| CARPET:
We recommend that you follow these guidelines
to keep your carpet looking newer longer. |
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Place walk-off mats near
entrances and clean them often. This will reduce foot-soiling
due to oil, grease and other substances that can be tracked
in from the outside. |
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Vacuum often, particularly
in areas of frequent foot traffic. Use a machine with
a beater bar and brush, and change direction often. |
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Periodic cleaning
is necessary to prolong the life of your carpet. This
should be done, on average, at least once every two years.
High traffic areas may need cleaning more frequently,
and areas of little traffic at lesser intervals. We recommend
you choose a professional cleaning service with experience
and training in the latest techniques for cleaning advanced
generation fibers. We recommend you use a hot water extraction
method applied by a professional cleaning service. |
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No carpet is completely
stain proof. Certain common household products contain
color destroying chemical substances that can cause your
carpet to become permanently discolored. Immediate attention
to spots and spills will make removal easier. Always blot
the area to be cleaned. One of the best agents to use
on water based spills is Club Soda. After blotting to
remove spill, dribble it on, let it set for a moment then
blot again to remove stain. |
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There is no such thing
as an invisible seam in any textile product. All floorings,
carpet or otherwise, will have a degree of visibility
of seams. If the seam is tight and even, and the cuts
are cleanly made, the seam will be considered commercially
acceptable. |
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| VINYL:
We recommend that you follow these guidelines to keep
your vinyl looking newer longer. |
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Because your
floor needs time to thoroughly dry after installation,
we recommend that you do not scrub or wash your floor
for five days. |
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When moving appliances
and furniture, lay a plywood panel on your floor and "walk"
the appliance across it. This protects your floor from
scuffing and tears. |
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Use floor protectors on
furniture to reduce indentations. As a general rule of
thumb, the heavier the item, the wider the floor protectors
should be. |
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Rolling casters can damage
the surface of the floor and are not recommended. |
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Place a natural or colorfast
mat at outside entrances to collect tracked-in dirt and
absorb excess moisture. We recommend mats without a rubber
back since the backing can cause permanent discoloration. |
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Damp mop or vacuum regularly
to remove loose dirt, which can scratch your floor. When
vacuuming, use a nonpowered wand attachment since a beater
bar can visibly damage the floor surface. |
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Wash your floor occasionally
with the recommended no-rinse floor cleaner. All major
manufacturers have no rinse floor cleaners available. |
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Do not use soap-based detergents,
abrasive cleaners, or "mop and shine" products, as these
may leave a dull film on your floor. |
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Over time, the shine on
your floor may dull. If this occurs, use a floor polish
recommended by the manufacturer. Do not use paste wax
or solvent-based polishes. |
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Wipe up spills as soon
as possible. Remove dried spills with the to manufacturer's
heavy duty cleaner. |
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Never use highly abrasive
scrubbing tools on any vinyl floor. |
| Damage caused by high-heel
shoes is not covered by any type of warranty. High heels
can damage all types of floors including carpet, vinyl,
ceramic, and wood. |
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| HARDWOOD:
We recommend that you follow these guidelines to keep
your hardwood looking newer longer. |
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Test your hardwood by placing
a few drops of water on an inconspicuous area of
your floor such as a closet, to determine if your finish
is wax or urethane. If the finish becomes dull or white,
it is most likely wax. If water does not dull or affect
the color of the floor's finish, it is most likely urethane. |
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Urethane finish: Initial
Care- Following installation, clean your hardwood floor
with the recommended no-wax floor cleaner. |
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Frequently sweep or vacuum
the floor to remove loose dirt before it can scratch or
be ground into the floor's surface. For spot cleaning,
apply cleaner onto a clean cloth and rub onto the spot.
Never apply wax topicals to your urethane floor. |
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Following sweeping and
vacuuming instructions for routine care, spread cleaner
directly on the floor and wipe with a sponge mop or appropriate
cleaning applicator. Do not allow puddles of no-wax cleaner
to remain on floor's surface. Excess liquid may damage
the fiber of the wood. |
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Wax finish: Initial Care-
Following installation, the floor should be waxed with
the recommended products. |
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Sweep or vacuum the floor
to remove loose dirt before it can scratch or be ground
into the floor's surface. Wax the floor once or twice
a year, about as often as you would shampoo your carpet.
Do not use no-wax cleaners on wax finish floor. |
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Buffing your hardwood floors
between waxing will restore the original sheen. Large,
heavy weight buffing machines impart a much higher sheen
to wax finish than small lightweight machines. Use a fiber
bristle brush attachment only. It may be desirable to
wax the floor slightly more often in drier climates, during
the winter, and in heavy traffic areas. |
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Use outside doormats at
the entrances to keep dirt and moisture from being tracked
in. Inside, you may want to add an area rug. Don't use
rubber, foam back, or plastic mats as they may discolor
the floor. Area rugs should be moved occasionally as they
block sunlight, which may give the appearance of discoloring
under the rug. |
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A humidifier is recommended
to prevent excessive shrinkage of wood floors due to low
humidity levels. The heating season causes very dry conditions.
A level of 35-55% is recommended. |
| In damp conditions,
proper humidity levels can be maintained with air conditioner
or dehumidifier, or by periodically turning on your heating
system during the summer months. |
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Lomas Carpets & Hardwoods
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