If the pressure exerted by an object on the floor covering exceeds the floor coverings rated capacity, permanent indentations may occur. Any furniture placed on the panels should have adequate floor protectors. Gum can be removed with a smooth putty knife and mineral spirits.Īll resilient floor covering materials are susceptible to certain types of physical damage. The heat of the cigarette will often melt the material and may leave a permanent mark on the floor. Rinse thoroughly with a clean cloth and water. Make sure all floor care personnel are aware of the potential liability associated with spills, as well as theneed for immediate attention.īlack heel marks can be removed by using a clean white cloth dampened with mineral spirits. In addition to the possibility of damage or staining of the floor covering when spills occur, safety is also a concern. If necessary, rinse the area with clean cool water and allow the floor to dry thoroughly before permitting traffic. Continue regular General Cleaning and Maintenance as noted above. The use of brown, green or black stripping pads is NOT recommended. Follow wax stripper manufacturer's recommendations. We successfully trialed the following wax strippers ZEP -Heavy Duty Floor Stripper, Desco -Floor Stripper, California Portable Party Sales -Impact Floor Stripper Once the panels have been used to the point where regular cleaning and maintenance will not provide the desired look, wax stripping is required. Return to step number 2 until (2 - 4) thin coats of wax have been applied.Įach successive coat should be applied 90 degrees to the previous coat. Take care not to agitate the finish solution.Īpply a thin coat of wax using a figure eight (8) mopping pattern slightly overlapping the previous area.Īllow panels to dry between coats, follow manufacturer's recommendations (typically 30 minutes). A thin coat must be applied so the moisture level in the mop head must be at the level required to apply a thin coat. Soak the mop head into the finish then wring out. Thoroughly rinse a clean rayon mop head in clean water then wring out mop as dry as possible. ZEP - Wet Look Floor Finish, Desco - Encore Floor Finish, California Portable Party Sales - High Image Floor Finish We successfully trialed the following wax finishes The panels are 'ready for wax application' when delivered from the factory. Polishing with a low RPM polisher and soft polishing pad Lightly rinse the floor thoroughly with clear, cold water. After a complete scouring of the panel, remove the soiled water with a mop or vacuum. DO NOT use scouring pads, steel wool or other abrasive pads. If not using an automatic polisher, use a scrubbing brush. Apply the cleaning solution with a mop then scrub with a (150 to 1725 RPM) floor polisher equipped with a low-abrasive scrubbing or polishing pad. Dilution and soak time are based on the cleaning level required. Use floor cleaner manufacturer's recommendations for dilution and soak time. For heavier duty cleaning, panels may be cleaned with a solution of all-purpose floor cleaner and water. Afterwards, rinse the area with clean water and let dry. To remove difficult stains, spills, or gummy residue from floor tape, apply all purpose cleaner full strength to a soft cloth, rubbing the cloth on the stain or build up. Any materials that might potentially stain the panel should be removed immediately (see chart below). To remove dust, it is better to use a dry mop instead of a vacuum. The panels should be regularly swept clean with a soft push broom or dry mop. The regular cleaning of your dance floor panels is important to the overall life of your floor. Polishing with a (150 to 350 RPM) floor polisher and soft polishing pad Panels delivered directly from the factory are ready for: The panels are shipped in a semi gloss finish, but can be waxed and buffed to a gloss finish if desired.
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