The surface on which a tile floor is installed must be free of dust, wax, grease and other contaminants. Suitable surface preparation will help ensure the tiles bond well with the surface and will make your flooring easier to maintain. En la mayoría de los casos, solo necesita lavar a presión los pisos de concreto, pero algunas situaciones pueden requerir el uso de máquinas de acondicionamiento de superficies. Get the Job Done Right: How to Choose the Best Floor Scraper for Your Project.

Contaminants on the surface can cause adhesion problems, so proper cleaning and surface preparation is essential. The surface must be completely clean and free of dust, wax, grease and other contaminants. Los pisos epóxicos requieren un grosor mínimo de 1/8 in para lograr el máximo rendimiento.

Pressure washers can be used to clean concrete floors, but if the surface is in poor condition and has contaminants, you may need surface conditioning machines like floor scrubbers. Use surface conditioning machines like floor sanders and floor grinders to remove any existing coating on the concrete surface, such as paint, varnish or previous patching material. También puede usar lavadoras a presión o lavar las superficies con lijadoras de chorro de arena, que producen un efecto de lijado fino sin ruido ni contaminación por polvo. Get expert tips on choosing the right surface prep equipment.