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Question about vinyl floor planks!

newhomeownerintexas

18 years ago

After looking at the Novalis floor plank photos on this site, we went out and bought them to do our son's bedroom and bathroom in his first home. It seems the room is not exactly square and we may be off abit when we come to the other side. It may only be about an inch. Is there any way to avoid this?

Also how do you care for these floors? Do you wash them with anything special, vinegar or just a damp mop? Thanks so much for any help you can give me. RJ

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andi956
18 years ago
Hi RJ,

Check the back of the box or the direction inserts.
You'll damp mop the floor but not with harsh cleaners (e.g., bleach).

You should expect to cut the planks when you hit the wall. Use a straight edge razor or box cutter. It's easy and the directions will tell you how. You don't, however, want little short pieces at the wall. I think they say no less than 1/2 plank. So, you may need to cut a few in the row to meet that guideline.

Good luck!
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