Clean Up! Removing the Pesky Concrete Stain

Maintenance and consistent care of any floor will ensure its life span, and a concrete stain can be pesky and difficult to get rid of. But choosing an appropriate clean up method can make a big difference.

A concrete stain can come in all shapes, sizes, and locations, from car spots to rust, on patio stones, driveways, and garage floors. And when it comes to sealing or staining a concrete surface, clean up is essential for maximum benefits. The same is true on the contrary. A concrete stain holds less threat to a surface that has been treated with a stain or sealer. These prevention functions go directly hand-in-hand.

Concrete Stain

A concrete stain such as oil or grease needs to be soaked up, using sawdust-like material or granulated soap if the stain is deep enough, and a degreaser agent along with a hose or pressure washer will do the trick to remove tire marks. It is important to remember that direct or strong pressure can hurt the surface, defeating the purpose. Also, the proper surface sealer will dissuade most tire marks from happening in the first place. Mildew is a very common concrete stain, and due to constantly changing environmental elements such as dampness and dryness, fungus can creep into some outside surfaces. Bleach is a useful tool here, along with some light scrubbing or pressure washing. As with most stains, treating surfaces with a sealer will prevent the same stain from returning.

The fresher the concrete stain the better is the motto for clean up duty.