XL North is proud to announce that our low moisture carpet cleaning chemistry, XL Grab Dry, was recently reviewed and approved by WoolSafe and awarded WoolSafe and CleanSeal certifications for use on wool carpeting. As stated on the WoolSafe Organisation’s website accredited products are tested according to WoolSafe Standard WS 1001: “Protocol for the evaluation […]
XL North Adds New Distributors for its Concrete Surface Prep Products
MARCH 21, 2019 – Fall River, MA – XL North announced that it has recently partnered with additional distributors to make its line of concrete surface prep products available throughout more regions of the country. The Belknap White Group and Bixco Flooring and Supplies join the list of flooring supply stores where contractors and concrete […]
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XL North Interview: John McGrath, Director at INSTALL
Flooring installation, like most skilled trade work, is often best left to the pros. However, hiring a properly licensed, trained, and certified professional to install the floor can, at times, be a challenge. That’s where INSTALL comes in. John McGrath, director at INSTALL, explains that the INternational Standards & Training ALLiance is a collaboration between […]
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XL North Participates in IICRC Resilient Floor Maintenance Review
A group of flooring industry leaders joined forces July 17 – 19 in Las Vegas to review and revise the IICRC Resilient Floor Maintenance Technician (RFMT) Certification Program Description and Exam. These gentlemen, including XL North’s Bill Luallen and Spencer Luallen, comprise the RFMT Technical Advisory Committee. Each is a subject matter expert spanning multiple […]
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Catalogs
XL North Product Catalog
From carpet to hard surfaces, XL North develops and markets proven, effective and environmentally responsible floor cleaning, maintenance, and surface prep products. Discover the full line of products – which are recommended, specified or approved by every major player in the industry – in our recently updated product catalog.
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Suggested Procedures
XL North Suggested Procedures: Remove Dry Ink Toner from Carpet
Tackling stubborn dry ink toner on carpets? Discover XL North’s specialized procedure. Using XL Charge Away and XL Ink Spotter, eliminate toner stains effectively with our concise, step-by-step guide.
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XL North Suggested Procedures: Remove Ink from Carpet or Upholstery
Combat ink stains on your carpet and upholstery with XL North’s specialized procedure. Using products like XL Ink Spotter and XL VDS, our method ensures effective removal without harming fabric.
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XL North Suggested Procedures: Remove Latex Paint from Carpet
Effortlessly Tackle Latex Paint on Carpets: Download XL North’s Comprehensive Guide! Learn proven methods for removing both wet and dried paint, ensuring a damage-free and thorough clean. Download now and confidently manage paint spills on carpets.
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XL North Unveils Concrete Surface Prep Products in New Division Launch
JUNE 19, 2018 – Fall River, MA – Known for its commercial floor maintenance chemistry and technology, XL North announced it recently “cut the ribbon” on a new division with the roll out of three revolutionary concrete surface prep products. Ed Sisk, President of XL North, is excited to offer his company’s innovative technology and […]
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XL Porosity+® Aids with Concrete Moisture Mitigation Prep
Curtis Ryder, owner of C.J. Ryder Flooring in New Hampshire, describes a recent job at a local elementary school where XL Porosity+ was used to help with moisture mitigation in the school’s gym and multi purpose room. “We were contracted by the city to moisture mitigate a 4,500 square foot slab and install new sheet […]
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Guides & Checklists
XL Pro-Tect Ultra Coatings Products Guide
The XL Pro-Tect Ultra (PTU) Coatings Products Guide by XL North is a helpful resource for floor care professionals. Showcasing our PTU Coatings products, from fast-drying urethanes to high-build roll-on coatings, this guide is ideal for contractors looking to use high-quality, innovative solutions for impeccable floor care. Download it today to elevate your floor care […]
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Case Studies
XL Pro-Tect Ultra Resilient Matte Case Study
Check out the amazing job photos and discover how PTU Coating Remover, PTU Coating Prep, and PTU Resilient Matte recently helped Infinite Floorcare’s Steve Brown restore the linoleum flooring in a local Atlanta church.
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Case Studies
XL PTU Hard Seal Transforms Concrete Floor Case Study
Aaron Reyes faced a challenge in coating a coffee shop’s concrete floor in Gillette, Wyoming. After some setbacks, XL North’s expertise, along with XL PTU Hard Seal, led to a durable and striking result. Explore this journey of determination and collaboration in this XLN case study.
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Case Studies
XL PTU Shine Plus Concrete Floor Case Study
In this XLN case study, discover how XL PTU Shine Plus not only dramatically improved the appearance of a convenient store’s dull, yellowed concrete floor, but also provided an easier maintenance routine for the store’s staff.
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XLN’s Bill Luallen Interviewed for Floor Daily Article
XL North’s National Sales Director, Bill Luallen, was recently featured in a Floor Daily article explaining the benefits for contract dealers of adding flooring maintenance to their service offerings. Bill discussed the latest technology in floor care products, as well as hard surface and carpet innovation. The full article, “Contract Dealers Benefit From Offering Floor […]
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You’ve Got Resilient Floors. XL North Has Floor Care Options.
There have never been as many flooring options available in the commercial resilient market as we have now, and one of the most important questions to ask with any resilient product is how will the floor be maintained and cared for after installation and for its lifetime? Here are some things to consider when discussing […]