Protect the joints
Filled joints support edges. Check them yearly.
Mind the tires
Hot, hard wheels and sharp turns leave marks. Burnishing helps.
Keep it clean
Debris dragged under wheels scratches. Sweep and scrub regularly.
Plan zones
Different areas can have different sheens based on traffic.
Why forklifts are tough on floors
Hard wheels, sharp turns and heavy loads concentrate stress on joints and traffic lanes. Over time, joints chip and wheel paths dull.
Design for the traffic
Joint filler, a harder densified surface and a lower sheen in main aisles help a floor handle heavy use. Reserving gloss for display zones keeps the floor looking good where it matters.
Maintenance for working floors
Sweeping, auto-scrubbing, and quick repair of joint damage prevent small problems from spreading. A yearly check keeps surprises away.
Quick answers
Will forklifts ruin a polished floor?
They can mark it, but the surface is tough and easy to clean and burnish.
Should we paint lines?
Use products suited to polished concrete.
