Pete McMaster, Owner/President of Facilitate LLC, provides insights into his unexpected journey through the flooring industry in my XLN interview. Pete’s roots in flooring began during college when he took a job at a flooring company in Norwalk, Ohio, where he started as a flooring installer. Pete transitioned from manual labor to management through a […]
Skill, Knowledge, and Expertise are Priceless in Commercial Floor Care
The Back Story: A seasoned project manager from a well-known, reputable commercial flooring company reached out to me regarding an installation he was managing. He noticed the construction project was in somewhat of a chaotic stage with deadlines looming to complete the job and a lack of or insufficient protection being used on finishes, specifically […]
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Soil Removed During Quarterly Maintenance Highlights Importance of Vacuuming
Infinite Floorcare’s latest blog post, “Using Dry Soil Removal and Encapsulation to Target Deeply Embedded Soils on Flotex,” details the quarterly maintenance process at a customer’s facility on Flotex flooring, where 95.12 grams of dry insoluble soil were removed during the pre-vacuuming phase. The accumulation of such a considerable amount of soil not only stresses […]
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Guides & Checklists
Spot & Stain Removal Guide
Spot and stain removal can be tricky business! Learn the differences between spots and stains, and how to remove both, in this suggested procedures document. Additionally, to learn more about the products described in this handy guide, check out our Specialty Spotters products today!
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Standards Matter: Why Floor Care Providers Should Keep the S100 in Their Back Pockets
Commercial floor care service providers are familiar with frequently asked questions from customers. Any technician worth their weight not only understands the details of their craft, but can also accurately provide answers to common customer questions when asked. Answering “who”, “what”, “when”, “where”, or “how” often needs nothing more than a short explanation, but when […]
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Suggested Procedures
Suggested Procedures for Carpet Protector Adhesive Residue Removal
In this set of recommended procedures, learn how to remove the adhesive left behind from protective layers used on nylon, olefin, and polyester carpet fibers. The sticky residue can often be troublesome to get rid of, but by following the procedures suggested in this XL North document, floor care technicians will be able to tackle […]
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Suggested Procedures for Cleaning Upholstery
XL North’s Suggested Procedures for Cleaning Upholstery PDF is an in-depth guide providing a detailed walkthrough for cleaning a variety of commercial upholstered items with different tools and cleaning products. Covering every step from pre-assessment and setup to cleaning techniques and drying procedures, our XLN guide serves as a thorough resource.
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Suggested Procedures: Dealing with Ice Melt on Resilient Floors
Winter weather brings more than just snow—it leaves behind tough ice melt residues that can damage resilient flooring, dull finishes, and make cleaning more difficult. XL North’s Suggested Procedures for Dealing with Ice Melt on Resilient Floors provides a step-by-step approach to effectively remove these residues, maintain your floors, and prevent long-term damage. In this […]
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Suggested Procedures: Pressure Sensitive Adhesive Residue Removal
Adhesive oozing on LVT/LVP flooring can stem from more than just the wrong trowel size—but whatever the cause, sticky pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA) residue makes floors a magnet for soil and a headache to maintain. XL North’s Suggested Procedures for Pressure Sensitive Adhesive Residue Removal walks you through a step-by-step process for removing PSA residue […]
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Suggested Procedures: Using UV Light to Remove Dispersed Dye Stains
Stubborn organic stains like turmeric and mustard don’t have to be permanent.XL North’s Suggested Procedures for Using UV Light to Remove Dispersed Dye Stains outlines a proven method for trained professionals to effectively treat tough stains on nylon carpet. Submit the form to download the guide and add this specialized approach to your toolkit.
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Case Studies
Tarkett Case Study: Rust Stains Removed with XL Rust Remover
When a Tarkett representative discovered deep rust stains on Powerbond carpet at a California school district, XL Rust Remover provided the perfect solution. With simple instructions and minimal tools, the stains were completely removed in under two hours, restoring the carpet’s original appearance and proving the reliability of XL North chemistry in real-world conditions. Download […]
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Texan Floor Service Case Study: XL Shine Plus Gives Floors New Life
When high-traffic floors start to show rapid re-soiling and loss of appearance, traditional maintenance methods often fall short. In this case study, see how Texan Floor Service partnered with XL North to restore performance and extend the life of VCT flooring using XL Shine Plus, delivering durable, high-gloss results in demanding environments.
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Texan Floors Talks Disinfection & Sanitization with Vital Oxide
Listen in as Jeff and Jesse from Texan Floor Services join the Home Cents radio show in Houston. They sit down with host Mike Landry to discuss the benefits of using Vital Oxide in education, medical, sports, hospitality, assisted living and restaurant spaces. Hear the details of their customer success stories while using Vital Oxide, […]
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White Papers
The 4 Fundamentals of Soil Suspension
Learn the four basic fundamentals of soil suspension in this XLN white paper. With Time, Temperature, Agitation, and Chemical, the ultimate objective is to fully suspend all the foreign material from the carpet fibers to prepare the carpet for its subsequent extraction.
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The 4 Types of Surfactants
In this informative XLN resource, learn the science of surfactants and how they’re used in carpet cleaning chemistry.
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The 5 Principles of Carpet Cleaning
Every new carpet cleaning technician on your team should be educated on carpet care basics. Learn the five principles of cleaning carpet – dry soil removal, soil suspension, extraction, grooming and drying – in this informative XLN white paper. Also discover the science of soil suspension, how to deal with wicking, and correct wand techniques […]
