To make sure your industrial floors are top notch, it’s crucial to consider the top three priorities: safety, traffic, and maintenance. Businesses considering a new flooring system understand that there are many viable options. In fact, there are so many choices to make throughout the process of flooring installation that it can become overwhelming. Polished concrete floors can meet all three of these priorities for your industrial flooring needs.
polished concreteIndustrial flooring safety
Polished and sealed concrete is practically immune to fire and water damage. While wood flooring and carpeting actually feed a fire, causing it to spread faster and creating more overall damage, concrete floors do not contribute to the flammability of an area. In commercial settings where a floor must absorb a great deal of heat, concrete is an ideal option.
Concrete floors may appear shiny, but they are actually slip resistant when clean and dry. Approved by the National Floor Safety Institute (NFSI) as a “high traction” floor, the Xtreme Engineered Floor Systems concrete polishing and concrete sealer process is the first system of its kind. These floors also meet OSHA and ADA standards for slip resistance.
Industrial flooring for high traffic areas
Professionally installed concrete sealer over a polished concrete surface is chemical resistant, stain resistant, and won’t show wear over time even in high traffic areas. It’s also UV light resistant and does not show wear from impact damage. Our unique concrete densification and impregnation system increases impact resistance and prevents marks from abrasions.
Industrial flooring maintenance
When installed correctly, polished and sealed concrete requires only minimal maintenance. Some estimates rank the overall maintenance costs at less than a quarter of tile or carpeting. For businesses that need to cover large areas, like warehouses and factories, concrete is an ideal low-cost option that won’t add to the maintenance budget. Xtreme’s flooring experts recommend a dry mop and use of our Xtreme Clean Super Concentrate Cleaner maintenance program for the best results. There’s no need for monthly waxing or additional polishing.
Industrial flooring must accomplish many goals: follow safety rules, handle high traffic, and offer easy maintenance. Polished concrete offers all of these!
If your business is evaluating flooring options, please contact us for more information on our industrial concrete polishing and sealing process.