If you have a job in a home with flooring made of granite, marble, or concrete, you need to polish and clean the surface to maintain the original shine. An all-purpose polishing pad is often too weak for the task; diamond polishing pads are the preferred method. However, with so many differences in products, you should know which polishing pad is meant for the floor you need to clean.
Choosing a Polishing Pad
As you prepare to clean granite, marble or concrete floors, you need to make sure your diamond polishing pad is the right size and style for the job. If you are polishing a large floor, you should select a pad that is at least 7 inches in diameter; however, for a smooth shine around the edge of the floor, a small pad under 4 inches is preferred.
The pattern on the surface of the polishing pad plays a big role as well. Pads with large, open channels make it easier to eject the dust and cutting residue, since they are designed for aggressively cutting. Pads with narrower channels should be used only for polishing. With the right polishing pad, the floors will be easier to maintain.
Cleaning
Once a professional polishing has taken place, granite and marble flooring is fairly easy to keep clean. Marble polishing powder can be used to repair water stains. The homeowner can simply spread the powder over the affected area, wet with a spray bottle, and dry. To make the perfect blend, the surface should be sprayed again, and dried in little circles, until the area is dry and shiny.
Maintaining the Shine
Once you properly polish the marble, granite, or concrete floors, maintenance is relatively minimal, and can be accomplished with the use of a mild cleaner. If the floors typically experience a lot of traffic, instruct the homeowner that they should clean the floor daily and polish with the right pad once a month. For areas with less traffic, polish as needed and keep up with the day-to-day cleaning. In the event that the polished floor becomes chipped, they can always attempt to save the area with the help of a professional.
