Block square edge tapping block is needed to aid in
19. pound e DRY Select the appropriate moisture indicator test specifically designed for use with wood or concrete subfloors Test and record moisture content results e STRUCTURALLY SOUND Nail or screw any areas that are loose or squeak Wood panels should exhibit an adequate fastening pattern glued screwed or nailed as that system requires using an acceptable nailing pattern Typical 6 15 cm along bearing edges and 12 31 cm along intermediate supports Flatten edge swell as necessary Replace any water damaged swollen or delaminated subflooring or underlayment Building codes establish requirements for structural support components of flooring systems which may not provide adequate rigidity and support for proper installation and performance of a hardwood floor Whenever possible install flooring perpendicular to the floor joists for maximum stability If the subfloor has excessive vertical movement deflection before installation of the flooring it is likely it will do so after installation of the flooring is complete Our warranties DO NOT cover any problems caused by inadequate substructures or improper installation of said substructures Subfloor moisture check Acceptable conditions for above on and below grade applications are Concrete Subfloor Moisture Content On and below grade applications are susceptible to moisture and should be tested for moisture prior to installation in several locations within the i
20. ry painting plastering must be completed prior to flooring being delivered Building envelope must be complete and during the summer months Do not install in full bathrooms or powder rooms If material is unacceptable contact the seller immediately Wood is a natural product and contains characteristics such as variations in color tone and graining Flooring is manufactured in accordance with industry standards which allows manufacturing and natural defect tolerances up to 5 Installer should work from several cartons at the same time to ensure good color and shade blend Installer should not install undesirable pieces exterior doors and windows installed Exterior grading and gutter downspouts should be completed and permanent HVAC systems in operation for 14 days prior to flooring being delivered to job site Measures should be taken to protect floors from other trade Peng Installer and Owner are responsible for final inspection of flooring manufacture grade and finish Purchase an additional 5 of flooring to allow for cuts and an additional 10 if installing diagonally Excess flooring should be retained and stored for future repairs in the event planks are damaged The floor should be thoroughly cleaned before covering to remove grit and debris that would damage the finish The floor must be completely covered to eliminate uneven ambering from exposure to UV light PROTECTIVE COVERINGS MUST BE REMOVED WITHIN 8 12 HOURS T
21. to allow a good adhesive bond Cork floor sealers and surface treatments must be removed Always check for adequate adhesive bond prior to beginning direct glue installation Radiant Heat Subfloors It is important to follow these guidelines strictly Failure to follow these guidelines may produce unsatisfactory results Only floating installations are approved for radiant heat systems Direct glue down is NOT RECOMMENDED Before installing hardwood over radiant heat subfloors determine if the radiant heat system is rated to be compatible with hardwood flooring It is highly recommended the radiant heat system be designed specifically to accept hardwood flooring Single heat circuit systems designed for use with multiple floor covering products must be adjusted to work at temperatures suitable for hardwood flooring Use of an in floor temperature sensor as well as a separate thermostat for the individual room is required An outdoor temperature sensor should be used to adjust water temperature according to anticipated heat loss Before installing over a radiant heat floor turn off heat and wait until the floor has reached room temperature 70 75 F After installing the floor gradually return the heat in 5 degree increments Before You Start e Plan your layout and determine the direction of the installation in the room Planks installed parallel to windows accent the hardwood best Blending of Cartons To achieve a un
22. ture either wait until the subfloor dries to meet specifications or use an appropriate moisture barrier For more information concerning moisture conditions contact Technical Service Department at 888 387 9881 Option 3 Concrete Subfloor Lightweight concrete To test for lightweight or acoustical concrete scrape a coin or key across the surface of the subfloor If the surface powders easily or has a dry density of 100 pounds or less per cubic foot Glueless Locking flooring should be installed as floating only Wood Subfloors Solid Wood Subfloors Direct Glue or Floating Installations e Minimum 3 4 19 mm thick with a maximum width of 6 15 cm installed at a 45 angle to the floor joists e Group 1 dense softwood Pine Larch Douglas Fir etc No 2 common kiln dried with all board ends bearing on joists e For glue down applications add 3 8 9 5 mm approved floor panel underlayment Existing Wood Flooring Direct Glue or Floating Installations e Existing engineered flooring must be well bonded fastened When gluing over existing wood flooring the surface finish must be abraded or removed to allow adequate adhesive bond Existing solid hardwood flooring that exceeds 6 15 mm in width must be covered with 3 8 9 5 mm approved underlayment and fastened as required Do not install over solid flooring attached directly to the concrete Wood subfloors should be well nailed or secured with screws Nails should be ring
23. ucts to clean your floor The sun s UV rays can change the color of your floor Keep animal nails trimmed e Protect your floor when using a dolly for moving furniture or appliances Never slide or roll heavy furniture or appliances across the floor e Never use steam cleaners on your wood floors This will force moisture into the wood and cause damage to your flooring Exterior and interior walk off mats should be used at all exterior entrances to avoid exposure to moisture from tracking during periods of inclement weather Walk off mats should be routinely maintained to avoid becoming a soil source Do not use mats or under mat cushions constructed of rubber or PVC Instead use urethane backed products Hardwoods react to sunlight Hardwood contains certain types of acids in their cellular structure With exposure to sunlight these acids begin to amber The color change is referred to as patina The wood will reach its own natural warmth and patina level and stop ambering The amount of patina is directly related to the species amount of acids and the level of sunlight The entire floor will reach the same patina level over time This is often noticed after a rug is removed and the floor is noticeably different in color underneath If you remove the rug and expose the entire floor to the same amount of light it will even out over time and become uniform in color Hardwood flooring will scratch and dent With today s active lifestyles it
24. use Mohawk s FloorCare Essentials Hardwood amp Laminate floor cleaner and a terry cloth flooring mop STEP ONE Sweep your floor to remove any particles that could scratch your floor ue STEP TWO Apply the approved Mohawk FloorCare Essentials Hardwood amp Laminate flooring cleaner directly to the terry cloth flooring mop not to the floor STEP THREE Use a back and forth motion with the mop When the terry cloth cover becomes soiled simply replace it with a clean one Cleaning the floor with a soiled cover could cause streaking The covers are re usable so simply throw the cover in the wash and dry it as you would any towel DO NOT USE FABRIC SOFTENER when washing terry cloth covers Tips amp Warnings Sweep regularly with a soft bristle broom Remove spills promptly and use Mohawk s FloorCare Essentials Hardwood amp Laminate Floor Cleaner and a clean white cloth Use felt protectors under heavy pieces of furniture and chairs Use protective mats at all exterior entrances Do not use mats or area rug cushions constructed of rubber or PVC Instead use urethane backed products e Spiked heels or shoes in need of repair can severely damage your floor e Replace hard plastic metal casters or wheels on furniture with soft rubber casters or by using a protective mat under the casters e Never wet or damp mop your wood floors Water can cause damage to wood flooring e Never use oil soaps wax liquid or other household prod
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