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CARE AND MAINTENANCE (See Stain
Chart below)
Proper care and maintenance will help ensure your floor always looks its best. Simply follow our maintenance and prevention steps outlined below.
Immediately After Installation:
 | For 8 hours after seam application, protect the sealed seams on your flooring. This will ensure proper seam bond. If your seams are disturbed before they're dry, permanent damage may result. |
| Maintain room temperature at 65' F for 48 hours after
installation is completed. This assures proper curing, setting and bonding of products. |
| Use a damp sponge, cloth, or mop to wipe off the Armstrong logo and 800 number printed on the face of the floor. Be careful not to wipe across any seams. |
| The adhesive under your floor needs time to thoroughly dry after installation. Therefore, we recommend that you do not scrub or wash your floor for five days.
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Proactive Protection for Your Floor
| When moving appliances or heavy furniture, Jay a plywood panel on your floor and "walk" the item across it. This
protects your floor from scuffing and tears. |
| Use floor protectors, such as Armstrong Floor Protectors, on furniture to reduce indentation. As a general rule of thumb, the heavier the item, the wider the floor protector needed. |
| Be careful with rolling casters. They can damage the floor. Therefore, we do not recommend them. If you choose to use them, the double-wheel type are the best option. |
| Place a walk-off mat at outside entrances to reduce the amount of dirt brought into your home. We strongly
recommend mats without a latex or rubber backing since these backings can cause permanent discoloration. |
| All Armstrong floor care products have been specifically developed to care for Armstrong floors. You may purchase Armstrong floor care products at your local flooring retailer. |
Caring for Your Floor
| Sweep or vacuum regularly to remove loose dirt which can scratch your floor. NOTE: We do not recommend vacuums that have a beater bar since it can visibly damage your
flooring surface. |
| Wipe up spills as soon as possible. Remove dried spills with Armstrong New Beginning" Extra-Strength Cleaner and Wax Remover on a clean white cloth. Never use highly abrasive scrubbing tools on any Designer Solarian floor. See stain chart below for instructions on removing specific stains. |
| Wash your floor regularly with Armstrong Once 'n Done No-Rinse Floor Cleaner. |
| For heavy duty cleaning use Armstrong New Beginning Cleaner. |
| Do NOT use detergents, abrasive cleaners, or "mop and shine" products. These products may leave a dull film on your floor. |
| Over time, if the shine on your floor begins to dull, Armstrong
Shinekeeper Long-Lasting Floor Polish can be used to renew your floor's shine. Do NOT use paste wax or solvent- based polishes.
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Stain Chart:
| Crayon |
-Rub the stain with
lighter fluid,* mineral spirits,* or turpentine* on a clean white cloth
-Scrub the area with Armstrong New Beginning Cleaner and a non-abrasive
scrubbing pad, following instructions on the label |
| Lipstick |
-Rub the stain with
rubbing alcohol (isopropyl alcohol)* on a clean white cloth
-If the stain is still visible, rub the stain with lighter fluid,* mineral
spirits,* or turpentine* on a clean white cloth
-Scrub the area with Armstrong New Beginning Cleaner and a non-abrasive
scrubbing pad, following instructions on the label |
| Grape Juice/Wine |
-Scrub the area with
Armstrong New Beginning Cleaner and a non-abrasive scrubbing pad,
following instructions on the label
-If the stain is still visible, rub the stain with rubbing alcohol
(isopropyl alcohol)* on a clean white cloth |
Mercurochrome /
Merthiolate |
-Rub the stain with
rubbing alcohol (isopropyl alcohol)* on a clean white cloth
-Scrub the area with Armstrong New Beginning Cleaner and a non-abrasive
scrubbing pad, following instructions on the label |
| Mustard |
-Scrub the area with
Armstrong New Beginning Cleaner and a non-abrasive scrubbing pad,
following instructions on the label |
| Pen Ink |
-Rub the stain with
rubbing alcohol (isopropyl alcohol)* on a clean white cloth
-If the stain is still visible, rub the stain with lighter fluid,* mineral
spirits,* or turpentine* on a clean white cloth
-Scrub the area with Armstrong New Beginning Cleaner and a non-abrasive
scrubbing pad, following instructions on the label |
| Permanent Marker |
-Rub the stain with
lighter fluid,* mineral spirits,* or turpentine* on a clean white cloth
-If stain still shows, very carefully wipe with fingernail polish remover*
containing acetone (follow instructions on label) on a clean white cloth
-If the stain is still visible, rub the stain with rubbing alcohol
(isopropyl alcohol)* on a clean white cloth
-Scrub the area with Armstrong New Beginning Cleaner and a non-abrasive
scrubbing pad, following instructions on the label |
| Asphalt Driveway Sealer/Shoe Polish |
-Rub the stain with
lighter fluid,* mineral spirits,* or turpentine* on a clean white cloth
-If stain still shows, rub the stain with rubbing alcohol (isopropyl
alcohol)* on a clean white cloth
-Scrub the area with Armstrong New Beginning Cleaner and a non-abrasive
scrubbing pad, following instructions on the label |
| Hair Dye |
-Rub the stain with
rubbing alcohol (isopropyl alcohol)* on a clean white cloth
-If the stain is still visible, rub the stain with lighter fluid,* mineral
spirits,* or turpentine* on a clean white cloth
-If stain still shows, very carefully wipe with fingernail polish remover*
containing acetone (follow instructions on label) on a clean white cloth
-Scrub the area with Armstrong New Beginning Cleaner and a non-abrasive
scrubbing pad, following instructions on the label |
| Paint/Varnish |
-If paint stain is wet,
wipe up the stain with water on a clean white cloth
-If paint stain is dry, carefully scrape residue with a thin spatula
-If stain still shows, rub the stain with rubbing alcohol (isopropyl
alcohol)* on a clean white cloth
-If the stain is still visible, rub the stain with lighter fluid,* mineral
spirits,* or turpentine* on a clean white cloth
-If stain still shows, very carefully wipe with fingernail polish remover*
containing acetone (follow instructions on label) on a clean white cloth
-Scrub the area with Armstrong New Beginning Cleaner and a non-abrasive
scrubbing pad, following instructions on the label |
| Nail Polish |
-Very carefully wipe with
fingernail polish remover* containing acetone (follow instructions on
label) on a clean white cloth |
| Rust |
-Apply Armstrong New
Beginning Cleaner to the stain & let it stand for five minutes. Scrub
vigorously with a stiff bristle brush or non-abrasive white scrubbing pad,
wipe, rinse, & let dry
-If traces remain, rub with a soft cloth dipped in a solution of oxalic
acid and water (1 part acid to 10 parts water)
-NOTE: Please follow instructions and cautions on label as oxalic acid is
poisonous |
| Cigarette Burns |
-The procedure depends on
the exact construction of your floor. Consult your retailer. |
| Black Heel Marks |
-Scrub the area with
Armstrong New Beginning Cleaner and a non-abrasive scrubbing pad,
following instructions on the label
-If stain still shows, rub the area with a non-abrasive cleaner
-If stain still shows, rub the stain with rubbing alcohol (isopropyl
alcohol)* on a clean white cloth
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*CAUTION: May be combustible/flammable, please follow
instructions on label
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