High-Performance Hard Floor Care & Restoration
Protect Your Flooring Investment Today
Over time, a dull, scuffed floor does far more than just look bad; in fact, it enables dirt and moisture to penetrate the material, resulting in permanent damage and costly replacements. To prevent this, Maintenance One delivers a tailored approach for every surface type – whether you need a high-gloss strip and wax for a retail showroom or specialized diamond burnishing for a medical facility.
Our floor audits include a slip-resistance safety check and a custom maintenance schedule to extend the life of your finish.
What is included in professional commercial floor care?
More than simple maintenance, professional hard floor care from Maintenance One is a comprehensive program engineered to protect, preserve, and beautify high-traffic surfaces such as VCT and luxury vinyl tile (LVT). To that end, across facilities in Connecticut, New York, and Virginia, our services go well beyond standard mopping to include high-speed burnishing, deep scrubbing, and precision stripping and waxing. Consequently, by utilizing industry-leading polymers and slip-resistant finishes, we extend the life of your flooring investment, enhance safety by reducing slip-and-fall risks, and deliver the consistent, high-gloss finish that defines a world-class facility.
Specialized Care for Every Surface
Our technicians utilize material-specific restoration protocols to ensure the structural integrity and aesthetic clarity of your facility’s unique flooring assets.
VCT Stripping & Waxing
First, this process involves the complete removal of old, yellowed finish, followed by the application of multiple high-solids floor finish coats to achieve a deep, durable gloss.
LVT & Sheet Vinyl Maintenance
Additionally, we provide specialized low-moisture cleaning and protective coatings designed specifically for modern luxury vinyl materials.
Ceramic Tile & Grout Restoration
In addition, we perform high-pressure steam extraction to lift grease and grime from porous grout lines, followed immediately by professional-grade sealing.
Our Simple 3-Step Commercial Cleaning Process
1
On-Site Walkthrough & Consultation
We begin with a complimentary site visit to assess your specific facility needs. We identify high-traffic areas, specific floor care requirements, and scheduling preferences to ensure we capture every detail of your workspace.
2
Custom Proposal & Cleaning Plan
You receive a tailored commercial cleaning proposal outlining specific tasks, frequencies, and transparent pricing. No hidden fees or surprise charges—just a clear roadmap for a cleaner office.
3
Professional Execution & Quality Control
Our vetted, uniformed cleaning teams execute the plan using industry-leading equipment. We follow up with regular quality control inspections and open communication to ensure your standards are met every single time.
Hard Floor Care: Expert Answers for Facility Managers
Ultimately, maintaining the structural integrity and aesthetic clarity of your floors requires far more than a standard mop and bucket. To that end, from understanding the “cure time” of high-solids finishes to implementing slip-resistance protocols, we believe our clients should have all the facts. Accordingly, we have compiled the most frequent technical questions from property managers across Connecticut, New York, and Virginia to help you protect your facility’s most expensive assets and ensure a safe, high-performance environment for your staff and visitors.
For most corporate and retail environments, a full strip and wax is recommended once per year to remove yellowed buildup. However, we recommend a scrub and recoat every 3 to 6 months. This “top-off” process removes surface scuffs and adds a fresh wear layer, significantly extending the time between full strips and saving you money on long-term restoration.
Yes. Every finish and sealant Maintenance One applies meets or exceeds ASTM and UL standards for the Static Coefficient of Friction. We prioritize safety, particularly in entryways and healthcare settings, by using high-traction polymers that provide a brilliant shine without compromising the grip for foot traffic.
While both improve shine, they serve different purposes. Buffing is a lower-speed process (175–350 RPM) used to remove scuffs and spray-clean the floor. High-speed burnishing (1,500–3,000+ RPM) actually creates friction that “pops” the gloss and hardens the finish, making it more durable against future scratches.
The “secret” to a long-lasting floor finish is daily dust mopping and the use of neutral pH cleaners. Harsh chemicals or “all-purpose” cleaners can eat through the wax, causing it to turn dull or brittle. We provide all our janitorial clients with a specific maintenance schedule to ensure the floor’s “wet look” lasts as long as possible.
