WetProtect Waterproof Technology provides the right kind of waterproof, featuring water-tight joints that prevent water from leaking through gaps to damage your subfloor, and a waterproof finish that traps moisture on the surface. WetProtect is full-coverage waterproof protection backed by a lifetime surface and subfloor waterproof warranty.
GenuEdge pressed bevels allow the surface visual to wrap over the plank’s edges, enhancing the hardwood realism
Yes. Provided the basement meets all of the requirements specified in the installation instructions. This includes acceptable subfloor moisture levels. Do not install in rooms with floor drains or sump pumps.
RevWood products are protected by our All Pet warranty, covering all pets, all accidents, all the time. Please refer to your Mohawk Limited Wood Warranty Brochure for specific coverage details.
No. RevWood functions as a waterproof flooring system when installed properly. Individual planks are not waterproof.
No, The RevWood limited lifetime warranty applies to household spills only. Flooding, leaking pipes, mechanical failure and appliance leaks are examples of events not covered under the warranty.
The general installation process is identical to other Mohawk laminate wood products. All products should be acclimated for 48 hours and there is an additional step required after installation to seal the perimeter prior to installing moldings.
The standard tools you will need would be a tapping block, hammer, pull bar, spacers, cutting tools, safety glasses, gloves, tape measure, hammer and level. More information about installation and tools needed can be found in our installation guide.
We recommend the Platinum Underlayment for WetProtect floors, but we offer a variety of industry leading underlayments options such as MoistureGuard and Real Sound that offer superior sound, thermal and moisture protection.
A moisture barrier is required over a concrete subfloor and optional over wood subfloors a moisture barrier is required over the exposed earth in an open crawl spaces.
RevWood Premier and RevWood Plus are engineered to prevent everyday household spills from penetrating the top surface of the floor. Once planks are cut during installation, this protection is removed from the cut edges. Therefore, either the waterproof quarter round for WetProtect floors or perimeter sealing with PE Foam backer rod and 100% silicone sealant is required to maintain the WetProtect Warranty. This keeps moisture on top of the floor and away from the unprotected cut edges.
RevWood Premier and RevWood Plus are engineered to prevent everyday household spills from penetrating the top surface of the floor. Once planks are cut during installation, this protection is removed from the cut edges. Therefore, either the waterproof quarter round for WetProtect floors or perimeter sealing with PE Foam backer rod and 100% silicone sealant is required to maintain the WetProtect Warranty. This keeps moisture on top of the floor and away from the unprotected cut edges. If you choose not to use the waterproof quarter round for WetProtect floors, then the PE foam backer rod is used to fill the required 3/8” expansion space to provide support under the 100% silicone sealant used to seal from the floor surface to the wall. It is highly compressible and will allow the floor to expand and contract as needed and will minimize the amount of silicone sealant required to fill the space.
For some installations, (often when replacing carpet) the existing wallbase can remain installed and is elevated off the subfloor. In this case, the flooring can be concealed under the wallbase while still maintaining a 3/8” expansion space from the drywall or sole plate. In this situation, we recommend using the waterproof quarter round for WetProtect floors or the 3/8” PE foam backer rod as a spacer around the installation.
A 3/8” expansion space still needs to be maintained around metal door frames. Fill the expansion space with 3/8” PE foam baker rod and use 100% silicone sealant to cover the backer rod.
No, only 100% silicone sealant should be used. This material will remain flexible over its lifetime and has the proper adherence to the floor and wall surfaces.
It is not required to install the moldings immediately after sealing the perimeter. However, if excessive silicone sealant is used and allowed to cure before installing the moldings it may prevent the moldings from seating properly. In this case, an extra step of cutting away excess sealant will be required. If the moldings are installed immediately after sealing the perimeter, they can be “set” in the uncured sealant and eliminate potential obstruction from cured silicone sealant.
A rough approximation is 25 linear feet per 10.1 oz. tube of silicone sealant. The exact consumption will depend on the size and shape of the expansion spaces being sealed.
Cured silicone can be peeled or rubbed off the floor surface with your finger. If the silicone is uncured or if additional cleanup of cured silicone is required use a small amount of acetone or mineral spirits on a clean rag.
A dust mop is the primary recommended cleaning tool. Occasional wet mopping with water only, using a well wrung out mop, is also possible. If needed, use a solution of 1 cup of vinegar per gallon of water or 1/3 cup non sudsing ammonia per gallon of water. Do not use abrasive cleaners, detergents, soaps, waxes or polishes.
Products can be steam cleaned. The steamer must be set on the lowest setting and only used in the length direction.
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