What not to use on terrazzo floors?

Cleaning Terrazzo Floors &#; What Products to Use and What to Avoid

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Terrazzo floors can now be widely found on residential houses, commercial spaces and even outdoor areas such as parks.  The increase in popularity of terrazzo as a preferred flooring system is a direct result of builders, designers, homeowners and business owners realizing that its care and easy maintenance makes it the most cost-effective choice in comparison to every other flooring system.  Add that to the undeniable fact that terrazzo is also one of the most, if not, the most durable flooring system as well.  Case in point, some of the earliest terrazzo installations are still in existence today, most of them looking as pristine and as flawless as if just newly installed.

That being said, like most flooring systems, when not taken care of properly, your terrazzo floors will eventually show signs of wear and tear.  To avoid tarnishing your pristine terrazzo floors it is important that you know the correct way of maintaining and cleaning them.  You need to know what products are best suited for cleaning, what products will do more harm than good and what products are definitely best avoided.

Ammonia and acid-based detergents and cleaning solutions, coarse scrubbing pads and alkaline strippers are the kind of products you should not use on your terrazzo floors.  These types of products contribute to the deterioration of the terrazzo stone chips.  Deteriorated or compromised terrazzo will chip and crack quicker than that of properly maintained terrazzo.  For homeowners, or those who are going the DIY route in cleaning your terrazzo floors, it is recommended that you at least consult the terrazzo technicians that installed your floor to get a list of products that are best utilized for cleaning.

Terrazzo floors that are consistently waxed and buffed to maintain its lustre are also prone to damage and deterioration if the wrong kind of wax stripper is used.  To prevent any kind of lasting damage to your terrazzo floors, always check the products&#; labels.  Additionally, you can always use the more environmentally friendly cleaners and maintenance methods to ensure that your terrazzo floors stay looking pristinely lustrous.

Your new terrazzo floor has been poured, ground, polished, and sealed. Though the sealer will protect the terrazzo from immediate stains, it isn&#;t smart to let spills soak and dry into the floor.

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So what should you do?

Simple! Follow this list of terrazzo dos and don&#;ts to keep your flooring looking as new as the day its installation process was finished.

Do:

• Ask your terrazzo contractor to recommend the proper neutral cleaner and sealer to be used on your floor.
• Dust mop your floors daily. This not only picks up unsightly dust, but also the dirt and grime that is tracked through your building each day. This grit acts as an abrasive on your terrazzo flooring, possibly scratching the sealer.
• Wash newly installed terrazzo floors at least twice a week for two to three months. Construction dust will remain in the air for much of this time and will be deposited on your flooring. Once the dust as settled, scrub your floors at least once a week, depending on foot traffic. Always rinse the terrazzo well to prevent any build-up of cleaner residue that could cause the floor to become slippery.
• Use maintenance products designed for terrazzo.
• Allow your neutral cleaner time to react when you apply it. It is designed to loosen dirt and grit on your floors. Give it time to do its job, but don&#;t let the cleaner dry on the terrazzo.
• In the event of a heavy mess or severe scuffing, it&#;s time to break out a mechanical buffing machine &#; but make sure to stick to a neutral cleaner.

Don&#;t:

• Use purely surface waxes or all-purpose sealers. This can cause slippery terrazzo floors.
• Use all-purpose cleaners that contain water soluble inorganic or crystallizing salts, harmful alkali, or acids. These products can be harmful to the terrazzo.
• Use cheap cleaners or sealers, especially since the majority of your cleaning and maintenance costs stem from labor.
• Try miracle cleaners or sealers on your floor without first consulting a terrazzo contractor. Give one of our members a call and they will provide you with even more terrazzo cleaning and care know-how.
• Continue to monitor your terrazzo floor for signs of wear &#; semi-annually, the time may come when it needs resealed.

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