Eternal Flooring Systems Maintenance

Initial clean before use

Newly installed floors should not be wet cleaned within 3 days of installation.

Remove all debris, dirt and dust off the floor and clean the floor with a neutral floor cleaner. For larger areas a scrubber dryer or a rotary machine (150-180 rpm) with a 3M red pad or equivalent may be used. Pick up dirty water with a wiper and mop or wet vacuum, rinse with clean water and allow floor to dry.

The floor is now ready for use, and does not require any further treatment or finish application. If the application of additional finishes is being considered refer to FAQ’s later in this guide.

Regular cleaning

The frequency of regular cleaning method will depend on the amount of traffic, soiling levels, desired appearance, and hygiene standards.

• Remove dust and loose dirt by vacuum cleaning, sweeping or mopping.
• Remove spots, stains and spillages with a damp mop and a neutral floor cleaner. As required:
• Spray clean the floor with a rotary machine (150-180 rpm), a 3M red pad or equivalent and neutral floor cleaner

Periodic maintenance

The following maintenance actions should be used when needed to maintain a satisfactory level of appearance.

• Remove dust and loose dirt by vacuum cleaning, sweeping or mopping.
• Remove spots, stains and spillages with a damp mop and a neutral floor cleaner.
• Spray Buff the floor with a rotary machine (300-500 rpm) and a 3M red pad or equivalent using a buffable pH neutral floor maintainer to remove gloss irregularities and provide an even appearance.

Best Practice: Tips for effective floor care

Protect newly laid floors

All newly laid floors should be covered and protected from all other trades during the contract with a suitable non-staining protective covering.

Use protective feet on chairs and tables to reduce scratching. Castor wheels should be of soft material suitable for resilient floor coverings (according to EN425)

Use Entrance Systems

As much as 80% of dirt entering a building is brought in by foot traffic. Entrance flooring systems of an appropriate size (ideally more than 6lm) and quality should be used. Forbo Coral or Nuway entrance flooring systems, are independently proven to remove and retain up to 94% of all dirt and moisture entering a building by foot traffic; reducing maintenance costs and maximising appearance retention of adjacent flooring products as well as reducing slip risk. As with any dirt removal system all entrance flooring systems should be regularly cleaned to release the dirt which has been removed.

Cleaning

• Regular cleaning is more beneficial and cost effective than occasional deep cleaning.
• Use recommended cleaning products. High quality cleaning products and equipment ensure efficient maintenance and represent only a small proportion of maintenance costs.
• Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for cleaning products.
• Always follow the Health and Safety guidance provided.

Use of Floor Care Chemicals

The improper use of cleaning chemicals may cause damage and/or discolouration. Overuse or inadequate rinsing of cleaning chemicals may compromise the performance of the floor.

Abrasive powders or cleansers should not be used.