Commercial Floor Stripping in Dallas
Complete floor stripping and refinishing services for commercial properties. We remove old wax and finish buildup, then apply new protective coatings that restore your floors to like-new condition and provide lasting protection.
Professional Floor Stripping Services in Dallas
Commercial floor stripping is a specialized restoration service that removes accumulated floor finish, wax, and soil buildup from hard surface flooring to prepare it for refinishing. This intensive process addresses floors that have become yellowed, scratched, or dulled by years of maintenance coats and traffic wear.
Professional floor stripping uses chemical strippers and mechanical agitation to dissolve and remove old finish layers without damaging the underlying flooring material. For Dallas businesses with VCT, linoleum, or other resilient flooring, periodic stripping and refinishing is essential for maintaining professional appearances, safety standards, and extending the life of flooring investments.
Benefits of Our Floor Stripping Service
Restored Floor Appearance
Stripping removes yellowed, scratched, and worn finish to reveal the original floor surface, which can then be refinished to like-new condition with improved clarity and shine.
Extended Floor Lifespan
Regular stripping prevents soil from becoming permanently embedded in flooring material. This maintenance program can double or triple the useful life of commercial flooring.
Improved Slip Resistance
Old, worn finish becomes slippery and hazardous. Stripping and proper refinishing restores appropriate slip resistance, reducing liability and improving safety.
Enhanced Hygiene
Years of finish buildup traps dirt, bacteria, and allergens. Complete removal allows for thorough sanitization of the actual floor surface before applying fresh, clean finish.
Cost-Effective Maintenance
Periodic stripping and refinishing is significantly less expensive than floor replacement while maintaining professional appearances that reflect well on your business.
Our Process
Floor Assessment & Testing
We evaluate floor type, finish buildup, condition, and adhesive integrity. Test patches determine optimal stripper selection and dwell time requirements.
Area Preparation
Furniture is moved or protected, baseboards are masked, and adjacent areas are shielded. Ventilation is established for safety during chemical application.
Stripper Application
Professional-grade floor stripper is applied evenly across the floor surface, with proper dwell time to penetrate and dissolve old finish layers.
Mechanical Agitation
Floor machines with stripping pads agitate the dissolved finish, breaking it free from the floor surface and creating a slurry for removal.
Slurry Removal
Wet vacuums remove the finish and stripper slurry. Multiple rinse cycles ensure all residue is eliminated from tile pores and floor texture.
Detail & Edge Cleaning
Baseboards, corners, edges, and hard-to-reach areas are hand-scraped and detailed to ensure complete finish removal throughout the space.
Drying & Inspection
Floors are thoroughly dried and inspected to confirm all finish has been removed and the surface is ready for refinishing application.
Refinishing Application
Fresh floor finish is applied in multiple coats to create a protective, attractive surface with the desired gloss level.
What's Included
- Old wax and finish removal
- Deep scrubbing and neutralization
- Multiple coats of premium floor finish
- High-speed burnishing
- Slip-resistant finish options
- Floor sealant application
Frequently Asked Questions About Floor Stripping
How often should commercial floors be stripped and refinished?
Frequency depends on traffic and maintenance quality. High-traffic areas typically need stripping annually. Moderate traffic areas can go 18-24 months. Proper daily maintenance extends the time between strippings significantly.
How long does the stripping process take?
Most commercial spaces require 1-2 days for complete stripping and refinishing. Large facilities may take longer. Drying time between finish coats adds to the timeline. We work evenings and weekends to minimize business disruption.
How long before we can walk on the floors?
Light foot traffic is typically possible after 2-4 hours. Full cure for heavy traffic usually requires 24 hours. We recommend 72 hours before moving heavy furniture or equipment back onto freshly finished floors.
Will stripping damage my floors?
Professional stripping by trained technicians will not damage properly maintained flooring. The process is designed to remove finish, not floor material. However, floors with pre-existing damage or improper installation may reveal issues once stripped.
Can all types of hard floors be stripped?
Most commercial resilient flooring (VCT, linoleum, sheet vinyl) can be stripped. Some modern flooring like certain LVT has factory finishes that shouldn't be stripped. We assess your specific flooring during consultation to determine appropriate methods.
What's the difference between stripping and top-scrubbing?
Stripping removes all finish down to the bare floor surface. Top-scrubbing removes only the top layers of finish and soil, leaving some finish intact. Top-scrubbing is appropriate for floors in relatively good condition; stripping is needed for heavily worn or yellowed floors.
How many finish coats do you apply?
We typically apply 4-6 coats of high-quality commercial floor finish for optimal protection and appearance. The number of coats can be adjusted based on traffic expectations and your maintenance program.
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