How to Care an Epoxy Floor
                     How to 
Care  an 
Epoxy  
Floor?
Epoxy floors are easy to maintain. They do not require much of your time, money, and 
effort. All they  need is a bit of care and attention. This is the primary reason why 
people choose to get epoxy floors for  their residential and commercial places.
But here’s a twist, only the floor with a fine finish will be able to earn good care and 
maintenance. So, if  you choose to get epoxy floors, those must be well-installed. For 
the best epoxy flooring services in  Melbourne, contact the team of Tuff Build and get 
premium flooring services.
Not just the homes, many people also consider epoxy coating services especially 
for their garages  because of the benefits it provides.
Epoxy floors act as a protective layer.
It protects the underlying concrete from stains, moisture, grease, and cracks.
In the long run, epoxy floors save you a great deal on cleaning and maintenance 
costs too as it does  not require regular cleaning.
Garages require durable flooring surfaces because the heavy vehicles are often moved 
in and out and  epoxy coated floors are considered the best because of their resilience 
and toughness. Also, it requires  minimal maintenance to keep it intact and in shape. 
Even if you use the garage consistently, you can  expect the floor to maintain its luster. 
However, you can only maintain its shine if you adhere to the  following simple 
practices.
Care for epoxy flooring solution simply through the following steps:
Do Away with the Regular Dirt and Dust
The very first step is the basic one. Keep the 
floor clean  from dust and dirt. If the epoxy floor 
is installed in garages,  every day, dirt and dust 
from vehicles will settle on the  floor. If the dust 
is not wiped off regularly, the floor may  get a 
permanent dent and even a mark. To care for the  
epoxy floor, it is important for you to keep the 
floor dust  and grit-free.
If you fail to do it regularly, the grit may embed 
into the  surface, therefore leading to a scratch 
on the epoxy floor  surface. In fact, with time, 
multiple scratches can also  show up, no matter 
how tough is the epoxy floor.
How to Clean the Dirt and Grit?
In order to keep the dirt away, you can use a shop 
vacuum.  Also, you can choose a brush with soft 
bristles. Just remove  the dirt gently with the 
brush. This will also prevent any  scratches on 
the floor. It is recommended to dust mop at  
least once a week. The frequency can vary too 
depending on  the dust accumulated on the 
surface.
Things to Use
You can use diluted ammonia as a cleaning solution. Use warm water to clean the 
epoxy floor. You can  pour around 3 to 5 ounces of ammonia into a gallon of hot water. 
Then use that solution to mop the  floors.
Things to Avoid
Here are some of the things you must not use;
Harsh Chemicals – The products with citrus or vinegar in it should be 
avoided. Such harsh  products remove the glossy finish from Epoxy Floors.
Soap-Based Cleaner – Avoid using a soap-based cleaner. These cleaners leave 
overcasts on the  floor that builds up the epoxy finish. It makes the floor 
dangerously slippery when wet.
To do away with the dust, a deck brush and scrub brush will do the trick. Also, it 
will prevent any  damage that may come from power washing.
Also, it is suggested to place a walk-off mat to remove any dirt, snow, or water 
that can come from  vehicles, and shoes.
If you deep clean the area every month, your floor will stay in a good shape. Do it as 
per the need and  requirement.
Clean Up Chemicals on the Spot
Car oil, chemicals, gasoline, brake fluid, and antifreeze can 
be spot  cleaned easily. When the oil is spilled, it is 
suggested to clean it on the  spot with a paper towel or 
multi-purpose shop towel. No matter the  type of chemical 
and regardless of its source, it must be cleaned  
immediately because the chemicals can cause headaches, 
allergic  reactions, and respiratory issues.
Although epoxy floor coatings can resist stains – another 
characteristic  of this coating, the gas, and any motor oil 
can damage the epoxy floor, if  left alone for too long.
In case all-purpose cleaners, paint, or any course liquids 
are spilled on  the Epoxy floor, they also need to be 
cleaned up as soon as possible.
Battery acid should not be allowed to stay on the epoxy 
floor because it  will lead to discoloration and it can damage 
the epoxy floor as well as  the concrete below the epoxy 
coating.
If the above-mentioned chemicals are not cleaned on 
time, the epoxy  can lead to discoloration and can even 
start emitting a foul smell.
Furthermore, it can also weaken the durability of the 
coating.
Since chemical spills can happen quite frequently in the 
place with a  moment of vehicles is more, it is advised to 
always neutralize the  chemical agent in the garage.
How to Clean Chemicals?
Pro tip- Do not clean the chemical with water immediately after the spill.
It is better to use a neutralizer to avoid unwanted reactions before washing it 
with water.  After that, use a cleaning cloth such as chamois or rubber, or foam 
to get away with any liquid.
Special Attention to Protect the Floor from Damages
Prevention is better than cure. The saying goes well with the epoxy flooring too. Here’s 
how you can do it:  Use floor mats and plywood as an extra platform.
Make the area debris-free when dealing with heavy traffic. Debris can cause scratches 
on the surface.  Use a welding mat for the whole welding area. The welding mat will 
shield the area from heat and  splatters.
While using lifters or jacks, place half-inch plywood as a platform. It will shield the floor 
from injuries.  In the case of the home garage, set small mats under the bike stand to 
avoid any scratch on the epoxy  floor coating.
You can also use high-quality household floor wax for easy cleaning and added 
protection to the floor.
Do Not Linger On – Just Spot Clean the Area
In case, you are short of time, instead of cleaning the 
whole area, it is  better to clean the spot where oil or any 
other item has been spilled. It  is easier to spot clean the 
areas that need help. This method of spot  cleaning is 
useful for the areas that have gathered dirt, or water.
All you need to do is just sweep it, or vacuum the dirt.
How to Do Spot Cleaning?
For the liquid that has been spilled, first, remove the solid 
debris and  gather the dirt with a degreaser and shop 
towel.
The next step is to mop the area with hot water.
Epoxy floors are water-resistant and are relatively faster to clean 
and  maintain.
Here’s a warning, the cleaning process will be easy if the floor 
installation is  done with utmost care. To get the best epoxy flooring 
service in Melbourne  ontact Tuff Build.
In case of stains, use a soft scrubbing pad. The stain will 
be removed  easily without you having to scrub it hard.
Rusting is quite common in garages with heavy 
equipment. In case of  rust spots, the procedure to 
remove stains will also be the same.
Erase Tire Marks Easily
Any mark on the epoxy flooring will not look good – tire marks are no exception too. If 
vehicles are moving  in and out on a daily basis, it is suggested to clean those marks on a 
daily basis. A quick solution to clean the  tire marks is using a concrete degreaser.
What are Degreasers?
Degreasers are cleaners made specifically to remove stains of grease, oils, corrosion 
inhibitors, cutting  fluids, handling soils, and fingerprints.
In the case of epoxy coating, degreasers like simple green should be used to remove the 
oil stains and tire  marks.
Working of a Degreaser
The degreasers draw up the oil from the floor. On drying up, it changes into a powder 
so that it can be  cleaned easily.
Drip the degreaser on the tire marks and stains and let it saturate for around 10 
minutes. You can let it  stay for a longer time as well depending on the heaviness of 
marks
Once the liquid dries up, sweep the floor and get rid of the dirt.
Things to Use
Use a soft nylon brush to scrub the marks gently. If the stain is stubborn, continue the 
same above steps  and then sweep the spots away.
Taking care of epoxy floor coating is not rocket science. Once you get epoxy flooring at 
your home, office,  or any other commercial building, just make it a habit to clean the 
spilled over substance immediately. Do  not allow the stain to sit on the floor for long. 
Do away with the laziness and bid adieu to the epoxy floor  coating spillovers.
Tuff Build’s epoxy flooring services are the best in Melbourne. No matter where you 
choose to get the  epoxy floor coating done these offer innumerable benefits.
Available in several colors and 
finishes.  Liquid-tight and resistant to 
acids, chemicals.  Easy to clean, and 
hygienic.
Impact-resistant and shock-resistant.
If you want to bring a revolution in the 
look of your home, just contact us and 
let the work get started.
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