How Do You Clean and Maintain Microcement Floors?

Microcement floors are easy to live with when cleaned and maintained correctly. The key is understanding that the protective sealer plays a major role in day-to-day performance, not just the microcement itself.

Most issues with staining or wear come from harsh cleaners or neglecting the sealing system over time.

Is microcement flooring easy to clean?

Yes. Once sealed, microcement floors are straightforward to clean using gentle methods. They don’t have grout lines, which makes routine cleaning easier than many tiled floors.

Daily and regular cleaning

For everyday cleaning, we recommend:

• Warm water and a soft mop or cloth
• A pH-neutral cleaner suitable for sealed hard floors
• Wiping up spills sooner rather than later

Avoid leaving standing water on the surface, particularly during the early life of the floor.

What to avoid when cleaning microcement floors

Some products can degrade the protective sealer over time and should be avoided:

• Bleach
• Vinegar or acidic cleaners
• Limescale removers
• Oven cleaners
• Abrasive pads or scouring brushes

How stain resistant are microcement floors?

When finished with the correct sealing system, microcement floors offer good stain resistance for everyday domestic use. However, they are not completely stain-proof.

Oils, wine, acidic liquids, and strongly coloured substances should not be left sitting on the surface for long periods.

Do microcement floors need waxing?

Waxing is optional. Some people like the additional sacrificial layer and the feel it provides, while others prefer to rely on the sealed surface alone.

If wax is used, it will need periodic reapplication depending on foot traffic.

Maintaining the protective sealer

The sealer is what gives a microcement floor much of its resistance to staining and wear. Over time, particularly in high-traffic areas, the sealer will wear gradually.

Signs that the protective layer may need attention include:

• The surface looks dull or patchy in walkways
• Water no longer beads on the surface
• Marks appear more easily than before

Refreshing protective layers is often easier than people expect and can extend the life of the floor significantly.

Can microcement floors be repaired?

Minor wear or surface marks can often be improved by cleaning, light abrasion, and refreshing protective layers. More significant damage may require localised repair, depending on the cause and extent.

DIY maintenance tips

• Use door mats in high-traffic entry points
• Avoid dragging furniture or appliances
• Use felt pads under chair and table legs
• Clean regularly with gentle products

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