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Summer is the perfect time to perform big floor maintenance jobs such as floor stripping and finishing. The dilemma with the summer season, however, is the added moisture in the air. Excessive moisture in the air can cause a floor finish not to cure properly. This can lead to watery f

As different types of floors age, they accumulate varying amounts of wear and tear, and can become more difficult to maintain. It is important for maintenance personnel to understand how different flooring materials age and how to properly care for them throughout their useful life. I

Traditionally, vinyl composition tile (VCT) has been the most common flooring material used for all types of floors in all types of facilities. However, recent trends, such as sustainability initiatives and design appeals, have brought on the more frequent use of alternative, fragile

In recent years, the traditional floor care strip-finish cycle is being challenged in a number of ways. Users want a way to eliminate the stripping process and make floor care simpler, and manufacturers & distributors are tasked with providing these solutions. While the future of

Floor strippers can be some of the most hazardous chemicals that a cleaning professional uses, and the reason why shouldn’t come as a surprise. Floor strippers need to literally strip floor finish from the floor, which often involves removing layers and layers of wax. To do this

The use of concrete in all types of facilities, from industrial buildings to retail facilities, is becoming more and more prevalent. The reason for this shift is the belief that concrete flooring is low maintenance. However, there is an important distinction to be made here between &#

The grout in your facility most likely goes largely unnoticed unless there are problems with it: soiling, discoloration, or loose tiles. Many facilities don’t spend a lot of time caring for their grout until these problems arise, but knowing your grout and how to properly care f

Rubber flooring has been receiving more attention recently as an effective sustainable flooring option in many facilities such as schools, gyms, institutions, and more. Rubber flooring has numerous benefits, from sustainability to performance. Rubber flooring has very good durability

When it comes to floor care, proper maintenance is key. Proper floor maintenance keeps your floor cleaner and safer for longer, lengthens the period between strips, and ultimately reduces maintenance costs, all the while making your facility look much nicer. One of the most common flo

Regardless of how well a floor is cared for over its lifetime, it will eventually begin to wear down and become dull and yellowed. At this point you may think that the floor needs to be completely stripped with chemical and recoated to restore the gloss and appearance, but this is not