Here you will discover the essential maintenance guidelines to follow to look after epoxy floors properly. Although they are very durable, they require some basic care to remain in perfect condition for several years.
How to maintain epoxy floors
Epoxy resin floors are easy to maintain and do not require complicated maintenance. However, by following the cleaning and care tips explained below, your epoxy floors will always remain in perfect condition.
The first thing to bear in mind is that epoxy resin flooring must be cleaned gently. This means that machines which exert high pressure on the flooring or have excessively stiff bristles should not be used.
On large surfaces such as garages or sports courts, it is important to ensure that industrial sweepers do not damage the epoxy resin. Scrubber-dryers and wet vacuum cleaners are a good option, but only if thorough rinsing and final drying are ensured.
For domestic surfaces, it is best to use manual mops or linen cloths, as these will not leave lint on epoxy floors. Cleaning the flooring with gentle, circular movements will give the best results in terms of shine.
Gentle cleaning machinery
Epoxy resin flooring must be cleaned gently, both mechanically and chemically. It is important to avoid using machines which exert high pressure on the floor or have very stiff bristles that could damage it.
On large surfaces such as garages or sports courts, industrial sweepers and scrubber-dryers are needed for cleaning, but it is essential to check how they affect the epoxy resin. Scrubber-dryers and wet vacuum cleaners are a good option, provided that thorough rinsing and final drying are ensured.
For domestic surfaces, it is best to use manual mops or linen cloths that do not leave lint on these floors. Using gentle, circular movements will clean these floors and keep them shiny.
Non-abrasive products
When it comes to products for cleaning epoxy resin floors, abrasive detergents, solvents or concentrated alkalis must never be used. Ideally, use neutral soaps that will neither damage the resin nor discolour it. Low concentrations of these soaps can be used to remove stubborn stains. It is important to follow the manufacturer's cleaning instructions and never exceed the recommended detergent concentrations.
After cleaning, it is important to rinse the flooring with plenty of water and dry it with a vacuum cleaner, as leaving it to air-dry may result in whitish marks on the surface due to the slow evaporation of the water.
Polishing
To keep the flooring looking good, it is advisable to apply an industrial acrylic wax from time to time. As well as protecting against stains and scratches, this will help preserve the floor's shine. If you have any questions about how to maintain these floors, our technicians will be happy to advise you.
Conclusions
The use of epoxy resin for flooring is becoming increasingly common. In addition to places such as garages, medical centres and sports facilities, it is now also being used in homes.
These floors are easy to maintain and look clean and shiny, provided that a few basic guidelines are followed and the appropriate cleaning products and tools are used.
