Concrete floors are a popular choice for commercial spaces due to their reputation of being durable, affordable, and low in maintenance. However, “low maintenance” does not imply “no maintenance.” To keep your commercial concrete floors looking and performing at their best, a customised floorcare routine is essential.

 

In this article, the professional cleaning equipment suppliers at Pescatech will offer you a helpful guide to assist you through the process of tailoring your floorcare routine to your specific needs and considerations.

 

Customising Floorcare to Suit Your Concrete Flooring Surfaces

 

Before diving head first into specifics about concrete floorcare, it is crucial to understand the type of concrete you have as a flooring surface. Concrete floors may come in several different varieties, for example, polished, stained, sealed, or bare. Knowing its finish and any past treatments will help you choose the right cleaning products and techniques. Additionally, consider the foot traffic volume and types of spills your floor typically encounters. This will influence the frequency of your cleaning regime.

 

Essential Cleaning Steps

 

Here are some essential cleaning steps we recommend you take:

 

1. Sweeping and Dust Mopping:

 

• Frequency: Daily or as frequently as needed for high-traffic areas, bi-weekly for moderate traffic areas, and weekly for less travelled areas.

 

• Purpose: Removes accidental liquid spills, loose dirt, debris, and dust before they can scratch, dull, or damage the flooring surface.

 

• Tools: Use quality brooms with soft bristles designed for commercial flooring for sweeping and microfiber dust mops for finer particles. Although they have their place in cleaning regimes, avoid traditional string mops with metal cluster points on these surfaces as they may gouge scratches into the sealant or coating.

 

2. Deep Cleaning:

 

• Frequency: This is dependent on the type of commercial business you own, but a general rule of thumb can be bi-weekly or weekly for high-traffic areas, bi-monthly or monthly for moderate traffic areas, and once every six weeks for less travelled areas.

 

• Purpose: To remove built-up dirt, grime, and spills, deep clean the nooks and crannies that are sometimes overlooked during general sweeping and mopping. This includes tight corners or where serving counters and door jams meet the floor.

 

• Products: If there is no prior history of the floor available, or the original floor manufacturer is no longer contactable, begin with a neutral pH cleaner specifically designed for concrete. Dilute the cleaner and progress up to stronger mixes if needed. Unless otherwise advised by trained floorcare professionals like those at Pescatech, avoid harsh chemicals or acid solutions, as they may irreparably damage the surface.

 

• Tools and Methods: For basic cleaning, mops, buckets, brushes, and brooms are usually adequate. However, tougher stains and dirt may need scrubbers, scrapers, or even pressure washers. Only use superior-quality janitorial tools like Vikan hygiene products. Consider colour-coding your cleaning equipment for different areas to help prevent cross-contamination, and always ensure proper rinsing and drying to prevent residue buildup, slips, trips, and falls.

 

3. Sealing and Maintenance:

 

• Frequency: Train staff to report cracks, chips, or other damage to the floor surface immediately. Arrange weekly inspections and repair damages as soon as possible through trained professionals. Every 6 to12 months, inspect for wear and tear of the sealant or coating or a dulling in the floor shine, especially in high-traffic areas. Consult professionals and reseal when and where necessary.

 

• Purpose: Protects the concrete from permanent damage and staining, moisture, and chemicals. Each of these instances may have different damaging effects on the floor. Regular maintenance and periodic sealing of your floors will help prevent major repairs over time, which could result in unexpected downtime, costly repairs, and the subsequent consequential losses associated with these emergency shutdowns.

 

Choose Pescatech for Professional Performance for Floorcare and More

 

At Pescatech, superior-quality cleaning equipment is more than just a service we provide, it is an obsession that we all share. Our friendly, knowledgeable team of dedicated experts possess an unequalled passion for quality products and services, setting us head and shoulders above our competitors.

 

Constantly driven by the relentless pursuit of perfection, we have travelled the globe, meticulously researching and sourcing the most effective equipment and products that will best suit the South African marketplace. This ensures that the latest technologies and cleaning equipment sciences are shared with all our new and existing clientele.

 

Striving for service excellence has led to international research and investigation, internal innovation, and development without compromising quality. We are proud distributors of Vikan products in South Africa and have been supplying only the best equipment for almost 30 years. Regardless of your cleaning challenges, contact us for consultation and professional advice.