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Rubber floors are often used in commercial settings like athletic clubs. But they're gaining in popularity and are now being used in many commercial and even residential settings. Many rubber floors today are environmentally friendly since they're made from recycled tires. Rubber floors are usually either flat or in a textured form, with a raised area in the center that looks like round studs. The benefit to rubber flooring is that it is very durable, it's non-porous (so it won't soak up spills), it's quiet to walk on, and is great for people who have to work on their feet for long periods of time. It is also slip-resistant and resists dents. Rubber is, however, fairly expensive and must be installed by an experienced flooring contractor. One of the problems cleaning companies have with rubber floors is figuring out the best way to clean them since most have an uneven surface. They're difficult to sweep and mop since soil gets lodged between the raised areas of the floor. Using floor machines with conventional pads are also ineffective because they're best suited for flat surfaces - they merely glide over the raised surface of uneven rubber floors. The best way to care for uneven rubber floors is to use a floor machine with a brush drive or cylindrical brushes (counter-rotating brushes). That's because they're able to "scrub" the uneven floor and get into the lower areas of the tile instead of just gliding over it. Brushes made of horse hair are recommended. Use caution however, as an inexperienced operator can damage the floor if not trained properly. Avoid using solvents, alkalis, and oils on rubber floors. Also, never use abrasive cleaners because they can scratch the floor. It's best to stay with neutral floor cleaners. For best results, check with the floor manufacturer for their recommended care suggestions. Copyright (c) The Janitorial Store (TM)
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