Flooring Maintenance 101: Keeping Your Commercial Coated Floors in Top Condition

Why Maintenance Isn’t Optional

Investing in a quality floor coating — whether it’s epoxy, polyurethane cement, or polyaspartic — is a smart move. But even the toughest floor won’t perform to its potential without proper care and maintenance.

A neglected floor is:

• A safety risk
  
• A magnet for costly repairs
  
• A source of non-compliance during audits
  
• A visual let-down for staff, clients, and inspectors
  

At Wolffe, we help our clients maintain their floors so they last longer, perform better, and stay compliant — with less hassle and lower costs.

3 Pillars of Commercial Floor Maintenance

🧹 1. Daily Cleaning

Even the strongest coatings need regular cleaning to protect their surface integrity.

Checklist:

• Dry sweep or vacuum to remove dirt and debris
  
• Damp mop with a pH-neutral cleaner
  
• Immediately clean any spills (especially oils, fats, or acids)
  

Harsh acids, bleach, or abrasive tools can degrade coatings — always use approved products.

📅 2. Periodic Deep Cleaning

Some spaces need a bit more attention weekly or monthly, depending on the level of traffic and exposure.

Recommended practices:

• Auto-scrubber with soft brush pads
  
• Low-pressure water or steam where appropriate
  
• Reapplication of topcoats or sealers if wear becomes visible
  

High-traffic or hygiene-critical areas (like food production) may require more frequent deep cleans.

🛠 3. Preventive Maintenance

A small crack today is a major repair tomorrow.

Things to watch:

• Coating wear in forklift zones or turning areas
  
• Pitting or bubbling near drains or in washdown zones
  
• Slippery spots where slip resistance may be wearing down
  
• Pooling water – could signal fall issues or drainage problems
  

Wolffe offers scheduled inspections to catch issues before they become disruptive or expensive.

How to Maintain Epoxy, PU Cement & Polyaspartic Coatings

✅ Epoxy Flooring

• Daily dry and damp cleaning
  
• Use soft-bristle pads — never metal brushes
  
• Recoat every 3–5 years in high-impact zones
  

✅ Polyurethane Cement

• Built for harsh conditions, but still benefits from washdowns with neutral cleaners
  
• Avoid letting acids or caustic agents sit for long periods
  
• Slip resistance can be refreshed with a new topcoat if needed
  

✅ Polyaspartic Coatings

• Fast-curing but highly durable — especially for areas exposed to sunlight or harsh chemicals
  
• Wipe spills quickly, especially petrol-based fluids or solvents
  
• Clean with gentle products and soft pads to maintain finish clarity
  

Safety and Compliance Are Maintenance Issues Too

A clean, well-maintained floor helps meet:

• ✅ WHS slip resistance standards
  
• ✅ HACCP and FSANZ hygiene requirements
  
• ✅ Council or Worksafe audits
  
• ✅ Customer expectations for quality and professionalism
  

Whether you’re running a production line or welcoming clients to your office, your floor is part of your brand — and your safety system.

Wolffe Maintenance Support Services

We help our clients avoid issues through:

• Preventive inspections and condition reporting
  
• Scheduled re-coating for high-traffic zones
  
• After-hours cleaning and sealing services
  
• Emergency repairs or containment strategies
  

Need a maintenance plan for multiple sites? We do that too.

How Often Should Floors Be Maintained?

Frequency varies based on:

• Type of coating
  
• Foot/machine traffic
  
• Presence of chemicals or oils
  
• Hygiene requirements
  

Conclusion: Protect Your Investment With Smart Maintenance

Your floor works hard. Keep it clean, compliant, and high-performing with a simple plan — and avoid the costs of early failure or reactive repairs.

📞 Want help maintaining your epoxy or PU floor?
Talk to Wolffe about setting up a maintenance strategy tailored to your facility.