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Vacuum your carpet regularly. It is important to remove loose soil and debris while it is on
the surface. Heavily traveled areas (i.e., walkways, areas in front of the furniture) may be
protected with small throw rugs to prolong the life of the carpet.
Prompt attention to spots and spills is essential. Remove as much of the spill as possible.
Absorb wet spills as quickly as possible by blotting repeatedly with white paper or cloth
towels.
Refer to the manufacturer’s guide for detailed cleaning information, or contact a cleaning
professional.
Periodically vacuum or sweep to remove dirt and gritty particles. Although most common
spills will not permanently stain the vinyl oors, they are usually easier to remove if wiped
up before they set. Blot with a paper towel and wipe clean with a damp cloth. Do not use
dish detergents or vinegar and water because they will dull your oor.
To care for the vinyl oor covering, use a damp mop with water and a mild cleaner on the
entire oor. DO NOT SOAK THE FLOORING. Use care to avoid wetting the carpet edges.
To avoid problems of “yellowing” linoleum, the ooring manufacturer recommends avoid-
ing cleaners that contain oil based solvents (i.e. lemon oil, Murphy’s Oil Soap, etc.).
Vacuum the ceramic oor tiles regularly to remove dirt and other gritty particles, then damp
mop or sponge with an all-purpose, non-oil based cleaner. Heavily tracked tile may re-
quire more intensive cleaning. Refer to the manufacturers guide or contact a cleaning pro-
fessional for detailed cleaning information.
Grout, the material used between the tiles is porous, and sealing it will simplify maintenance
in the future. The ceramic tile manufacturer recommends applying a sealer at least twice a
year for maximum stain protection. Sealers may be purchased at most local home centers
or oor-covering stores.
Use cleansers containing acid or bleach for routine maintenance.
Use wax cleaners, oil-based detergents or sealants to maintain your tile (sealants
may be used on grout joints and natural stone).
Use ammonia (it will discolor grout).
Use harsh cleaning aids like steel wool pads or scouring pads containing metal.
Use a cleaning agent that contains color on unglazed ceramic tile or natural stone.
Test scouring powders on a small area rst (not recommended for natural stone).
Use a sealer on grout joints.
Have any damaged or broken tiles replaced only by a qualied contractor.
Follow cleanser manufacturer instructions. For stains like permanent markers moisten a
cloth with Goo Gone (or similar) and rub into the stain. Rinse with warm water. A general
deep cleaning is recommended at regular intervals using a nonabrasive surface cleaner on
the countertop. Let it sit for 10 minutes and wipe with a non-abrasive sponge.
If you need a gentle
cleanser to remove stains make sure it is specically designed for Quartz.
Do not use nail polish remover, turpentine, drain cleaner and dishwashing rinsing
agents. You may use diluted bleach or a mild bleach cleanser, but oven cleaners
or concentrated bleach should never be used. If they come in contact with the
counter top, rinse immediately with water.
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