Several factors go into choosing the best cleaner for rubber floors. Review the specifics of the following cleaners in order to choose the best product for your rubber floors.

Facility Disinfectant

• Cleaner, disinfectant, detergent, deoderizer, virucide, fungicide, mildewstat
• Designed for human use facilities
• Specifically targets MRSA and other bacteria, viruses and fungus
• Simple and economical solution for keeping facilities clean and disinfected
• Ideal for gyms, stores, restaurants, hotels, offices and hospitals
• Clean Break Facility – Disinfectant Detergent (EPA Registration No. 1839-169)

Multi-Purpose Disinfectant

• Designed for the tough disinfecting challenges of animal facilities
• Disinfects and acts as a detergent, mildewstat, deodorant, antibacterial and virucide
• Concentrated and economical
• Effective against Canine Parvovirus, Canine Adenovirus, Canine Coronavirus, Canine Parainfluenza, Infectious Canine Hepatitis virus, Feline Rhinotracheitis, and Feline Infectious Peritonitis
• Clean Break Multi-Purpose Disinfectant – Detergent (EPA Registration No. 1839-100-82023)

Neutral pH Cleaner & Degreaser

• EPA Green Design for the Environment Seal
• Neutral pH, which is safe for human and animal use facilities
• Cleaner and degreaser ideal for day care centers, offices, restaurants, hospitals, gyms and other facilities
• Created with the aid of a chemist
• Mild to the touch, easy on surfaces and tough on cleaning

Depending on your facility, one cleaner may be better for your rubber floors than another. For example, if you run a doggy daycare, we would suggest the Multi-Purpose Disinfectant. For gyms, restaurants, hospitals and other human use facilities, you should go with either the Facility Disinfectant or the Neutral pH Cleaner.

Clean Break offers rubber floor cleaners that work on both porous and non-porous surfaces.

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A Quick Lesson on pH

In order to understand the importance of choosing a neutral pH cleaner, it’s essential to understand some of the science behind pH chemicals.

The pH scale ranges from 1 to 14 and measures a solution’s acidity or alkalinity. A pH of 7 is neutral, while numbers less than that are acidic and greater than are alkaline or basic. The human body is close to neutral at 7.4, which means neutral chemicals are a minimal risk for skin irritation. These are circumstances when a high or low pH cleaner should be used, but when it comes to human and animal facilities, a neutral pH cleaner is prefered.

The Benefits of a Neutral pH Cleaner

• Close to human pH, which minimizes risk of skin irritation
• Less likely to cause health effects and harm surfaces
• Safer for users and the environment
• Easy on surfaces, but tough on cleaning

Facilities that Can Benefit From a Neutral pH Cleaner

• Gyms, yoga studios, crossfit, health clubs
• Restaurants
• Hospitals
• Office spaces
• Day care centers
• Large or small animal facilities

Highly acidic cleaning products, such as those with a pH below 2, can prove to be corrosive and potentially damage materials they come into contact with. On the opposite end of the spectrum, a highly alkaline cleaner, with a pH of 12 or above, could also be corrosive and burn materials. Concerns over very high and very low ph cleaners include the health of the user and those who use the building. In addition to being corrosive, these cleaners can cause toxic fumes.

While it may be attractive to choose a cleaner with a high or low pH for advanced cleaning power, it could result in skin irritation for users and occupants. It’s important to choose a neutral pH cleaner in facilities used by humans and animals. Neutral pH cleaners are closer to the pH of the human body, which makes it better for our sensitive skin.  Call to learn more about the Neutral pH Cleaner & Degreaser from Clean Break.

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Bacteria and Diseases Associated with Gyms

• Staphylococcus
• Streptococcus viridans
• Diptheroids
• E. coli
• Candida
• Athlete’s Foot
• Human papillomavirus
• MRSA

Bacteria and diseases are transmitted by close physical contact and equipment sharing. Athletes can pick up these types of germs and skin diseases by using shared equipment at gyms and being in contact with rubber flooring and mats at gyms that haven’t been properly cleaned. Gyms are a breeding ground for skin diseases and bacteria, as sweat rolls off of bodies and onto the floor or absorbs into mats when doing pushups and situps.

Clean Gym Floors and Bust Bacteria

In an effort to provide members with clean gym floors and bust bacteria, it’s important to first use a sealant to help close up the pores in rubber flooring and mats. This makes gym floors easier to clean and disinfect. Next, use a broad spectrum cleaner that’s antibacterial, virucide, mildew-stat, deodorant and disinfecting. In choosing a product to clean gym floors, it’s important to make sure the disinfectant you choose won’t damage the flooring, mats or other surfaces.

If possible, when cleaning gym floors, use a product that specifically targets the diseases and bacteria associated with gyms, including MRSA. Disinfecting with this type of cleaner will help prevent the spread of bacteria and disease between your members and make for a happier, healthier facility.

Clean Break offers sealants, gym floor cleaners and multi-purposes cleaning systems all designed with the aim of preventing the spread of disease and bacteria.

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Gym Floor Stink

Crossfit gyms often choose rubber flooring and mats due to the slip resistance and durability. Due to the porous nature of these types of flooring, bacteria, as well as stinky human sweat absorb into the surfaces and stay there longer than they’re welcome.

Finding a crossfit gym floor cleaner to remove unpleasant odors doesn’t have to be difficult. Whether trying to get rid of the “new tire” smell associated with brand new rubber flooring or mats, or removing the stink that comes along with intense workouts and sweat, crossfit gym floor cleaner can be used to do the trick.

Crossfit Gym Floor Cleaner

The Facility Disinfectant from Clean Break has many characteristics that make a great crossfit gym floor cleaner, including:

• It’s both a detergent and a deodorant
• Effectively fights against all major bacteria and viruses, including MRSA
• Works on porous and non-porous surfaces
• Can be used in a variety of applications from a trigger sprayer to mop

The Facility Disinfectant helps remove toxic and caustic smells from rubber crossfit gym floors and mats, which makes for a more pleasant and sanitary workout environment. Applying this crossfit gym clean cleaner helps close up the pores in rubber flooring and mats where bacteria and smell can accumulate. Clean Break has a great smell and kills the unseen bacteria that cause odor.

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Cleaning Crossfit Gym Mats

1. Avoid adding loose dirt and chalk to the water and making mud by sweeping mats before applying a facility disinfectant
2. If using Clean Break’s Facility Disinfectant, apply the solution with a mop, sponge, hand pump, trigger sprayer or low-pressure coarse sprayer to wet all surfaces thoroughly
3. Allow plenty of time for the chemicals in a rubber mat disinfectant to soak into crossfit gym mats in order to effectively kill germs
4. After the allotted amount of time, scrub disinfected crossfit gym mats with water and then remove any excess liquid
5. Use the minimum amount of disinfectant when cleaning crossfit gym mats in order to prevent build-up of soaps and detergents on mats
6. Clean mats using a neutral facility disinfectant that won’t cause skin irritation
7. If applying using a mop, remember to change the water often to avoid spreading dirt, sweat and grime around
8. Use hot water when cleaning crossfit gym mats, as it’s more effective and dries more quickly
9. Open doors, turn on fans, both ceiling and floor. With adequate ventilation mats will dry quickly

Spend less time cleaning crossfit gym mats when you do it right the first time with an effective facility disinfectant. By providing your customers with clean crossfit gym mats, you’re proving to them that you want them to have the best experience possible. Protect your clientele from bacteria and fungus by thoroughly cleaning crossfit gym mats. Not only will they appreciate the safety aspect of clean mats, but also the scent, as no one wants to inhale body odor and sweat when doing pushups.

Maintain a clean facility with freshly disinfected and sanitized crossfit gym mats that your customers will appreciate. Learn more about the Facility Disinfectant from Clean Break when thinking about what to use to clean your crossfit gym mats.

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Benefits of Using Rubber Sealant on Athletic Club Gym Mats

From rubber mats in the weight room to yoga mats to anti-slip mats near the swimming pool and showers, athletic clubs have many different rubber mats. Athletic club rubber mats should be protected with a rubber sealant that bonds yet, allows them to maintain their flexibility. Benefits of using a rubber sealant include:

• Rubber mats are easier to clean and sanitize
• Water and chemical resistant
• Keeps out bacteria, fungus and viruses
• Allows mats to retain their flexibility
• Sealant is long-lasting, but can be recoated
• Saves time, money, hassle and unnecessary labor
• Prolongs performance and lifespan

Due to the deep pores and flexible surface of athletic club gym mats, this makes them the perfect candidate for rubber sealant. Rubber sealant can help prevent athletic club gym mats from becoming dull, dingy and difficult to clean. Rubber sealant for athletic club gym mats helps keep their flexibility while also making them more sanitary in an area where they are often coated with sweat, hair and skin cells.

Athletic clubs can be a breeding ground for bacteria, which is why it’s essential to use a rubber sealant when mats are new and a facility disinfectant to clean them during their lifespan. The combination of these two cleaners helps make for more health-friendly facilities and patrons.

Learn more about the Rubber Sealant from Clean Break and pair it with the Facility Disinfectant for the cleanest athletic club gym mats.

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Facility Disinfectant from Clean Break is a multi-purpose cleaner with versatile applications that can be used when cleaning gym floors, mats, equipment and surfaces.

Cleaning Gyms and Applying Facility Disinfectant

One of the greatest benefits to Clean Break’s Facility Disinfectant is the versatile application options. Cleaning gyms has never been more convenient than with Clean Break’s Facility Disinfectant.

• Trigger Sprayer – By applying the Facility Disinfectant with a trigger sprayer, patrons can use the solution to spray gym equipment before and after use, which helps prevent the transfer of infection.
• Mop – From the rubber floors in weight rooms to the hardwood floors of basketball courts, Facility Disinfectant can be applied using a mop to easily cover large surfaces. Facility Disinfectant is great for both porous and nonporous surfaces.
• Sponge or Towel – For more specific and targeted gym cleaning, Facility Disinfectant can be applied with a sponge or towel. The Clean Break technology makes it easy to keep your gyms clean and disinfected, from head to toe.

By cleaning gyms with a versatile facility disinfectant, you’re choosing health. Facility Disinfectant from Clean Break can be applied in a variety of ways on many different types of surfaces. Use Clean Break to disinfect gym floor surfaces including bathroom tile, locker rooms, tennis courts, basketball courts and more.

Clean Break offers cleaners and disinfectants in economical concentrates. Visit our online store to purchase Clean Breaks Facility Disinfectant, which is perfect for cleaning gyms.

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Commercial Applications for Flooring Sealer

There are many commercial and industrial applications that can benefit from the use of a flooring sealant, including:

• Gym and fitness flooring – From crossfit gyms to yoga studios to entire athletic clubs, using a flooring sealer like Clean Break’s Rubber Flooring & Mat Sealant makes it easier to clean surfaces, both porous and nonporous.
• Restaurant and kitchen floors – Commercial kitchen have to deal with a large amount of wear and tear, as well as the presence of food, sweat and grease. Using a flooring sealer helps prolong the performance of these high traffic surfaces.
• Doggy daycare – These types of facilities often feature rubber floors. Using a flooring sealant that’s safe for animals is essential in protecting the floors, as well as the dogs who may try to chew on it. Flooring sealant seals there types of porous surfaces to keep out bacteria, fungus and viruses
• Hospitals – Healthcare facilities, including hospitals, benefit from flooring sealer due to it’s long-lasting attributes and the fact that it’s water and chemical resistant. Hospitals are especially sensitive when it comes to preventing the spread of infection and bacteria. Flooring sealer makes hospital floors easy to clean and sanitize.

These are only a few examples of the many uses for flooring sealant. Commercial flooring in office buildings, restaurants, shopping malls, daycare facilities and many more should use a long lasting flooring sealant for protection and a long lifespan.

Learn more about Clean Break’s Rubber Flooring and Mat Sealant, which can be used on both porous and nonporous surfaces to extend lifespan.

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When working out in a gym or athletic club, patrons can do their part in preventing skin infections and the spread of disease by disinfecting equipment prior to and after each use. It would also be advised for gym members to bring their own mats for yoga and other workout classes in order to avoid interaction with possible infections in communal spaces.

Cleaning Gym Floors to Prevent Infection

Cleaning gym floors is an important step in preventing the spread of infection. Athletes and the everyday gym user are prone to fungal, viral and bacterial skin infections due to the environment. From sweat to open abrasions to direct or indirect contact with secretions from lesions, every gym user is threatened by a variety of skin problems each time they begin a workout.

Possible Skin Infections

• Athlete’s foot
• Ringworm
• Herpes simplex
• Impetigo
• MRSA

Skin infections are neither fun, or attractive, which amplifies the need for cleaning gym floors in order to prevent their spread.

While athletes can take initiative and prevent the spread of infection by cleaning equipment and avoiding direct contact with gym floors, it’s important for the athletic facility to do their part as well. Cleaning gym floors with a facility cleaner approved for human use is the first step a gym can take. Rubber floors in weight rooms, crossfit gyms, yoga studios and tennis courts should be cleaned regularly with an effective facility cleaner.

In order to prevent the spread of skin infection in gyms and athletic facility settings, learn more about Clean Break’s Facility Cleaner and Disinfectant.

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What is MRSA?

MRSA is form of the common staph infection, but is more difficult to treat. This form of bacterial infection is known for being resistant to many antibiotics. While some strains of MRSA can be milder and easier to treat, others aggressive and deadly.

Power Wash Locker Rooms and Gym Cleaning Protocol

In order to protect against the spread of MRSA, it’s important for gyms to use non-touch cleaning methods, such as mopping, spray bottles and power washing hoses. High traffic areas that are most susceptible to infection should be power washed and mopped regularly. Power wash locker rooms and gym floors with a human use facility cleaner. By washing these areas with high pressure and a cleaner designed to target MRSA and other types of bacteria and fungus, you can help protect your patrons.

Clean Break’s Facility Disinfectant

When you power wash locker rooms and gym floors with Clean Break’s Facility Disinfectant, you’re effectively killing MRSA. Clean Break’s Facility Disinfectant was specifically crafted to target and kill MRSA and other bacteria. Other advantages include:

• Cleaner, disinfectant, detergent, deoderizer, virucide, fungicide, mildewstat
• Economical concentrate
• Kills MRSA
• Neutral pH
• Versatile application

With an increase in MRSA infections at gyms and athletic facilities, it’s important to power wash locker rooms and regularly clean gym floors. Help prevent the spread of MRSA by adopting a strict cleaning regimen with Clean Break’s Facility Disinfectant.

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