One of the advantages of microcement is that the seamless surface is easy to maintain — there are no joints where dirt can collect. Still, a few simple principles are worth knowing if you want the surface to stay beautiful for years. The key role here belongs to the protective coating, which seals the microcement and protects it from moisture and wear.
Everyday care
– wipe the surface with a soft, damp cloth;
– use a mild, pH-neutral cleaning product;
– wipe up spills straight away so they don’t soak in.
That is all that is needed in most rooms. In the kitchen and bathroom you may clean more often, but the principle stays the same — gently and without aggressive products.
What to avoid?
To keep the protective layer intact, avoid:
– abrasive powders and the rough, scouring side of sponges;
– harsh chemicals — chlorine and acid-based products;
– standing water left on the surface for a long time.
Long-term care
The protective coating is not forever — it is a “wear layer” that breaks down over time, especially in damp and heavily used areas. Renewing it is a normal, planned procedure: the surface is cleaned and a new layer of protective coating is applied. That restores both the protection and the fresh look.
Room by room
In a bedroom or living room, where the surface is rarely touched, maintenance is minimal. In the kitchen and bathroom, where there is moisture and grease, the protective coating needs more attention and has to be renewed more often. The better you look after the protective layer, the longer the surface itself will last.
Protection starts with the right product
Virsmas izturība lielā mērā atkarīga no aizsargpārklājuma. Mira sistēmā to nodrošina 4720 Decor aizsargpārklājumsThe durability of the surface depends largely on the protective coating. In the Mira system this is provided by 4720 decor topcoating, which seals the microcement surface and makes it resistant to moisture and everyday use. It is this layer that lets microcement still look good many years after it was applied.
