Effective as of May 01, 2006
Warranty
Who is Covered?
All warranties in this Limited Warranty Guide are given only to the original retail purchaser of our product. Our warranties are not transferable.
What is Covered and For How Long?
The limited warranties described below are subject to the product applications, limitation, disclaimers and exclusions described below and are effective for floors purchased after May 1, 2006. All warranties run from the date of retail purchase for the applicable period described below.
What Are You Responsible For Under Our Warranties?
To be covered under our warranties (except under the Pre-installation Defects Warranty) you need to retain your sales slip and make sure that the flooring is properly installed in accordance with our installation instructions provided with the flooring. To be covered under our Lifetime Subfloor Moisture Protection Warranty, keep your proof of pre-installation moisture test results and sales slip confirming use of our recommended adhesives. To be covered under our Radiant-heated Subfloor Warranty, deep the flooring surface at or below 85º F (29º C) and the relative humidity between 35% and 55%. You must also properly care for your new floor using our easy-to-follow maintenance instructions included below this warranty. We recommend that you use only our specially formulated floor care products to preserve your flooring. Use of floor care products other than those we have specially formulated for use on our flooring products may damage your floor and void this warranty.
What Will We Do If Any OF The Covered Events Occur?
If any of the covered events listed in this guide occur within the warranty periods specified for the respective flooring product, we will recoat, refinish, fill or furnish comparable flooring (of our manufacture and of similar color, pattern, and quality), for either the repair of the defective area or the replacement of the floor, at our option. In the unlikely event that we are unable to correct the problem after a reasonable number of attempts, we will refund the portion of the purchase price for the section of failed flooring. If your floor was professionally installed, we will also pay reasonable labor costs for the direct repairs or replacement within the first five years of the warranty period, or the length of the warranty period, whichever is less. These warranties do not include removal or replacement of cabinets and other fixtures.
For our products with the Lifetime Subfloor Moisture Protection Warranty, we will replace or repair such flooring no more than once, which is your exclusive remedy under this warranty. If the replacement or repair fails in the same manner a second time, the site conditions will be deemed unacceptable for the installation of our hardwood floors.
These are the exclusive remedies under this warranty if a defect or other warranted condition occurs. We reserve the right to verify any claims or defect by inspection and have samples removed for technical analysis.
What Is Not Covered By These Warranties?
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Wood flooring installed in full bathrooms with a shower or tub.
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Damage caused by fire, flooding, and other natural disasters and Acts of God.
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Damage caused by negligence, accidents, misuse or abuse.
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Damage caused by vacuum cleaner beater bars or hard heads
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Damage caused by cutting from sharp objects
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Damage caused by appliances, furniture or casters
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Reduction in gloss, scratches or indentations due to sand, pebbles or other abrasives, pets, insects, construction traffic, or failure to maintain the floor as required
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Color, shade or texture variations between samples, printed color photography or replacement flooring and the actual material.
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Color variations between flooring and/or samples and other flooring or wood products, which you wish to match (e.g., cabinets, stair railings, trim, etc.)
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Deficiencies related to subfloor/floor joist assemblies, subfloor preparation materials, and fasteners including, but not limited to, uneven subfloor surfaces, floor deflection or voids in the subfloor.
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Noises (squeaks, etc.) associated with anything other than the mismanufacture of the flooring.
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Naturally occurring wood characteristics such as variations in grain, color, mineral streaks and knots.
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Changes in color due to exposure to sunlight and age.
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Natural expansion and contraction resulting in separation between boards or damage caused by low or excessive humidity.
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Products designated as "thrift", "antique", "tavern", "bargain", "cabin grade", "seconds", "economy grade", "rustic", "close-out", "off-goods" or "non-standard". Such products are sold "AS IS".
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Floors that are installed in other than owner-occupied or tenant-occupied residences.
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Commercial installations of residential products.
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Construction or installation-related damage.
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Floors damaged or adhesive breakdown caused by subfloor moisture or water damage, including without limitation, due to broken or leaking water pipes, flooding, wet-mopping spills or weather conditions.
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Installation defects, including installations made: (i) in violation of applicable state or local housing or building codes, or (ii) contrary to written instructions furnished with the product.
NOTE: YOU AND YOUR INSTALLER ARE RESPONSIBLE TO INSPECT FLOORING PRIOR TO INSTALLATION. WE ACCEPT NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR LIABILITIES, CLAIMS OR EXPENSES, INCLUDING LABOR COSTS, WHERE FLOORING WITH VISIBLE DEFECTS HAS BEEN INSTALLED.
What Is Excluded From These Warranties?
None of our installers, retailers, distributors or employees has the authority to alter the obligations, limitations, disclaimers or exclusions under any of our warranties.
WE EXCLUDE AND WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR OR PAY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES UNDER OUR WARRANTIES. By this we mean any loss, expense or damage other than to the flooring itself that may result from a defect in the flooring. Our limited warranties constitute the only express warranties for the product purchased.
TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW AND FOR ALL NON-CONSUMER PRODUCT, ALL WARRANTIES OTHER THAN OUR LIMITED WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE DISCLAIMED. IF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY ARISES UNDER STATE LAW, ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES (INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE) ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY, TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW.
SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW EXCLUSION OR LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
THESE WARRANTIES GIVE YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM JURISDICTION TO JURISDICTION.
What Should You Do If You Have A Problem?
We want you to be happy with your floor purchase. If you are not, call your retail store first. They can answer your questions and, if necessary, start to process a claim. If you have further questions, please contact us at:
Armstrong Floor Products Claim Center
P.O. Box 3001
Lancaster, Pennsylvania 17604-3001
1 800 233 3823
PLEASE KEEP YOUR SALES RECEIPT. INFORMATION REGARDING THE CLAIMED DEFECT AND DATE AND PROOF OF PURCHASE MUST BE PROVIDED.
Care and Maintenance
EASY CARE STEPS FOR BOTH FOREVER II™ FINISH AND FOREVER II™ SATIN FINISH:
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Vacuum and sweep your floor once a week, or more if needed. The vacuum head must be brush or felt. Do not use vacuums with beater bars or hard heads. A good quality dust mop is also highly recommended to eliminate finer particles of grit and dirt that can act like sandpaper on a hardwood floor. Keep animal nails trimmed to prevent finish scratches.
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If your floor abuts exterior doors, place outside doormats at the entrances to keep dirt and moisture from being tracked in. Inside, you may want to add an area rug to further prevent dirt and moisture from being tracked onto your hardwood floor. Don't use rubber, foam back or plastic mats as they may trap moisture and possibly discolor your floor.
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Spills and tracked-in dirt should be cleaned immediately. Using Robbins ForEver II Hardwood Flooring Cleaner, lightly apply to the surface and wipe with a sponge mop or a soft cloth. Excess cleaner that does not evaporate immediately should be dried with a clean towel. No rinsing is necessary. (For difficult stains, use Robbins Hardwood Flooring Spot Cleaner).
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Twice a year, apply Robbins ForEver II Coat (High Gloss) or ForEver II Coat (Satin) Polyurethane Top Dressing. The application of this top dressing can be done in one easy step. Simply apply a thin coat with a sponge mop and let dry. When possible, always apply with the grain. (See the product container for important details).
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Wipe up spills immediately.
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Use door mats and throw rugs outside room entrances and in from of kitchen sink and refrigerator to help keep dirt and grit off your floor, and to prevent damage and excessive wear.
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Place runners and area rugs (with slip-resistant backings) along high-traffic areas.
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Move heavy appliances and furniture by using a dolly rolled over plywood or pressed board.
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Use furniture leg protector pads under all furniture legs.
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Replace hard, narrow furniture rollers with wide rubber rollers.
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Keep the relative humidity in your home between 45% and 55%.
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Protect your floor from direct sunlight.
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Use any of the following products (or products similar in nature) on your floor: ammonia based cleaners, acrylic finishes, wax based products, detergents, bleach, polishes and oil soaps, or abrasive cleaning soaps.
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Allow water to stand on your floor for any length of time.
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Walk across your floor in poorly maintained shoes with heel taps, spike heels or with any sharp object protruding from your shoe.
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Allow furniture to rest on the floor on small metal tips or hard domes.
Robbins® Recommended Floor Care Products
Armstrong™ Hardwood & Laminate Floor Cleaner: Just apply the cleaner onto a clean cloth for cleaning small areas or spray directly onto the floor and use and Armstrong swivel-head mop with cloth cover for cleaning the entire area. Another recommended floor cleaner is Bruce® Hardwood & Laminate Floor Cleaner.
Armstrong Hardwood & Laminate Cleaning System: An all-in-one, easy-to-use, quick-cleaning kit for all urethane-finished hardwood and laminate floors. Kit includes one spray bottle of Armstrong Hardwood & Laminate Floor Cleaner; on large, swivel-head mop that collapses for easy reach under furniture and appliances; and one cloth mop cover that is both reversible and machine washable. The Bruce Hardwood & Laminate Cleaning System may also be used.
Armstrong or Bruce Replacement Mop Covers: Each pack contains two soft, absorbent, terry cloth covers, elastic-fitted for quick and easy replacement on the swivel-head mop. Covers are reversible and machine washable.
Armstrong Wipe Clean: A cleaner specifically designed for the removal of petroleum-based stains and spills. Used for removal of rubber heel marks, grease, wax and asphalt. Simply apply to a clean, dry cloth and wipe the stain free from the finish. Another appropriate spot cleaner/wax remover is Bruce Clean 'n' Strip®.
Armstrong Restore: Restore is an easy do-it-yourself touch-up for all urethane-finished floors. A great alternative to sanding and recoating, it restores the original gloss level of your floor even after years of traffic and wear. Another recommended urethane top-coat is Bruce Fresh Finish™. Restore and Fresh Finish are available in two gloss levels - regular gloss for semi to high gloss floors and low gloss for ultra low to low gloss floors.
Touch-Up Kit: Used for blending scratches and nicks on urethane-finished floors. The kit contains touch-up markers and filler sticks that blend with the factory-finished stains plus complete instructions and materials to easily repair many problems.
Acrylic Filler: Designed to conveniently fill gaps, small openings and broken edges. Simply apply the material on the area to be repaired and wipe away excess with a damp towel.
Armstrong Customer Relations and Technical Services:
1 800 233 3823
www.robbins.com
PLEASE SEND CORRESPONDENCE TO:
Customer Relations and Technical Services
Armstrong World Industries
PO Box 3001
Lancaster, PA 17604-3001
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