4 Tips to Help Make Concrete Floor Restoration Less Time Consuming

There are a variety of products available to make concrete floor restoration quick and easy. Concrete floors should always be coated with a sealant. A finish that is not applied properly will quickly peel and chip and require more restoration work. 

1 - Removing Oil and Grease

Oil and grease stains will need to be covered with a water-based degreaser and scrubbed with a coarse brush. This will save time later in the event that the oil seeps through the new finish. Use concrete grout to patch any crevices or cracks in the concrete. Be sure to read the instructions provided by the manufacturer before you begin. Understanding the directions before you begin will save you time in stopping to figure things out as you work. 

2 - Removing Caulk and Paint

A chemical stripper can be used to remove any caulk, paint or other finish that is difficult to take off of the concrete. Once again, be sure to read and understand the instructions provided with the stripper before you begin to use it. Allow the stripper enough time to do the work. By giving the chemicals more time to work, you will save time in scraping the floors with a metal scraper.

3 - Rinsing the Floors

The concrete floors will need to be rinsed of any cleansers or chemicals before you can refinish them. Save drying time by using a wet-dry vac to remove most of the excess moisture. Once the floors have been vacuumed, run a dehumidifier to speed up the time needed for the remainder of the drying process.

4 - Applying the Sealant

When applying the sealant to the concrete, apply one thin coat first. Allow the layer of sealant to dry and then apply a second thin coat. Applying one thick coat will take an excess amount of time to dry and will most likely be ineffective in sealing the concrete floor.