Cleaning Your Harlequin Vinyl Floor
The recommended maintenance instructions must be followed to ensure that the Harlequin Vinyl Floor retains its appearance and performance characteristics.
Cleaning Your Vinyl Floor
The recommended maintenance instructions must be followed to ensure that the Harlequin Vinyl Floor retains its appearance and performance characteristics. Failure to do so may invalidate the guarantee. If in doubt, please contact your Harlequin Technical Advisor on +44 (0)1892 514 888
For further information, advice and support, please contact our technical sales team. Alternatively, call us on +44 (0)1892 514 888 where a member of our team will be happy to answer any questions you have.
Cleaning Harlequin Vinyl Floors
All new Harlequin vinyl stage and dance floors should be cleaned with Harlequin Vinyl Daily Cleaner before use in order to remove any residue which takes place during the manufacturing process.
The frequency of cleaning and type of maintenance required is dependent on the frequency of use and the degree of soiling. However, daily cleaning will be more effective, and the floor will retain its performance characteristics longer, if a regular ‘deep clean’ is undertaken.
Damp mop the floor using a diluted solution of Harlequin Vinyl Daily Cleaner in the ratio of 1:50 (100 ml of cleaner in 5 litres of clean warm water). Rinse with plenty of clean water and allow the floor to dry thoroughly before use.
Alternatively, use a spray mop for cleaning between classes. You will need to dilute the cleaner as above. Spray or use standard mop and leave the solution for 5 minutes before using an additional mop with clean water to remove the cleaning solution. To enhance floor drying times please ensure there is adequate ventilation/air flow in each studio. A fan could be used.
Harlequin Vinyl Daily Cleaner contains quaternary ammonium compounds, benzyl-C12-16- alkyldimethyl, chlorides 4.75% which provide antibacterial properties. The product has been certified to EN1276 and is effective against all bacteria. Harlequin Vinyl Daily Cleaner is also certified to BS EN 14476 killing 99.99% of all coronaviruses, including novel human coronavirus, SARS-CoV-2.
Regular use of Harlequin Vinyl Daily Cleaner is a good practice and will maintain the optimum performance of your Harlequin performance floor while keeping it hygienically clean, reducing the likelihood of any harmful germs, bacteria or virus accumulating on the surface of the floor.
Always use Harlequin cleaning products to the dilution rates recommended. Improper use, or use of incorrect products, can have an adverse effect on the floor and may invalidate the guarantee. Bleach or alcohol-based cleaners, abrasive powders or creams, strong solvents such as Acetone or highly alkaline solutions should not be used as they may irreparably damage the surface. Use of such products will invalidate the guarantee.
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How do I clean my Harlequin vinyl floor?
Please view our ‘Cleaning and Maintenance’ page for guidance on the best method that you should follow to clean your vinyl floor.
Harlequin Vinyl Daily Cleaner contains the biocide Benzalkonium Chloride which provides antibacterial properties and has been proven to be effective against most bacteria and viruses, including novel human coronavirus SARS-CoV-2.
Can I use a general multipurpose surface cleaner to clean my Harlequin vinyl floor?
We would not recommend the use of a general multipurpose surface cleaner to clean Harlequin vinyl floors.
Harlequin Vinyl Daily Cleaner is a proprietary floor cleaner containing a biocide that is effective against most bacteria and viruses (including novel human coronavirus SARS-CoV-2) and has been specifically formulated to clean Harlequin vinyl flooring, leaving it hygienically clean and at optimum performance.
Can I use water at 60⁰C to clean my Harlequin vinyl floor?
We would not recommend the use of hot water at 60⁰C as it could pose a serious safety risk from possible scalding and may damage the vinyl floor. Water alone will not be as effective as using Harlequin Vinyl Daily Cleaner which is formulated to work best with ambient or lukewarm water.
How do I clean my brand new Harlequin vinyl floor?
All new Harlequin vinyl dance floors should be cleaned before use using Harlequin Vinyl Daily Cleaner. Once you have done this, please follow the guidance on our ‘Cleaning and Maintenance’ page.
Should I use a steam mop to clean my Harlequin vinyl floor?
Steam mops are effective at maintaining a hygienically clean floor but do not clean the floor surface of all contaminants. After cleaning your floor with a Harlequin Vinyl Daily Cleaner, we recommend a thorough rinse with clean water. In this instance a steam mop could be used as an alternative to a mop and clean water.
Why should I use a Harlequin Vinyl Daily Cleaner to clean my Harlequin vinyl floor?
Harlequin Vinyl Daily Cleaner is a proprietary floor cleaner that has been specifically formulated to clean Harlequin vinyl flooring and contains the biocide Benzalkonium Chloride which provides antibacterial properties proven to be effective against most bacteria and viruses, including novel human coronavirus SARS-CoV-2.
Daily use of Harlequin Vinyl Daily Cleaner is a good practice as it will maintain the optimum performance of your Harlequin floor while keeping it hygienically clean, so reducing the likelihood of any harmful germs, bacteria or virus accumulating on the surface of the floor. More frequent use is acceptable if required.
Full instructions for cleaning all Harlequin floors can be found in our Downloads section under ‘Care and Maintenance’.
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