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For vinyl that is one year or older, you must clean it with trisodiumphosphate (TSP) before you begin installation, in order to remove all waxes as well as anything that would hinder a good bond. Concrete subfloors not meeting this standard may be scoured with 3 open coat paper (20 grit), then vacuumed clean.
