Cleaning & Maintenance

Resin floor cleaning & maintenance guide (FeRFA standards)

Commercial resin floor project.

Maintaining your resin floor investment

To ensure your new resin flooring remains durable, hygienic, and aesthetically pleasing, a regular maintenance regime is crucial. While resin floors are famously easy to care for, they are not maintenance-free. 

At ResGen Ltd, we recommend following FeRFA’s Guide to Cleaning Resin Floors, which emphasises a structured approach: daily, weekly, and periodic cleaning. 

    • Remove grit daily: Sand and dirt particles act like sandpaper under traffic. Sweep or vacuum daily to prevent micro-scratching.

    • Immediate spill response: Clean up spills immediately. Although resin is resistant, stagnant chemicals can, over time, cause staining or damage.

    • Use the right tools: Use soft-bristled brooms or dry mops. For textured floors, utilize brushes rather than mops, as mops can snag and spread dirt.

    • Avoid abrasives & harsh chemicals: Never use scouring pads, wire brushes, or high-concentration, acidic, or phenol-based cleaners, as these can degrade the resin surface. 

  • For standard epoxy and polyurethane floors, we recommend the following cleaning method:

    1. Dry clean: Sweep or vacuum to remove loose dust and debris.

    2. Detergent application: Apply a mild, pH-neutral, or alkaline detergent (diluted 1:20 to 1:40 with warm water).

    3. Agitate: Use a deck scrubber or mechanical cleaning machine (soft brush) to work the cleaner into the surface.

    4. Allow Dwell Time: Let the solution dwell for 5–10 minutes to break down grease, but do not allow it to dry on the surface.

    5. Remove Waste: Remove the dirty water using a wet vacuum or squeegee.

    6. Rinse: Thoroughly rinse the floor with clean water to remove all detergent residues, which can otherwise form a tacky, dirt-attracting layer. 

    • Mechanical scrubbing (preferred): For larger commercial or industrial areas, a combined washer/dryer machine is the most effective method, ensuring controlled application and immediate removal of contaminants.

    • Manual cleaning: For smaller areas, a mop and bucket are acceptable, but the cleaning solution must be changed regularly. 

    • Textured/anti-slip floors: Textured surfaces require regular scrubbing with brushes to prevent contaminants from settling in the profile.

    • Heavy industrial (screeds): Very heavy-duty (>6mm) systems may require higher pressure washing (up to 1400 psi).

    • Entrance matting: Place adequate matting at all entry points to trap dirt and moisture before it reaches the resin floor. 

    • Excessive water: While cleaning with water is fine, excessive water can seep into joints or under cove bases.

    • Citrus or acid cleaners: Cleaners containing citrus, acids, or vinegar can break down the resin’s chemical structure.

    • Mixing chemicals: Never mix different cleaning agents, as this can be harmful