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By
properly utilizing a Light Scrub and Recoat routine,
stripping frequency can be greatly reduced, a more uniform
level of appearance can be maintained, and overall floor care
costs can be dramatically lowered.
A Light Scrub removes soil in the top layer of the
floor finish and prevents dirt from being trapped between
recoats. If the floor dulls quickly after spray buffing
or high speed buffing, it is normally a symptom of thinning
and soiled floor finish. This condition requires a Light
Scrub and recoat.
LIGHT
SCRUBBING PROCEDURES:
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Dust
mop all flooring.
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Set
out Wet Floor signs.
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Following
label directions, mix cleaner in mop bucket.
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Apply
a generous amount of the cleaner solution to approximately
a 10 ft. by 20 ft. area.
Allow
the cleaning solution to dwell for 3 to 5 minutes.
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Scrub
floor with a blue or green pad.
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Pick
up the scrub solution with a wet vacuum.
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Damp
mop rinse the floor with clean water. Change the rinse
water as soon as it becomes cloudy.
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Continue
with each section until all assigned flooring is scrubbed
and rinsed.
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Allow
flooring to dry before applying finish. Air blowers will
aid in the drying process.
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Clean
equipment and store properly.
FINISH
APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
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Set
out Wet Floor signs.
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Line
mop bucket with clear trash liner.
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Pour
seal into the lined mop bucket and soak the mop in the
seal. Wring the mop out lightly to the point it is well
saturated, but not dripping.
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Apply
one or two even coats to all stripped flooring with a
minimum of 30 minutes between coats. Be sure to replenish
the mop with seal when the mop begins to drag on the
floor.
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Allow
the last coat of seal to dry one hour before applying
floor finish.
For
scrub and recoat applications, it is recommended that one
- two coats of finish be applied. Allow a minimum of two
hours dry time before opening the floor to traffic.
Do not direct air blowers or fans directly at the
finish. Air
blowers or fans are only recommended for exhausting air
from a room, especially during periods of high humidity.
Information
provided by Hillyard and IHM Facility Services
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