Gym Floor Cleaning!

Have you ever wondered the impact effective gym floor cleaning can have on your training, business and health? No? We don't blame you. It's not a fun subject, but it is important. Whether you're the owner of a gym or have a space at home for you to train, knowing the best way to clean your flooring can have many benefits. Here, we'll look at the benefits of regular cleaning and break down how to clean each type.

Firstly, let's explore at those benefits:

Benefits Of Regular Gym Floor Cleaning:

1. Improved hygiene and health.

2. Better first impression and improved client retention.

3. Extended floor lifespan.

4. Improved equipment performance.

5. Regular cleaning ensures easier maintenance over time.

As a gym owner, having a clean, nice-looking floor sets the tone; you want your members looking after the place. If you don't care about how it looks, your members won't either.

Now let's look at how to clean each type of gym flooring...we have lots of variations of gym flooring, but our two best sellers.

Warning: Depending on the size and traffic in your gym space, this may seem overboard, but you need to stay on top of things, a weekly mop is necessary for commercial gyms.

SBR flooring

Daily Cleaning:

1. Dry sweep and vacuum (soft bristle broom/dust mop/vacuum to clear dust + dirt)

2. Damp mop - use warm water and/or neutral pH cleaner (example: Diversey Stride Neutral Cleaner)

AVOID: Fully soaking the floor - prolonged water exposure can seep through seams/edges.

Weekly Cleaning:

1. Auto or Manual Scrub - Using a low-speed buffer or auto scrubber with soft nylon brush (or red pad)

2. Apply a neutral pH cleaner - see above example. (always check the label!)

3. Rinse thoroughly with clean water to remove soap residue.

4. Use wet vac or a mop to dry fully.

   
   

EPDM flooring

Daily Cleaning:

1. Dust Mop or Vacuum with a soft brush attachment to remove any initial dust and debris (If possible, turn of the vacuum's Beater Bar to avoid damaging the floor)

2. Damp Mop - using warm water and a neutral pH cleaner (see above example)

   - Use a microfibre mop for best results.

   
   

   Again, don't fully soak the floor. Although both SBR and EPDM flooring is non-porous, excessive water over time can be detrimental.

Weekly Cleaning:

1. Scrub the surface - especially the heavy-use areas. Use soft brush/scrub pad

(Avoid using abrasive pads as these can scratch the surface)

2. Power Scrub the whole floor

3. Use a low-speed buffer for areas with stains (or auto-scrubber)

4. After scrubbing, rinse the floor with lukewarm water

5. Use wet vac or mop to dry

Comparing the 2 flooring types:

	SBR	EPDM
Durability	Sensitive to UV, temperature changes and harsh chemicals	UV, weather and temperature resistant
Cleaning Products	Use neutral pH cleaners, avoid harsh chemicals	can handle a wider range of cleaners, avoid extreme pH
Scrubbings Tools	Soft brushes and microfibre mops	Soft brushes, low-speed buffers and auto-scrubbers
Stain Resistance	Prone to oil and heavy stain damage	Prone to organic stains and mild dirt buildup
Outdoor Use	Better for indoor areas	Ideal for both indoor and outdoor use

To conclude, it's vital that gym flooring is properly maintained. The cleaning itself doesn't massively differ between floor types; however, the exposure to elements and strength of cleaning chemicals needs to be understood before deciding which type to go for. A well-maintained floor extends it's lifespan, saving you money in the long run.

We hope this has provided an insight into the cleaning and maintenance of each floor type but if you have any questions, please don't hesitate to shoot us a message or drop us an email at team@rechargefitness.co.uk