When a topical sealer has been previously applied to a surface, it sometimes needs to be removed before this surface can be sealed again, especially if the sealer/coating is flaky, or if there is dirt, mould or efflorescence trapped underneath it. After stripping, we will go through a professional surface restoration clean that will restore the floor to its best possible condition.
How it Works
Depending on the sealant previously applied to the surface, it may require either water-based stripping or solvent stripping, both of which our technicians have the ability to do. The process, cost and duration differ considerably between them. Generally, there is no need to entirely strip solvent-based sealer that is intact.
Stripping Waterbased Sealer
Always required before resealing, using a non-toxic water-based stripper.
Stripping Solvent Sealer
Only required in specific cases. Our technicians are able to strip solvent coatings back using a non-toxic stripper, based on a blend of low odour, low toxicity solvents. After the sealer has been stripped, the surface will be neutralised and cleaned. The stripping products are likely to cause minor damage to paint on skirting boards and adjacent areas, which you will need to get repaired after. e.g. paint can start to peel on the walls/ ceiling and varnish can peel from cabinets etc. It is likely that this process will cause additional expense due to damage caused by the stripping agent, this is why solvent coatings should only be stripped when absolutely necessary. Instead, a cut-back and seal would be recommended, where a lighter stripper is used to strip the flaky and loose parts of the sealer and get the surface ready to be sealed again, without stripping the good coatings of sealer on the surface, saving you the extra cost of stripping solvent and the damage involved.
Extra Charges
- Stripping solvent sealers can increase the cost of service considerably.
- The price per m2 will also be affected by the type of sealer selected for the surface.
Instructions
- We require that all areas for cleaning are cleared for our arrival and that you have moved away as much of the furniture as possible.
- Our technicians will protect all skirting boards and doors and adjacent areas by masking them with tape before starting the job.
Important Information
- The drying time for cleaning is approximately 30 minutes depending on what type of stone you have and where it is situated.
- Cleaning will get your tiles back to their very best possible condition, surfaces that are damaged / aged or heavily stained will not return to the original condition from cleaning alone. These tiles might require additional services.
-Stripping products are likely to cause minor damage to paint on skirting boards and adjacent areas, which you will need to get repaired after.
