After installation, all traffic and furniture should be kept off the floor for at least 24 hours to allow it to reach sufficient initial
hardness. The floor will continue to harden for up to seven days, so the longer you can keep traffic and loads off, the better.
When moving furniture or other heavy objects,
be sure to lift and not drag them across the floor.
It may be practical to lay down some protective
floor covering and timber sheeting to prevent
damage.
During the first seven days, take care to keep
liquids and chemicals off the floor while it
develops full stain resistance.
Protect the floor against heat sources and burns from cigarettes, matches or any other extremely hot surfaces.
Protect your floor from tracked in dirt and grit by using non-staining mats outside all entrances. Take time to remove embedded dirt and
grit from the bottom of shoes before entering the room. Be careful as some rubber or latex-backed mats can cause stains.
Resin Grip™ and Resin Rock™ have good stain resistance and will not be affected by most household and
commercial chemicals, however any spills should be cleaned up immediately and not be allowed to dry out on the floor. Good housekeeping
practices, including dilution and quick clean-up, will minimise chemical damage.
Avoid exposure to direct sunlight for prolonged periods as it can cause floor discolouration. Tint windows if possible and use blinds,
curtains or drapes to prevent sunlight hitting the floor during peak sunlight hours.
Ongoing maintenance
A floor is one of the most heavily used of all
surfaces, yet they are rarely maintained to the
standard required.
A good maintenance program will not only keep
the area looking good, but also give the floor the
best possible chance of performing as expected
over a long life.
There are some basic good practices that can be
followed by the owner to help prolong the life
and aesthetics of non-slip floor finishes such as Resin Grip™ and Resin Rock™.
Good practices include:
Sweep or flush/hose floors on a regular basis.
More aggressive anti-slip surfaces won’t be able to be mopped. Non-slip floors rely on regular cleaning to remove foreign
material that can accumulate and reduce effectiveness.
There are many cleaners on the market,
however pH neutral products are generally
preferred over harsh caustic or acid-based cleaners, which can be overkill and rather hazardous to use. If these cleaners are used, they
shouldn’t be allowed to completely dry out at any stage as they can become concentrated and damage the floor.
Prepare a clean-up procedure to ensure
exposure to spills is kept to a minimum. Non-slip floors should be kept as dry as possible for the maintenance of the floor and safety of
its users.
Have any damage repaired as soon as possible.
As already noted, when moving equipment or furniture be sure to lift and not drag these items to prevent scratching.
Of course there are some bad practices to avoid:
Don’t use vacuum cleaners without brush attachment as they may scuff the surface.
Don’t use steam cleaners or boiling water
as this may temporarily soften the floor. It is
generally not necessary to clean with water
above 60oC.
Don’t wear footwear with metal tips or nails underneath, e.g. golf shoes.
If the floor is to handle vehicular traffic, use
tyres that don’t mark or can have their marks
removed. Drive carefully and avoid spinning
wheels etc.
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