Polished concrete is ahead of the pack when it comes to low maintenance flooring options. If looked after properly, it will require very little on your part except good cleaning practices. Polished concrete maintenance is simple and virtually stress-free.
Once your floor is polished, it can usually be walked on the next day. However, it is important to remember a few key points as you begin to enjoy your new floors. Below is our polished concrete maintenance guide to help you get the best long-term result from the new addition to your home or business!
- Don’t get the floors wet for at
least 3 days after the polishing has been completed. The floor is still so fresh and new, liquid in the first few days might damage it. - Your beautiful new surface may have a waxy appearance at first, but this will settle after approximately 6-8 washes.
- Make sure all furniture legs and castors have surface protectors or castor cups fitted to them! There is nothing more disheartening than seeing scratches or marks on your stunning floors!
- Protect your floors from direct heat – we’re talking about the type of heat that radiates from stand-alone heaters and open fires. If you’re unsure about heating options, talk to your polished concrete expert – they’ll have great advice about how to protect your floor from the elements!
- Keep a mat at all doorways and entrances – this protects your floors from any potential incoming debris.
- Clean all spills as soon as possible. Your floors are tough and can withstand a lot, but cleaning all spills and liquid straight away will ensure a consistent appearance over the life of the floor.
- Never use any of the following when cleaning your polished concrete:
least 3 days after the polishing has been completed. The floor is still so fresh and new, liquid in the first few days might damage it.- Steam mops
- Bleach
- Citrus-based cleaners
- The best cleaning options for ideal polished concrete maintenance are:
- Microfibre mops
- Low pH cleaners
- Vacuuming with a soft brush head
- When mopping, make sure that the floor is damp for as short a time as possible – using a microfiber mop will help with this!
Polished concrete maintenance is simple and, as you can see, encourages eco-friendly cleaning! If you care for your floors according to this guide, they will look after you for many years to come!
If you have any more questions about the installation or maintenance of amazing floors, Eco Grind are here to help. We know our stuff when it comes to all things polished concrete, and love to share it! Contact us today for an obligation free quote.