How to Clean Concrete

Maintaining concrete surfaces is important for extending the life and beauty of whatever it covers. A concrete patio or deck may see a lot of traffic during outdoor entertaining. Concrete driveways and floors are also subject to everyday contact. Concrete countertops are prone to spills and stains on a daily basis. Whether an interior or exterior concrete surface, cleaning concrete requires the proper procedure and product, and one that is easy and safe to use.

When concrete is used for interior floors and/or countertops, the product used to clean it must be safe for the user and the environment. Concrete floors are typically stained and sealed to resist water, dirt, and stains, but a specialized concrete stain remover may be required for certain jobs. Concrete that is polished can also attract dust and dirt, and so a concrete floor cleaning product can be used to remove the mess and add extra shine.

Exterior concrete surfaces can be plain, textured, stamped, stained, colored, stenciled, engraved, and more. Whichever design you choose, the cleaning and maintenance of the concrete will depend on what the concrete surface will be exposed to. What is the weather and sun exposure like in the area? How much foot or vehicle traffic will it endure? How big is the area? All factors need to be considered when choosing the right product to clean the exterior surface.

Concrete Cleaning Products

Dumond Chemicals offers safe and easy concrete cleaning solutions to homeowners and professional cleaning crews. See the list below and click the links to learn more about the eco-friendly products Dumond provides:

• Thoroughly clean stains, rust, chalk, and dirt without harming the concrete surface around the home or office.
• Homeowners or professionals can safely clean oil and grease from concrete.
• Easily remove efflorescence from concrete around the home or office.