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TIPS TO MAINTAIN YOUR EPOXY FLOOR INVESTMENT

Tips to Maintain Your Epoxy Floor Investment Epoxy floors, are great for their durability and aesthetic appeal, are a popular choice in various settings, from food production and retail to high-traffic hallways and warehouses. While these floors are known for their resilience, they still require a regular maintenance routine to retain their luster and longevity. Here’s a maintenance plan for your epoxy floor: Remember – always test any process or cleaning material out in a small inconspicuous space Use these as guidelines and adjust for your use/traffic. in our environment in Denver our dust is very abrasive   1. Daily Epoxy Floor Maintenance: Sweeping: Use a soft-bristle broom or a dust mop to sweep the floor daily. This helps in removing small particles, dust, and debris, reducing wear and tear. In our environment in Denver our dirt and debris can be very aggressive to your floors finish with the hardness of the dirt/sand as it can contain hard minerals from the mountains/concrete like quartz. Keeping the floor clean will reduce wear greatly. Spill Management: Address spills of harsh or corrosive […]

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stained concrete floors company in Denver, Colorado

FLOOR FINISH AND WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

DO I NEED FLOOR FINISH? Often our clients ask us if or when they need to apply floor finish. Our viewpoint on when to apply floor finish might be different from some in our industry, but it is this way for a reason. The main goal of floor finish or wax, is to prolong the life of the sealed concrete. That is why many people in the industry call it a “sacrificial wear surface.” This sacrificial wear surface is beneficial in many ways, however, once you apply it, you must reapply as your regular maintenance routine. Therefore, in most cases, we recommend our clients wait until they absolutely must apply it instead of immediately after the flooring is sealed. We do this personally at home and will recommend this to most clients. WHAT IS FLOOR FINISH ANYWAY? Floor finish is a synthetic liquid or natural wax that is applied to the floor and dries smooth, leaving a durable and smooth film. This film acts as a protective surface from wear and makes the floor look nice. It also is a shock absorber […]

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Reseal Concrete

WHEN SHOULD YOU RESEAL CONCRETE?

SEALED CONCRETE & WHAT TO LOOK OUT FOR WHEN IT NEEDS TO BE SEALED AGAIN Sealed concrete is an important factor to prolong the lifespan of your concrete. Depending on what type of sealer you have applied to the concrete, you will want to watch out for when it is time to re-seal it. Concrete, like any other porous surface, is best when it is sealed. You can seal concrete with a chemically reactive penetrating sealer, acrylic–resin sealers, and highperformance topical coatings, such as epoxies and urethanes. Depending on which one, if any, has already been applied to the concrete substrate, you will need to check and make sure the sealer is still sealing the concrete. Concrete needs sealed for different purposes, some of which are: protecting it from freeze-thaw, stain repellence, dust reduction, abrasion resistance, chemical resistance, or to maintain an attractive or high-gloss appearance. If you do not seal your concrete, harsh chemicals and liquid can penetrate the concrete, leaving it discolored or destroy the surface. Let’s look at each sealer, so that you can know how long it should last and what do to check if it needs reapplied. […]

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Concrete Floor Maintenance

CONCRETE FLOOR MAINTENANCE

HOW TO MAINTAIN CONCRETE FLOORS In this article, we’ll walk you through how to maintain your concrete floors. Concrete floor maintenance is a key aspect of protecting your investment! So you chose to keep your concrete floor, instead of covering it with laminate, tile, wood, or carpet. Congratulations! You now have a floor that will take less maintenance than the other flooring options, especially carpet! However, keep in mind that virtually all flooring requires some sort of maintenance and regular attention. The amount of maintenance your floor will need, highly depends on the amount of foot and vehicular traffic that it receives. For instance, if you have a concrete floor in your residence, you will likely get away with a simple cleaning regimen with the occasional sweeping and damp mopping. On the other hand, commercial flooring may require daily sweeping and mopping, but keep in mind that both residential and commercial flooring do not do well with acidic cleaners and sometimes even soap-based products. Always refer to your coating contractor if you have questions about maintenance. Read on to find out […]

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