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Thursday, October 22, 2009

Advanced Concrete Cleaning


Pressure washers are the ideal cleaning tools to be used when faced with the rugged job of cleaning a concrete surface. This could be anything, from a parking lot or structure to a sidewalk to a driveway. The truth is that these areas can pick up a variety of different deposits and stains such as grease patches, old chewing gum, rust, road salt, and even mold. Not only are these unsightly, they can affect the life of the concrete as well. Using pressure washers to clean them on a regular basis will not only improve their look, it will also make your concrete last longer.

Daimer® has a number of different pressure washers which are suited for concrete cleaning tasks. If you are cleaning interior concrete surfaces, like shop floors, it is best to opt for an electrical machine that will not generate exhaust. If you are working outdoors or need to cover a large area, gas-powered pressure washers are better choices. In these cases, it is best to opt for a machine that has a pressure rate of at least 2000 psi.

Before using pressure washing machines on a concrete surface, it is also important to prepare the area first. If there is any vegetation nearby, it’s better to cover them, since the spray can be very forceful and damaging. Remove all obstacles from your cleaning path and make sure there are no exposed wires or electrical outlets. M