As schools continue to prioritize the health and safety of their environments, innovative and more sustainable cleaning technologies are playing a crucial role. This article dives into the future of school floor care, highlighting trends and the benefits of adopting advanced tools like The Diamond Devil® Concrete & Terrazzo Restoration and Polishing System.
Greener floor care solutions that outshine and outlast ‘old school’ methods
For years, schools have been maintaining their cementitious terrazzo floors the same way, by performing annual summertime stripping and waxing projects. This process is done while school’s out for summer because the chemicals are highly toxic and release volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that are unsafe for occupants. However, unfortunately, the maintenance staff are exposed to these dangerous chemicals. Additionally, as the floor stripper melts the old wax, it makes the floors extremely slippery which can cause slip-and-fall accidents.
With the growing focus on sustainability, schools are being mandated to use greener chemicals to improve the overall health and safety of the environment for students, staff, and visitors. The challenge is to find a greener, more sustainable solution that performs just as well, or better than, current familiar toxic options. The Diamond Devil® System is a viable solution.
Benefits of The Diamond Devil® Concrete & Terrazzo Restoration and Polishing System
The Diamond Devil® Concrete & Terrazzo Restoration and Polishing System produces exceptional results. This innovative system uses a series of three tools—Hone, Polish, and Shine—to deliver a high shine and superior image gloss. Featuring innovative diamond technology, The Diamond Devil® System delivers superior, long-lasting results that are easily maintained as part of a normal floor maintenance program, eliminating the need for summer stripping and waxing projects.
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Schools require cleaning equipment that can withstand frequent use and challenging conditions to maintain and keep their floors in top shape. The Diamond Devil® System is designed to work with a school’s existing floor equipment using only water. This approach directly translates to cost savings, as schools spend less on floor stripper, wax, and overtime labor hours required for annual floor projects. Immediate cost savings are realized in the first year with continued significant savings annually. This frees up limited school resources, allowing funds and staff to be reallocated elsewhere.
Current Trends in School Floor Care
While there is an increased demand for greener cleaning products that not only clean but also disinfect and deliver a high-polished, reflective shine to terrazzo floors, finding a solution has been nearly impossible. The Diamond Devil® System is an ideal solution with its chemical-free approach, using only water. It also can be used with any neutral-based cleaner, allowing the maintenance team to clean, polish, and maintain their floors in one step. With no chemicals, the floors can be maintained during normal hours without closing the school or sections of hallways.
Implementing Effective Floor Care Strategies
Implementing a regular maintenance schedule is crucial for maximizing the benefits of advanced cleaning tools and sustainable flooring materials. Routine cleaning and polishing with The Diamond Devil® System ensures that the floor maintains its highly reflective shine and image gloss year-round.
Conclusion
The future of school floor care is being shaped by innovative products and sustainable practices that prioritize health, safety, and environmental responsibility. The Diamond Devil® System offers schools a superior chemical-free solution for maintaining beautiful, cleaner, polished floors throughout the year.
A notable example of the impact of these innovations can be seen at Park Ridge Schools, where the implementation of The Diamond Devil® Polishing System led to impressive results. Read about their experience here.
For more information on advanced floor care solutions and sustainable practices, contact Malish today.
