Installations – Maintenance of Floors and Walls

Rock-Tred Floor and Wall Systems provide a tough finish that stands up to heavy abuse. However, this abuse can grind surface dirt and debris into the finish resulting in wear and loss of gloss.

Regular maintenance is recommended to remove surface dirt and prolong the life of the coating system. The frequency of maintenance depends on the volume and type of abuse.

The following recommendations should be used as a guide in establishing a suitable maintenance program:

  1. Epoxy and urethane wall and flooring systems should be frequently cleaned using commercial detergent such as Rock-Tred’s Rock-Power or Rock-Solve and warm water. NEVER USE ABRASIVE PADS, ATTACHMENTS OR CLEANERS SUCH AS AJAX OR SCRUB THE COATING DRY AS THIS WILL DAMAGE THE FINISH!
  2. If the finish becomes soiled, it will need to be scrubbed with a soft bristle brush as outlined below:
    • allow cleaner to do its job (leave cleaner on floor as recommended to lift dirt prior to scrubbing)
    • scrub to further loosen dirt
    • remove soiled water and detergent
    • rinse thoroughly with clean water
  3. Skid-resistant surfaces will require additional effort to remove the dirt from the valleys of the finish.
  4. Floors subjected to heavy traffic may be periodically treated with a water-based, non-yellowing liquid floor finish. This type of finish must be removed and reapplied periodically to prevent build-up.
  5. All coating surfaces eventually show wear, even with a comprehensive maintenance program. Rock-Tred Systems can be renewed by a reapplication of the original finish coat used at a fraction of the initial installation cost. Consult Rock-Tred for details.

These recommendations are applicable to most Rock-Tred Wall and Floor Systems. Consult Rock-Tred for specific maintenance instructions for care of your installation.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Certain chemicals or chemical combinations may cause staining or chemical damage to some Rock-Tred systems. Many compounds with this potential are carried in water or solvent. As the chemical lies on the substrate, the water or solvent may evaporate increasing the concentration and potential for staining and chemical damage. As the length of exposure increases, so does the potential for staining or chemical damage. Follow detergent manufacturer’s recommendations & always test a small area when using a new product. Please consult Rock-Tred for more specific instructions in areas subject to chemical or staining potential.