Lift away dirt
Sweep with a soft broom or use the hard-floor setting on your vacuum. Trapped grit can mark the surface.
Flooring Installation, Care & Maintenance
The right start. Simple care. A floor you can enjoy for years.
Find official installation guides and cleaning advice for your flooring. Choose your brand below, then match the guide to your floor type and collection.
Official manufacturer guides
Choose your brand
Tap a brand to open its guides. Links open the manufacturer’s website or PDF in a new tab.
Lions FloorSPC, WPC, glue-down LVP, laminate & loose lay
Choose the guide that matches the flooring type on your carton. The SPC, WPC, LVP and laminate files below are the April 2026 guides. The loose lay file is dated July 2026.
Installation
Care & cleaning
Republic FloorPure SPC, SPC MAX, Designer Pro & laminate
The SPC guide below applies to Pure SPC, SPC MAX and Designer Pro. Republic does not allow extra cushioning under these attached-pad SPC floors. Its guide requires a 6 mil vapor barrier over concrete. Read the full guide for your product before work starts.
Installation
Need Republic laminate installation instructions? Send us your collection name so we can help you find the right file before installation.
SLCC FlooringSPC, WPC, glue-down vinyl, laminate & hardwood
SLCC has separate guides for different floor types and special layouts. Quiet Cloud, Pacific Vineyard, herringbone and Celeste parquet have their own installation files. Use the one for your exact product.
Installation
Care & maintenance
United WeaversRigid core vinyl, glue-down vinyl & engineered hardwood
Match your floor to the rigid core, glue-down vinyl or engineered hardwood guide. For vinyl care, read the maintenance section in the matching installation file. Hardwood has a separate care sheet.
Care & maintenance
Looking after a United Weavers rug? Follow the care label for that rug. If the label is missing or unclear, ask us for help before using a cleaning product.
Müller GraffEngineered hardwood & laminate
Choose hardwood or laminate first. Use the cleaning guide for that material and finish. Do not treat real wood floors like vinyl floors.
Installation
Care & maintenance
Portercraft FloorsEngineered hardwood, solid wood, laminate & rigid core
Check your collection in Portercraft’s resource library before choosing an installation method. The library also includes separate resources for loose lay and wood composite products.
Care & cleaning
Aperion SurfacesSPC flooring
Aperion’s SPC instructions cover floor preparation, installation and ongoing care. The linked PDF names Hemingway, Cosmos and New World II. For other collections or glue-down LVP, ask us to confirm the right instructions.
Installation & care
A better start
Before you install
Use this checklist with your product’s full installation guide.
- Check the flooring first.Confirm the product and color. Check for damage or visible defects before fitting any boards. If something looks wrong, stop and contact us.
- Check the room and the surface below.Your installer should check moisture, flatness, room temperature and humidity against the guide. Keep a record of the readings.
- Confirm the installation method.Floating, glue-down and nail-down floors have different needs. Follow the rules for acclimation, expansion space, stairs and fixed cabinets.
- Use the right materials.Check which adhesive, moisture barrier or underlayment is allowed. An attached pad does not mean extra cushioning is allowed.
- Keep your records.Save your receipt, carton labels, product code, lot numbers and installation records. Keep spare boards for future repairs.
Keep it looking its best
Everyday care, made simple
These are starting points. Use the full care guide for your exact floor and finish.
Clean spills promptly
Wipe up spills and dry the area. Avoid soaking the floor or leaving water behind when cleaning.
Choose the right cleaner
Use a cleaner approved for your floor type. Hardwood, laminate and vinyl may need different products. Check the guide before trying a new cleaner.
Protect the finish
Use suitable furniture pads and non-staining mats. Lift furniture when moving it. Check your guide for rug backing and rolling-chair rules.
Can I use a steam mop?
Check your product’s care guide first. Lions Floor says not to use steam mops on its SPC, WPC, LVP, laminate or loose lay floors. Müller Graff also warns against steam mops on its hardwood and laminate. Do not assume a waterproof floor is safe for steam.
Do I need a vapor barrier or extra underlayment?
It depends on the flooring and the surface below it. A moisture barrier and a soft underlayment pad do different jobs. Check the manufacturer’s requirements for your product and subfloor before buying either.
Can my floor go in an unheated room or over radiant heat?
Approval and temperature limits vary by product. Check the exact guide before installation. Send us your product code and room details if you need help finding those limits.
Real support
Need the right guide?
Send us your brand, collection, product code and order number if you have one. A photo of the carton label helps too.
For installation questions, tell us whether the floor is going over concrete or wood and which room it is for.
Email our teamsupport@casparflooringdirect.com
For Monarch Floors, NextGen, VaccuBond or another brand not listed above, contact us so we can help find the instructions for your exact product.
Manufacturer links checked October 15, 2026. Guides and requirements may change. These short tips do not replace the full product instructions or warranty terms.