Concrete
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Choosing the Right Floor Finish
- June 15, 2016
- Posted by: GK's Custom Polishing, Inc.
- Category: Commercial, Concrete, Hard Surface Maintenance, Natural Stone
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With so many different types of floor finishes available on the market today, it can be difficult for a facility manager to know what type of floor finishes are best for their specific situation. Choosing the best floor finish is mostly dependent on the type of flooring material, foot/wheel traffic in the area and how
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What Causes Floor Discoloration?
- May 10, 2016
- Posted by: GK's Custom Polishing, Inc.
- Category: Commercial, Concrete, Hard Surface Maintenance, Natural Stone, Tile & Grout
Even if your custodial staff has a strict cleaning schedule, you may notice the finish on your floors beginning to become yellow or darker in color. One of the most widespread issues we see in commercial flooring is discoloration in a sealer or finish on a floor. While this is most common in floors with
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Choosing the Right Type of Ice Melt
- February 9, 2016
- Posted by: GK's Custom Polishing, Inc.
- Category: Concrete, Hard Surface Maintenance, Natural Stone
Winter is in full swing and cold weather is finally upon us. One of the downsides of the cold is the persistence of ice and the need for a good deicer to prevent slippery surfaces outside. There are several different types of ice melt available on the market. Knowing which type of ice melt to
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What is Spalling in Concrete?
- October 6, 2015
- Posted by: GK's Custom Polishing, Inc.
- Category: Concrete, Hard Surface Maintenance
If you have a concrete driveway or garage floor, you may have encountered spalling in your concrete. But what exactly is spalling? Spalling is when the surface layer of your concrete becomes rough chipping, flaking or pitting. Your once smooth concrete can become deteriorated without the proper care. But what causes spalling and how can
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Rust Stains on Concrete
- September 22, 2015
- Posted by: GK's Custom Polishing, Inc.
- Category: Concrete, Hard Surface Maintenance
If you are someone who gardens frequently, you may have noticed rust-colored stains on your concrete surfaces. These stains are most likely caused by the fertilizer that you are using on your plants or grass. Most fertilizers and plant foods contain minerals such as iron, copper, zinc and magnesium. These minerals are used to help
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How to properly prepare your property for winter.
- September 11, 2015
- Posted by: GK's Custom Polishing, Inc.
- Category: Boats, Cars, Concrete, Detailing, Hard Surface Maintenance
The cold weather can be hard on many of us in Cleveland. With Summer coming to a close and Winter fast approaching, it is time to start preparing your property for the cold. Proper winterization procedures can help properly protect your home, vehicles and boats. Winterizing Your Home Remove loose debris from your roof such
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Frequently Asked Questions about Commercial Hard Surface Care
- July 31, 2015
- Posted by: GK's Custom Polishing, Inc.
- Category: Commercial, Concrete, Hard Surface Maintenance, Natural Stone, Tile & Grout
There are several questions about natural stone and hard surface maintenance that we are commonly asked by our commercial customers. Properly maintaining your hard surfaces can be very difficult without the proper methods in place. To help our customers better train their maintenance staff, we will share some of these questions we are often asked
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Are you using the right cleaners for your hard surfaces?
- June 3, 2015
- Posted by: GK's Custom Polishing, Inc.
- Category: Concrete, Hard Surface Maintenance, Natural Stone, Tile & Grout
There is a lot to know when it comes to properly maintaining the hard surfaces in your home. Whether it’s the marble countertops in your kitchen or the tile in your bathroom, choosing the right type of cleaner is absolutely vital if you want to properly protect your surfaces. Choose the right type of cleaner
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What Are My Finishing Options For Concrete?
- May 22, 2015
- Posted by: GK's Custom Polishing, Inc.
- Category: Concrete, Hard Surface Maintenance
Concrete is very durable and extremely resistant when it comes to wear and tear. It’s no wonder why it has become a popular option both inside and outside of the home. While concrete is very durable, in order to reduce future maintenance costs, it is important to have it properly finished. Luckily at GK’s Custom
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Spring Cleaning Tips for Exterior Hard Surfaces
- May 8, 2015
- Posted by: GK's Custom Polishing, Inc.
- Category: Concrete, Hard Surface Maintenance, Natural Stone
The winter months can be hard on all of us in Northeastern Ohio. What you may not realize is that it can be equally hard on the concrete, stone and brick surfaces outside your home. The winter weather exposes the outside surfaces to cold temperatures, freeze/thaw cycles and salt. Many of these factors can create
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