Smooth Flex Tiles

Our Smooth Flex Tiles feature a smooth, leather-like pattern that allows these tiles to not only be installed in garages but virtually any room in your home. This tile features a hidden interlocking system that provides the highest level of water resistance while giving you a solid clean look to your floor. Like our other flex tiles, these garage tiles offer resistance to most chemicals and solvents and help prevent fatigue during long periods of standing. These modular tiles are also very easy to install, only needing a sharp utility knife to cut the tiles to fit your space. These tiles are also mold and mildew resistant which is perfect for areas that have water issues.

Recommended Uses - Smooth Flex tiles have been used successfully as a tile flooring option in entrance ways, as basement flooring, in laundry and utility rooms, as garage flooring, in rec rooms and bathrooms, in kid’s play rooms, dens, offices, locker rooms, and any other place where a decorative and easy to install floor tile option would be useful.

Note: Flex Tile colors are produced in batches, leading to color variations in your order. All colors may present some color variation, but Black and Graphite can produce the most. These three colors can vary greatly between batches, and thus it is recommended that you order more flooring than is needed for mistakes and replacements. This gives you the greatest chance to keep continuity across your floor. Batching will also affect color variation between samples and your order, with Black and Graphite showing the most variation.

Installation Instructions for Flex Tiles

Preparation

1. Surface Cleaning:
   • Ensure the subfloor is clean, dry, and free of debris, grease, oil, and other contaminants.
2. Subfloor Suitability:
   • Suitable for installation over concrete, wood, or any hard, flat surface.
3. Acclimatization:
   • Allow the Flex Nitro Tiles to acclimate in the installation area for at least 24 hours at room temperature.

Installation

1. Planning Layout:
   • Lay out the tiles in the desired pattern before snapping them together to ensure you are satisfied with the design.
   • Plan your pattern ahead of time, especially if using multiple colors, to avoid mistakes.
2. Connecting Tiles:
   • Begin installation from one corner of the room and work your way out.
   • Align the tiles so that the tabs of one tile fit into the loops of the next tile.
   • Gently press down until you hear a click, indicating the tiles are locked together.
3. Cutting to Fit:
   • Trim the tiles to fit around edges and corners using a utility knife with a sharp blade and a straight edge.
   • Leave a small gap (approximately 1/4 inch) around the edges to allow for expansion and contraction.
4. Securing the Tiles:
   • For smaller areas, the weight of the tiles may be sufficient to keep them in place.
   • For larger areas or high-traffic zones, use double-sided tape or adhesive around the perimeter and seams for extra stability.
   • Apply the adhesive according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Post-Installation

1. Rolling:
   • Use a floor roller to ensure the tiles adhere properly and to remove any air bubbles.
2. Initial Cleaning:
   • After installation, clean the floor with a mild soap and water solution to remove any installation debris.
3. Inspection:
   • Inspect the installation to ensure all edges are secure and seams are properly sealed.

Maintenance

• Follow the regular cleaning and maintenance instructions to keep your Flex Nitro Tiles in optimal condition.

Contact Information

• Customer Service:
  • For any issues or further assistance, please contact our dedicated Customer Service team.

Maintenance Instructions for Flex Tiles

Regular Cleaning

• Sweeping or Vacuuming:
  • Regularly sweep or vacuum the tiles to remove loose crumbs, dust, and debris.
• Damp Mopping:
  • Occasionally damp mop the tiles using a mixture of mild soap and water.
  • Recommended soaps: Dawn dish detergent or Tide laundry detergent.

Protecting Your Tiles

• Silicone Sealant Protection:
  • Each tile is coated with a protectant silicone sealant.
  • Tiles may become scuffed or scratched during installation or while moving large objects.
• Reducing Scratches and Scuffs:
  • Use Armstrong’s Shine Keeper to help reduce the appearance of scratches and scuff marks.

Stain Prevention and Removal

• Street Tar and Light-Colored Tiles:
  • Note: This is not a stain-proof product.
  • Street tar can stain light-colored tiles. Use Purple Power cleaner to remedy this.
• Performance Tires and Light-Colored Tiles:
  • Performance tires can cause staining on light-colored tiles.
  • To remove tire marks, you might need to replace the affected tiles or use darker tiles to disguise the stains.
  • If staining persists, contact our Customer Service team for assistance.

Contact Information

• Customer Service:
  • For any issues or further assistance, please contact our dedicated Customer Service team at (877) 531-6471.