Floor Hard Surface Cleaners

Hard surface cleaners, as their name implies, are used to wipe out dust, dirt, liquid residues, and stain marks from hard surfaces. These devices can be used to clean brick walls, marble, tiled, vinyl, concrete floors, tile, and most hard surfaces you can think of. In the past, commercial and industrial users have opted for water-consuming floor scrubbers. However, this has all changed with Daimer®’s XTreme Power® HSC series of hard surface cleaners, like the XTreme Power® HSC 13000, that clean effectively and efficiently with one-third the amount of water.

This device has many unique features. The most important one is the pressure generated by its cleaning head. It can generate a maximum pressure of 1500 psi. This is remarkable at a time when most of the other hard surface cleaners struggle to reach even a maximum pressure of 1000 psi. At the same point, the unique motorized spinner head ensures that the high pressure levels are maintained by containing the water flow.

The low water consumption is a major feature of this machine. At a rough estimate, it utilizes only about one-third of water than other brands do. This is one of the few hard surface cleaners that can be used for cleaning virtually all hard surfaces: limestone tile, concrete, travertine tile, linoleum, vinyl flooring, stone, marble, rubber floors, grout, tile VCT, even irregular surfaces and more.

You can find more information about hard surface cleaners and other types of cleaners at www.daimer.com.

Vinyl - Care and Maintenance

With the easy maintenance of a resilient floor, there is no cause for concern when
it comes to spots, spills, or scuffs left by shoes. By observing a few precautions,
and with proper care and maintenance, you can ensure that your vinyl floor
always looks its best.

The adhesive under your floor needs time to thoroughly dry after installation.
Therefore, we recommend that you do not scrub or wash your floor for at least
three days after it is installed.

For general cleaning, sweep your floor regularly (at least once a week) and be
sure to wipe up spills promptly. Occasional mopping with the manufacturer’s
recommended cleaning solution may be needed when dirt builds up and
sweeping alone is not sufficient. Please note that soap or detergent products
are not recommended for resilient floors as they will leave a dulling film on the
surface. The Flex Floor products, however, can be cleaned with a damp mop
and mild detergent or soap.

Caution: Vinyl floors can be slippery when they become wet. Use extreme
caution when walking on a wet floor. Use doormats outside each entrance
to your home to prevent dirt, sand, grit, and other substances such as oil,
asphalt, and driveway sealer from being tracked onto your floor. Use
non-staining mats on your floor. Do not put rubber-backed, latex-backed, or
coco fiber mats on your floor because they may stain or damage the surface.

Close your curtains or blinds where extreme sunlight hits the floor.
A combination of heat and sunlight causes most home furnishings,
including vinyl floors, to fade or discolor.

Support furniture with wide-bearing, non-staining floor protectors.
Ideally, the protectors should be at least 1” in diameter, made of
non-pigmented hard plastic, and rest flat on the floor.

Non-staining felt protectors are also acceptable. Casters with a minimum
3/4” flat surface width or greater are recommended for all moveable
furniture. Make sure any floor protectors made of metal are rustproof.
Replace your narrow dome furniture rests with wide-bearing ones.

Cleaning Stains and Other Problems
The overall stain resistance of vinyl is excellent and most spills will wipe off
quickly and easily with a clean white cloth. Removing certain substances may
take a little extra effort. Always use a clean, white cloth for wiping up stains,
and turn it frequently to avoid spreading the stain. Rinse with clean water and
allow area to dry. Repeat if necessary.


Make sure you check your warranty before attempting to clean.

Hard Surface Cleaners - What You Should Look For

When looking for hard surface cleaners for industrial use, there are a few things you . keep in mind. One is that hard surfaces in commercial and industrial areas are subject to tougher dirt deposits and sedimentation; this means that your hard surface cleaners must be strong enough to root out even stubborn and hardened stains. Secondly, these machines should be able to perform more than one function. The XTreme Power HSC® 16300 from Daimer® is such a cleaning machine - in fact, it is several cleaning units all rolled into one.

The XTreme Power HSC® 16300 is a hard surface spinning cleaning machine that uses the extra cleaning power of heat. In fact, it offers heated temperatures of up to 220º F. The machine comes with a special 9” spinner head attachment. For tackling larger areas, a 19” head is also available. These hard surface cleaners can tackle a variety of different surfaces, even porous ones like brick and grout. What’s more, the uses of these hard surface cleaners don’t end there.

The Daimer® XTreme Power HSC® 16300 can also be used as a steam, hot water, or cold water pressure washer and offers pressure levels of around 3000 psi and flow rates of up to 5 GPM. These hard surface cleaners can also be used as a wall cleaning systems and as sludge extractors, since they are capable of a flow rate of around 30 GPM for water damage restoration use. More information about Daimer® cleaning products an be found at www.daimer.com.

Product Spotlight - Lees

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Hardwood - Care and Maintenance

Like any floor covering, real wood floors will show signs of wear over
time, depending on the size and lifestyle of your family. But by observing
a few precautions, and using the cleaning and maintenance program
recommended by the manufacturer, you can expect years of beauty from
your wood floor.

Never clean or mop your hardwood floor with water. Do not use any wax
or cleaner that must be mixed with water such as oil, soap, or paste wax
products; or other household cleaners that contain lemon oil, tung oil, or
ammonia as this may damage your floor and result in a loss of warranty.

Water can dull the finish and permanently damage the floor. To help
eliminate fine particles of dirt and grit that act like sandpaper and will
scratch any floor, vacuum or sweep daily. The vacuum head must be a
felt or brush type. Be certain that the wheels of the vacuum are clean and
do not damage the finish. DO NOT USE A VACUUM WITH A BEATER BAR
HEAD.

Remove spills promptly using a soft cloth and cleaning products
recommended by the manufacturer. Be sure to keep pet nails trimmed and
paws clean and free of dirt, gravel, grease, oil, and stains. Place protective
pads beneath furniture legs to reduce scratches and dents. Use a dolly and
protective sheets of plywood when moving heavy objects, furniture, or
appliances. Some objects may be too heavy to move across a hardwood
floor under any circumstances.

Certain types of casters on furniture may damage hardwood flooring.
Barrel-type wheels (a minimum 1” continuous width is recommended) or
wide, flat glides are best for protecting your hardwood floor.

A humidifier is recommended to prevent excessive shrinkage of wood
floors due to low humidity levels. Wood stoves and electric heat tend to
cause very dry conditions. In damp conditions, proper humidity levels can
be maintained with an air conditioner or dehumidifier, or by periodically
turning on your heating system during periods of high humidity in the
summer months.

Exposure to the sun and its UV rays accelerates the oxidation and aging
of wood and fabrics. This causes the stain and/or wood to fade and/or
change color. It is recommended that you rearrange rugs and furniture
periodically so the floor ages evenly.

Remove shoes with spiked or damaged heels before walking on the
floor. Spike or stiletto high-heel shoes may cause denting and related
damage to hardwood floors due to the extremely high compressive force
they generate. Such footwear can produce dynamic loads in excess of
1000 pounds per square inch, even when worn by someone of slight or
average build.

As added protection, use dirt-trapping walk-off mats at all exterior doors
to keep sand, dirt, grit, grease, and oil off your hardwood floor.

Disclaimers:
General Terms and Conditions may apply, see warranty section for details

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Xtreme Power ® HSC 17300

When it comes to getting certain surfaces really clean, you need to invest in the right kind of hard surface cleaners. Just like carpets and upholstery have their own unique cleaning problems and needs, so do hard surfaces. In the case of porous surfaces like brick or concrete, dirt, grease and other kinds of deposits can not only adhere to the surface - they can also sink right into the material, as well. This can make things like grease and oil stains especially hard to remove. Ideally, hard surface cleaners should be versatile but durable enough to tackle even the toughest industrial cleaning jobs.

The XTreme Power ® HSC 17300 from Daimer ® can handle a number of different cleaning jobs. It operates as a heated hard surface cleaner, offering a powerful cleaning solution to remove stubborn stains like grease and other industrial deposits. Added to the heat factor is a 19" spinner head for more effective cleaning power. If you’d like to tackle hard surfaces which require a smaller spinner head, a 9" spinner head is also available. These hard surface cleaners are also mobile and work at a temperature of up to 220º F.

These hard surface cleaners can also be used as sludge extractors, steam pressure washers and a wall cleaning system. When operating in steam mode, the machine can reach temperatures of up to 330º F. Read more about this versatile line of cleaning machines and a range of other cleaning products at www.daimer.com.