Let Your Concrete Floors Breathe: Effective Surface Preparation, Cleaning and Repair Solutions
- Kaan Pişkin
- 3 days ago
- 5 min read
From your garage to your factory floor, from your parking lot to your terrace, concrete surfaces are encountered in many areas of our lives. Although known for their strength and durability, they can get dirty, stained, worn out or suffer minor damage over time. Did you know that the most important step for a perfect result is concrete surface preparation , especially if you are considering applying a new coating (epoxy, paint, polish, etc.) on top?
Why is Surface Preparation So Important?
Simply put, no application will last on a surface that is not clean, solid and smooth.
Adhesion: In order for the new coating to adhere to the concrete, the surface must be free of dirt, oil, dust, old coating residues, etc. Good ground preparation ensures that the coating locks onto the surface.
Durability and Life: If cracks, holes or weak layers on the surface are not repaired, problems may grow under the new coating over time and the life of the coating will be shortened. Proper concrete repair eliminates this risk.
Aesthetic Appearance: A smooth and spotless sub-surface makes the final coat application look much more professional and aesthetic. Especially in glossy or transparent coatings, the defects underneath are very visible. An effective concrete cleaning process increases the visual quality.
Common Problems and Solutions Encountered on Concrete Surfaces
We often encounter the following problems on concrete surfaces:
Oil and Grease Stains: Commonly seen especially in garages, workshops and industrial areas. These stains prevent the coating from adhering to the surface.
Cement and Mortar Residues: Concrete, mortar and joint residues remaining after construction or renovation create a rough texture on the surface.
Rust Stains: Rust stains resulting from metal objects in the environment or reinforcements in the concrete create an unsightly appearance and must be cleaned.
Cracks, Holes and Holes: These damages, which occur over time or as a result of impacts, disrupt the integrity of the surface and must be filled.
Old Coatings and Paints: Worn out, swollen old coatings must be removed from the surface before new application.
Let Us Solve Your Problems with Color & Polish Surface Preparation, Repair and Improvement Products!
Etch & Clean - Concrete Etching and Cleaning Solution
What Does It Do? This product is designed to both clean and lightly etch concrete surfaces. It is used to maximize adhesion by opening the pores of the surface, especially before coatings such as epoxy and polyurethane. It also cleans light dirt and cement grout on the surface.
Etch & Clean is an effective concrete etching and concrete cleaning solution. It plays a critical role in surface preparation processes before coating. It slightly roughens the surface profile of the concrete , increasing adhesion and helping the coating to adhere perfectly to the concrete. Ideal for preparation before coating , this product prepares the surface for the next steps.
DEGREASER NEUTRALIZER - Concrete Cleaning and Neutralization Solution
What it does: In addition to being a powerful degreaser, it is also used to balance (neutralize) the pH level of the surface, especially after using acidic cleaners (like Etch & Clean). It is also effective for cleaning heavy oil and grease stains on concrete surfaces.
It is a dual-action concrete cleaner and neutralization solution. While it fights stubborn stains with its powerful oil-removing feature, it also guarantees coating compatibility by balancing the pH of the surface in post-acid cleaning steps. It is an indispensable product for both cleaning and chemically balancing the surface during the floor preparation process.
CRACK FILLER - Concrete Repair Putty
What Does It Do? It is a repair putty that is generally ready to use or easy to mix, used to fill thin, capillary cracks and small holes on concrete surfaces. It can tolerate small movements with its flexible structure and leaves a smooth surface.
CRACK FILLER is a practical concrete repair paste solution. It is ideal for repairing fine cracks and removing small surface defects. Thanks to its flexible repair feature, it delays the reappearance of cracks. It saves time in projects with its fast drying potential and creates a smooth sub-surface before coating.
CRACK MORTAR - Cement Based Flowable Crack Repair Putty
What Does It Do? It is a cement-based, fluid-consistency repair mortar designed to fill deeper and wider cracks. Thanks to its fluid structure, it easily penetrates into the depths of the crack and fills the gaps completely.
CRACK MORTAR is an effective option for those looking for a cement-based repair mortar . Thanks to its fluid crack repair feature, it provides convenience especially in vertical applications or in deep cracks that are difficult to reach. Developed for concrete crack repair , this product provides a solid and durable repair by filling deep cracks .
C&P GRIP - Slip Resistance Additive
What Does It Do? It is a special additive that is applied by mixing into floor coatings such as epoxy, polyurethane or paint, and increases slip resistance by giving the surface a textured (rough) texture.
C&P GRIP is used as a slip resistance additive on floors and increases floor safety . It is ideal for creating non-slip floors especially in areas such as ramps, wet areas, pool edges. It is easily integrated into the final coat as an epoxy additive or paint additive and creates an anti-slip surface.
C&P MATTING - Coating Matting Agent
What Does It Do? It is an additive that reduces the gloss and provides a matte or semi-matte finish when mixed into glossy floor coatings (epoxy, polyurethane, etc.).
C&P MATTING is a coating matting agent and is the perfect solution for those who do not like glossy surfaces or want to reduce reflection. Thanks to this matting agent, a matt epoxy or matt paint appearance can be achieved with standard glossy coatings. It offers a gloss reducing effect for aesthetic preferences.
EPO REPAC - 2 Component, Epoxy Resin Based Adhesive and Repair Mortar
What is it used for? It is a two-component, epoxy resin-based, paste-like mortar used for repairs requiring very high strength, bonding concrete elements to each other or to different materials, and anchoring works. Its chemical and mechanical resistance is very high.
EPO REPAC is a high-performance epoxy repair mortar and epoxy adhesive . It offers extraordinary adhesion and high-strength repair capability with its 2-component repair mortar structure. It provides reliable results even in the most difficult applications such as combining broken concrete pieces, seedling planting (anchoring), concrete bonding . It is highly resistant to chemicals and abrasion.
How to Choose the Right Product?
To clean and roughen the surface before coating: Etch & Clean
For cleaning heavy oils and/or post-acid neutralization: DEGREASER NEUTRALIZER
To fill fine cracks: CRACK FILLER
To fill deep and wide cracks: CRACK MORTAR
To add non-slip properties to the floor: C&P GRIP (Added to the coating)
To reduce the gloss of the coating: C&P MATTING (Added to the coating)
For very strong structural repair or bonding: EPO REPAC
Important Application Notes
Always read product labels and technical data sheets carefully. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (gloves, goggles, mask), especially when working with abrasives such as Etch & Clean and chemical products such as EPO REPAC . The correct proportions and homogeneous mixing of two-component products are critical to their performance.
Working with concrete surfaces can yield extremely satisfying results when the right products and methods are used. This wide range of products offered by Color & Polish offers you professional solutions at every step, from abrading and cleaning the surface, to the most difficult structural repair from the smallest crack, and even to improving the performance and appearance of the surface. Remember, a solid start is the key to lasting and safe results.
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