We were all set to go… at the University of Ohio Cincinnati… but at the last minute, they asked me if I could take a look at the concrete floors in the eating areas of the same space. They were not sure how to maintain the concrete.

The contractor I was working through asked if I could apply a topical sealer or wax, but I was opposed to that idea because of maintenance issues. The floor was also very greasy and sticky from food fats and oils being left on the surface. It appeared that they mopped with contaminated water. You could see the mop strokes from the last time they "cleaned" the floor.

I started my test patch by laying out water mixed with Heavy Duty Foaming Degreaser. Dragging my hand across the floor before degreasing was very difficult to do; however, after degreasing, it was very easy and the floor was very smooth. I rinsed with a neutral floor soap and dried the floor.

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