Attention Dallas garage owners: If you have an epoxy coating system in your garage, you made the right choice! Other flooring options deteriorate quickly, and they can get absolutely demolished by moisture and other weather-driven elements. Epoxy coatings are the perfect option, combining strength and aesthetics with minimal upkeep to handle our Texas weather patterns. But you still need to care for your epoxy coating by keeping those floors clean! Here’s how you can do that with minimal effort.
Care for Your Epoxy Coating: Tools of the Trade
Maintaining an epoxy coating involves a few basic tools: a broom, a bucket with a wringer, and a string mop. For a more effective cleaning routine, consider using a leaf blower, Wash & Wax (an automotive detergent), and a microfiber dust mop. Regular detergents are not nearly as good as the Wash & Wax because of how they attract dirt and ultimately reduce the shine of your floor.
Cleaning Steps
- Begin by removing loose dirt and debris with a broom or leaf blower. If you start mopping around with bits of dirt and rock, you’re just going to get mud and all sorts of scratches on your floor.
- Mix warm water with 1 oz of Wash & Wax detergent per gallon in a bucket, then mop the floor with this solution.
- Air drying is usually sufficient, but using a microfiber dust mop can help prevent slips.
- For exterior floors like patios, hosing down the space and using a foam squeegee to remove excess water is effective.
This cleaning routine is simple, but it’s effective. This is what will ensure your epoxy and polyaspartic coating system remains pristine and durable for years and years.