How does Scotchgard Protector Advanced Repel Technology work?
Unlike most stain-repellent finishes, Scotchgard Advanced Repel Technology is baked into Intellawood. This technology only from Intellawood uses a UV-cured aluminum oxide that's polymer-bonded into the finish during the curing process, so stain and substance repellency is a built-in component of your floor - not an afterthought.

Does my Intellawood hardwood floor with Scotchguard Protector Advanced Repel Technology need any regular maintenance?
Maintaining the beauty and prolonging the life of your floor over time does take some care. Intellawood hardwood with Scotchgard Protector Advanced Repel Technology simply requires the same regular DRY or dust mopping as any prefinished hardwood floor. No waxing required!

How do I spot clean my Intellawood Hardwood floor?
Rubbing firmly with a DRY paper towel or clean DRY cloth will remove most spots from Intellawood hardwood with Scotchgard Protector Advanced Repel Technology. Some spots (like dried latex paint) might require some loosening with a plastic scraper first. If necessary, use a mild detergent and water and a soft dry cloth to remove residual stickiness after the bulk of the spot is removed.

Does my Intellawood hardwood floor with Scotchgard Protector Advanced Repel Technology need any preventative maintenance?
Preventative maintenance is always a good idea - and most of it is common sense. Remember to use protective mats at all exterior entrances, avoid wearing spiked heels or shoes on your floor, never slide or roll heavy furniture or appliances across your floor, and protect your floor's beauty by closing drapes or blinds during hours of direct sunlight.

Does Intellawood hardwood floor with Scotchgard Protector Advanced Repel Technology protect my floor from excessive soiling?
Yes. Over time, site finished and standard finished hardwood floors can show soiling in heavy traffic areas such as exterior doorways. Intellawood hardwood floor with Scotchgard Protector Advanced Repel Technology helps reduce the effects of heavy foot traffic. In a side-by-side test, the Hardwood sample outperformed a sample with a standard aluminum-oxide finish.

How long does it last?
Since Scotchgard Advanced Repel Technology is built into the Intellawood Hardwood finish, it will last for the life of the finish. The Repellency Warranty is equal in duration to the Finish Warranty.

Is Scotchgard Protector Advanced Repel Technology sprayed on? Will it rub or walk off?
No and no. Unlike most stain-repellant finishes, Scotchgard Protector Advanced Repel Technology is baked into Intellawood Hardwood. This technology only from Intellawood uses a UV-cured aluminum oxide that's polymer-bonded into the finish during the curing process, so stain and substance repellency is a built-in component of your floor - not an afterthought.

Can I use a wet cloth to clean up dry stains like a permanent marker?
No. You must use a dry cloth and rub the stain with firm pressure. Using a wet cloth may cause the stain to set and thereby void your Repellency Warranty.

How does Scotchgard Protector Advanced Repel Technology compare to products with other well-known branded finishes?
Scotchgard Protector Advanced Repel Technology provides real value to your Intellawood Hardwood floor by demonstrably enhancing the performance of your floor. Products with other brand finishes are simply using the brand to add value to the products through labeling. There is no additional identifiable enhanced performance benefit with these hardwood finishes.

Is Intellawood Scotchgard Protector available from other hardwood manufacturers?
No. Intellawood Hardwood flooring with Scotchgard Protector Advanced Repel Technology is available only from SMART Carpet & Flooring.

If I refinish my Intellawood Hardwood floor with Scotchgard Protector Advanced Repel Technology will it maintain its repellency?
At this point, refinishing your Intellawood Hardwood floor with Scotchgard Advanced Repel Technology will eliminate the repellency properties of the floor and will void the Repellency Warranty.