SERENDIPITY COLLECTION FLOOR CARE INSTRUCTIONS
A Serendipity Collection Laminate Floor is the closest thing there is to a “maintenance-free” floor. The melamine impregnated surface with aluminum oxide makes it resistant to dirt and dust.
IMPORTANT – The laminate surface may have residual wax from the manufacturing process or from the package. The first and only cleaning should be done with a cloth or mop (micro-fiber or terry cloth hooded) slightly dampened with original Windex® (blue), rubbing alcohol, or Simple Green®. This will remove the wax. Once the wax is removed, the recommended maintenance should be ordinary vacuuming or sweeping, and cleaning with Serendipity Collection Ultra Clean.
Ordinarily vacuuming or sweeping is usually sufficient to keep the floor clean. If needed, occasionally clean with a cloth or mop (micro-fiber or terry cloth hooded) slightly dampened with Clean System.
Serendipity Collection® approves the use of residential steam based cleaners that are designed for use on hard surface 5
floors.
WARRANTIES AND FLOOR CARE
IMPORTANT TIPS:
- 100% Surface Waterproof
- 300 hrs Core Water Resistance
- Never flood the floor with water.
- Do not use soap-based detergents, as these may leave a dull finish on your floor.
- Do not use abrasive cleaners, steel wool or scouring powder, as these may scratch your floor. • Never wax, polish, sand or lacquer a Serendipity Collection Laminate Floor.
- Use doormats outside each entrance to your home to prevent dirt, sand, grit and other substances such as oil, asphalt and driveway sealer from being tracked onto your floor.
- For furnishings, use wide-bearing, non-staining floor protectors, such as clear, hard plastic or non-staining felt protectors for heavy furnishings.
– Promptly remove all liquid spills.
The overall stain resistance of our Serendipity Collection Laminate Floors is excellent and most spills will wipe off quickly and easily with a clean, white cloth. Removing certain substances may take a little extra effort, as outlined in the chart below.
MAINTENANCE CHART
For items not covered by the chart, call SerendipityCollection Customer Care
| Stain/Problem | Recommendation |
| Juice, Wine, Grease, Chocolate | Dampen a rag with a suitable laminate floor solution and spot clean. |
| Crayon, Cigarette Burns, Asphalt, Shoe Polish, Paint, Ink, Dried Foods, Nail Polish | Dampen rag with alcohol or nail polish remover and spot clean. |
| Candle Wax, Chewing Gum | Allow to harden and gently scrape with plastic scraper. |
MAINTENANCE
Serendipity Collection Laminate Flooring is very easy to maintain and is extremely resistant to wear and stains.
- Spot clean your floor as needed and completely clean when needed with Mannington’s Ultra Clean System. • Occasionally vacuum (no beater bar vacuums) or sweep to eliminate loose dust and debris. • Wipe soiled spots with a cloth dampened with clean water or Serendipity Collection Ultra Clean. Make sure the cloth is thoroughly wrung out. Never flood the floor with water or cleaner.
- After damp cleaning, dry the floor thoroughly with a clean cloth.
- Remove tough, stubborn stains such as paint, adhesive, asphalt, oil, etc. with alcohol, acetone or nail polish remover. • Place rugs or floor mats on heavy traffic areas to avoid excess wear and tear.
- Place doormats in front of outside entrances.
- Never wax, polish or use soap. Doing so may damage the wear surface, causing it to be slippery or to have unattractive smudges.
- Serendipity Collection Restoration Laminate is approved for residential steam mops.
- Never use scouring powder products, steel wool or abrasives.
- Do not treat or seal Serendipity Collection Laminate Flooring panels after they have been installed. IF YOU HAVE A WARRANTY CLAIM:
Contact your retailer and describe the problem. In many instances, the retailer can provide you with a solution to correct the situation.