Guidelines for Proper Care of Your V-8 High Performance Flooring System
Floor Care Overview
Wait 3 days after installation before performing the initial cleaning.
V-8 Flooring Systems are durable and generally require only routine sweeping and washing. Depending on environmental and usage conditions, additional cleaning may be necessary.
- Sweep or mop daily to remove dust and debris.
- Spot clean with a damp mop using warm water and a neutral cleaner. Rinse thoroughly.
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Routinely auto scrub the floor using:
- Warm, clean water and a neutral cleaner (recommended: Xtreme Clean Super Concentrate Cleaner)
- Soft bristle brush or non-abrasive pads (red or white) on low speed
- Test pads on a small area first to ensure no scratching
For auto scrubbers or cleaning solution, call Xtreme Engineered Floor Systems at 800-234-8208.
- Use caution with new cleaning agents. Test any cleaner on an inconspicuous area. Refer to the chemical resistance chart below for compatibility.
V-8 Hybrid XT Chemical Resistance Chart
| Chemical | Result (25°C) | Chemical | Result (25°C) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acetic Acid (100%) | C | NaCl / H2O (10%) | R |
| Acetone | C | Nilotic Acid (50%) | R |
| Ammonium Hydroxide (50%) | R | Phosphoric Acid (10%) | R |
| Benzene | C | Phosphoric Acid (50%) | NR |
| Brine-Saturated H₂O (310g/l) | R | Potassium Hydroxide (10%) | R |
| Chlorinated H₂O | R | Potassium Hydroxide (20%) | R |
| Clorox® (10%) H₂O | R | Propylene Carbonate | Dis |
| Diesel Fuel | RC | Skydrol® | RC |
| Gasoline | RC | Sodium Hydroxide (25%) | C |
| Gasoline / 5% MTBE | RC | Sodium Hydroxide (50%) | R |
| Gasoline / 5% Methanol | RC | Sodium Hydroxide (10%) | R |
| Hydrochloric Acid (37%) | R | Sodium Bicarbonate | R |
| Hydrochloric Acid (10%) | NR | Stearic Acid | R |
| Hydraulic Fluid (oil) | RC | Sugar / H₂O | R |
| Isopropyl Alcohol | R | Sulfuric Acid (10%) | R |
| Lactic Acid | RC | Sulfuric Acid (50%) | R |
| MEK | RC | Toluene | R |
| Methanol | R | 1.1.1-Trichlorethane | R |
| Methylene Chloride | C | Trisodium Phosphate | R |
| Mineral Spirits | RC | Vinegar / H₂O (5%) | R |
| Motor Oil | R | H₂O | R |
| MTBE | C | H₂O (14 days @82°C) | R |
| Muriatic Acid (10%) | R | Xylene | RC |
Chart Key:
- R – Recommended. Little or no visible damage.
- RC – Recommended Conditional. Some effect, swelling, or discoloration.
- C – Conditional. Clean within 1 hour of spillage to avoid damage.
- NR – Not Recommended.
- Dis – Discoloration may occur.
V-8 High Performance Floors are designed and distributed by Xtreme Engineered Floor Systems.
