Specialist floor care.
The appearance of a floor depends on its surface, previous treatments and the way it is cleaned. The wrong process can create costly problems, so assessment comes first.
Discuss your requirementsCleaning that works for your environment.
Our specialist floor cleaning work covers hard and resilient surfaces in commercial buildings, schools, industrial premises and refurbishment projects. Depending on the surface and specification, we can discuss deep scrubbing, surface preparation and appropriate maintenance or finishing treatments.
Where a floor has an existing coating, unknown finish or persistent contamination, we favour a carefully controlled test area. The objective is not simply a quick visual improvement, but a method that respects the floor’s condition, the environment and the way the space must be handed back.
What the service can include
Every scope is agreed individually. Typical tasks and opportunities include:
Typical cleaning tasks
- Hard and resilient floor deep cleaning
- Safety flooring and heavily trafficked zones
- Machine scrubbing and planned periodic care
- Stripping and polishing where suitable
- Surface tests before specialist treatments
- Maintenance programmes for high-traffic floors
What we consider before starting
- Floor manufacturer guidance and existing finish
- Slip resistance and intended use
- Access, ventilation and drying or curing time
- Protection of adjacent areas
A clear process from the outset.
Rather than offering a one-size-fits-all package, we look at the building, the operational constraints and the result you need. The proposed service is then documented in a clear scope, with arrangements agreed for attendance, access and any specialist requirements.
For ongoing contracts, we can discuss how quality checks, supervision and communication should work. For project cleaning, we focus on site readiness, method, practical timescales and handover expectations.
Explore the Mercia approach ↗Frequently asked questions
Can every floor be stripped and polished?
No. Different floors need different systems and some finishes should not be treated this way. We assess the material and existing coating first.
Can you advise on ongoing maintenance?
Yes. We can discuss a sensible cleaning routine following restoration or a deep clean.
How do I get an accurate price?
Send your site location, approximate size, preferred schedule and any particular concerns. We can then advise whether a site visit or additional information is needed.
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Explore serviceSpecialist hard-floor care: selecting the correct treatment
Identify the floor finish
Vinyl, safety flooring, stone, resin and sealed concrete do not all respond to the same cleaning chemicals or machinery. The existing finish and any previous polish or coating should be assessed before proposing a process.
Trial the method where necessary
A small test area can help evaluate cleaning strength, compatibility, appearance and drying time. It also reveals whether staining, wear, previous coatings or substrate defects limit the result.
Restoration and periodic maintenance
Deep scrubbing, stripping, polish application and other restoration techniques are assessed according to the surface. Once restored, a planned maintenance regime helps protect the appearance and reduce repeat interventions.
Agree access and downtime
Larger floor projects may need area-by-area working, furniture movement, ventilation, curing time and protection from foot traffic. These practical constraints belong in the quotation and schedule.
If you have floor specifications, product names or photographs, send them with your enquiry so we can recommend the appropriate assessment.
Discuss your cleaning requirementsSurface first. Method second.
Good floor care begins with the material beneath your feet, not a standard machine setting or chemical.
We consider floor type, existing coatings, wear patterns, access and the desired finish before recommending a programme. Test areas can help establish the response of a surface where suitability is uncertain.
Assess, test and agree the treatment