EARTHWERKS HIGHLANDER LUXURY VINYL PLANKS Earth Werks Highlander

EARTHWERKS HIGHLANDER LUXURY VINYL PLANKS_ ®

Earth. Werks® Highlander Luxury Vinyl Planks replicate natural timber floors and features the unique Tuff Shield finish technology for superior durability, as well as scratch and stain resistant qualities. § INTRODUCTION_ § BENEFITS_ § SUGGESTED SPECIFICATION_ § INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS_ § MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES_ § TECHNICAL PROPERTIES_

Earth. Werks® Highlander Luxury Vinyl Planks replicate natural timber floors and features the unique Tuff Shield finish technology for superior durability, as well as scratch and stain resistant qualities. INTRODUCTION_ § Floorwor. X Luxury Vinyl Planks (LVPs) offer the perfect balance between the luxurious look and feel of authentic wood, and the hardwearing nature and resilience of vinyl flooring § With its tough and durable characteristics in addition to its aesthetic appeal, Floorwor. X LVPs won’t let you down § Earth. Werks® Highlander Luxury Vinyl Planks replicate natural timber floors and features the unique Tuff Shield finish technology for superior durability, as well as scratch and stain resistant qualities § Earth. Werks® Tempo LVPs is a 2 mm thick, 177. 8 mm x 1219. 2 mm luxury vinyl floor plank series, safe from harmful substances such as formaldehyde and VOC

Earth. Werks® Highlander Luxury Vinyl Planks replicate natural timber floors and features the unique Tuff Shield finish technology for superior durability, as well as scratch and stain resistant qualities. BENEFITS_ § Tuff Shield™ finish technology § Superior scratch resistance § Superior stain resistance § Durable § Hygienic § Easy to maintain § Slip resistant

Earth. Werks® Highlander Luxury Vinyl Planks replicate natural timber floors and features the unique Tuff Shield™ finish technology for superior durability, as well as scratch and stain resistant qualities. SUGGESTED SPECIFICATION_SHEETING Supply and fix 2. 0 mm thick with 0. 30 mm wear layer (with Tuff Shield™ finish technology) x 177. 8 mm x 1219. 2 mm Earth. Werks® Highlander Luxury Vinyl Planks, manufactured to specification and laid in Floorwor. X No. 62 acrylic adhesive which has been spread using a trowel fitted with an A 2 notched blade at a rate of between 5. 5 m 2 and 6. 5 m 2 per litre on a previously prepared Class 1 sub-floor in accordance with SANS 10070, using Floorwor. X Self Leveller when required, including all cutting and waste. Earth. Werks® Highlander Luxury Vinyl Planks must be rolled in both directions with an articulated 68 kg three-sectional roller immediately after it has been laid into the adhesive.

Earth. Werks® Highlander Luxury Vinyl Planks replicate natural timber floors and features the unique Tuff Shield finish technology for superior durability, as well as scratch and stain resistant qualities. WARRANTY_ Floorwor. X offers a 30 year domestic wear limited warranty and 20 year light commercial wear limited warranty, subject to our terms and conditions, against defective material provided that it is installed and maintained in accordance with our recommendations. Terms and conditions apply. Please refer to installation and maintenance instructions. Please Note: This product is for indoor use ONLY.

Earth. Werks® Highlander Luxury Vinyl Planks replicate natural timber floors and features the unique Tuff Shield finish technology for superior durability, as well as scratch and stain resistant qualities. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS_ § Earth. Werks® Highlander LVPs should be installed in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations § Training Centre is available for installation training to installers SUB-FLOOR_ § Sub-floors must be smooth, hard, clean, and dry before laying commences § The final appearance and durability of any resilient flooring installation depends largely on the condition of the surface upon which it is laid § A good sub-floor is vital in achieving a satisfactory adhesive bond and long-term durability § Uneven, solid or suspended timber floors may need preparation to meet the required standard

Earth. Werks® Highlander Luxury Vinyl Planks replicate natural timber floors and features the unique Tuff Shield finish technology for superior durability, as well as scratch and stain resistant qualities. SUB-FLOOR_ § All sub-floors must be tested for moisture content prior to installation § To prevent problems associated with rising damp - it is essential that a dampproof membrane be incorporated beneath the sub-floor § The South African Standard Building Regulations require that all sub-floors in contact with the ground are so constructed as to be damp-proof § Water is an integral part of the construction of a sub-floor - the amount of water used depends on the type of sub-floor, the required structural strength and the extent of curing § It is impossible to state a time period after which a sub-floor may be considered dry enough upon which to lay flooring - factors such as ambient temperature, relative humidity, thickness of the slab, type of finish required and methods used to cure the concrete, will affect this period § There are various methods of testing the moisture content within the sub-floor, which includes the use of a Hygrometer – the most practical and accurate instrument

Earth. Werks® Highlander Luxury Vinyl Planks replicate natural timber floors and features the unique Tuff Shield finish technology for superior durability, as well as scratch and stain resistant qualities. CLIMATIZATION_ Earth. Werks® Highlander LVPs must be allowed to relax for 24 hours in a uniform room temperature between 18°C and 27°C prior to installation ADHESIVE_ § The recommended adhesive for Earth. Werks® Highlander LVPs is Floorwor. X No. 62 acrylic adhesive § Adhesive to be spread using a trowel fitted with an A 2 notched blade at a rate of between 5. 5 m 2 and 6. 5 m 2 per litre POST INSTALLATION_ § It is essential that during the course of installation the material be rolled in both directions with an articulated 68 kg three section metal floor roller

Earth. Werks® Highlander Luxury Vinyl Planks replicate natural timber floors and features the unique Tuff Shield finish technology for superior durability, as well as scratch and stain resistant qualities. MAINTENANCE_PREVENTIVE CARE § Approximately 80% of the dirt and soiling that has to be cleaned off a floor has been trafficked in from outside the building. More than 90% of that soiling can be avoided by the use of an effective entrance matting system § When less dirt is trafficked through the entrance there will be a reduction in maintenance requirements. § Regular cleaning is more cost-effective and hygienic than occasional heavy duty cleaning § Wipe up any grease and oil spills immediately and treat stains as soon as they are observed § Black rubber wheels and rubber furniture feet can discolour the floorcovering hard plastic is preferred § Always follow the manufacturer’s dosage instructions regarding the use of cleaning chemicals

Earth. Werks® Highlander Luxury Vinyl Planks replicate natural timber floors and features the unique Tuff Shield finish technology for superior durability, as well as scratch and stain resistant qualities. MAINTENANCE_POST INSTALLATION SITE CLEAN § Floor maintenance begins immediately after the completion of installation § The initial step is to remove any loose dirt or debris using a dry mop, broom or vacuum § Sand, construction debris and sharp-edged objects may result in irreparable damage being inflicted to the new floor. § Remove any visible adhesive residue using a damp cloth, once the adhesive has cured it will be difficult to remove § If other trades are working in the building after the installation of the flooring, the floor must be protected from subsequent damage by the use of thick paper, cardboard or hard board. § No wet maintenance must take place until 72 hours (3 days) have elapsed from the time of installation - this is to ensure that the adhesive has sufficient time to cure properly and develop full bond strength

Earth. Werks® Highlander Luxury Vinyl Planks replicate natural timber floors and features the unique Tuff Shield finish technology for superior durability, as well as scratch and stain resistant qualities. MAINTENANCE_INITIAL CLEAN § Dust mop or vacuum the floor to remove loose soil and dust § Scrub the floor using a solution of Floorwor. X Maintain diluted 1: 10 with clean water, with a rotary machine fitted with a blue pad § Remove the residue immediately after scrubbing using a wet/dry vacuum § Rinse with clean water using a flat mop and allow the floor to dry § Dry buff the floor using a rotary or high speed machine fitted with a white pad § For higher traffic areas, apply Floorwor. X Spray Buff in a fine stream or mist onto the floor in front of a rotary machine fitted with a red pad and work in until dry § Floorwor. X Spray Buff applied in this manner at the rate of 600 m 2 per litre assists in maintaining a smooth surface and constant level of gloss

Earth. Werks® Highlander Luxury Vinyl Planks replicate natural timber floors and features the unique Tuff Shield finish technology for superior durability, as well as scratch and stain resistant qualities. MAINTENANCE_REGULAR CLEANING § Dust mop with flat mop or vacuum on a daily basis to remove dust and loose dirt § Treat spills, spots and stains immediately § Spot clean by hand with a red or white pad and a diluted solution of Floorwor. X Maintain, working from the outside of the mark to its centre § Dry buff or spray buff periodically, as described in 4. 1 Initial Clean above § The frequency of dry buffing or spray buffing is dependent on the amount of foot traffic and the effectiveness of the daily cleaning regime

Earth. Werks® Highlander Luxury Vinyl Planks replicate natural timber floors and features the unique Tuff Shield finish technology for superior durability, as well as scratch and stain resistant qualities. MAINTENANCE_PERIODIC MAINTENANCE § Scrub the floor using a solution of Floorwor. X Maintain diluted 1: 10 with clean water, with a rotary machine fitted with a blue pad § Remove the residue immediately after scrubbing using a wet/dry vacuum § Rinse with clean water using a flat mop and allow the floor to dry § Dry buff the floor using a rotary or high speed machine fitted with a white pad § For higher traffic areas, apply Floorwor. X Spray Buff in a fine stream or mist onto the floor in front of a rotary machine fitted with a red pad and work in until dry § Floorwor. X Spray Buff applied in this manner at the rate of 600 m 2 per litre assists in maintaining a smooth surface and constant level of gloss

Earth. Werks® Highlander Luxury Vinyl Planks replicate natural timber floors and features the unique Tuff Shield finish technology for superior durability, as well as scratch and stain resistant qualities. TECHNICAL PROPERTIES_

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