The concrete floor of your warehouse is arguably the most important part of your structure.
This surface supports your staff, your equipment and all of the machinery and vehicles that you use on a daily basis.
Your concrete floor is a serious investment, and one that must be protected. If it’s not properly looked after, you risk huge repair costs and a delay in operations.
Therefore, we’ve come up with some tips on how to best protect your concrete.
A Regular Sweep and Scrub
It goes without saying that a warehouse floor must be cleaned regularly.
The best way to do this is to book in a routine sweep and scrub by an experienced and well-equipped contractor, such as Sydney Sweep and Scrub.
With our cutting-edge ride on sweep and scrub vehicles, and state of the art pressure washing equipment, we’ll leave your floor surfaces gleaming.
Our workers have a wealth of experience, and we operate with the utmost sustainability.
A regular clean will ensure that your concrete is clear of contaminants, and is a safe surface for your staff and customers.
Keep it Dry
Due to the nature of warehouse work, spills are commonplace.
That may be water, or oil or grease from vehicles or machinery. The most important thing is that these spills are promptly cleaned up.
If not, spills may seep into your concrete floor, especially if cracks are present.
Once this happens, your floor will be more prone to cracking and crumbling, which can become unsafe. Moreover, once a crack is too large, it is very expensive to repair.
Check for Cracks
Cracks can compromise the integrity of your concrete.
Once a crack has formed, it may allow moisture or other contaminants into the concrete structure. This can cause more cracks and make the floor surface unsafe.
If you do find a crack in your concrete floor, it must be addressed right away.
For instance, the crack should be cleaned out and a crack filler applied. This is often a pure epoxy which penetrates deep into the crack, filling it completely.
Once that is done, the break is protected from moisture, as well as further wear and tear.
Seal Your Concrete Surface
You should apply a concrete sealant to your floor surfaces once every couple of years, especially where high levels of foot traffic occur.
This will protect the surface from some wear and tear, particularly when it comes to moisture and spills.
Sealing concrete is an affordable process, particularly when you hire an experienced contractor.
To discuss cleaning your warehouse floor, get in touch with Sydney Sweep and Scrub here.
