One Day Hard Floor Surface ID & Maintenance Course

Description Welcome to our Surface ID & Maintenance Course Professional Training in Stone, Tile & Hard Floor Care The Surface ID & Maintenance Course equips cleaning professionals and floor care specialists with the knowledge and skills to correctly identify, test, clean, maintain, and protect a wide range of surfaces. Combining theory, live demonstrations, and hands-on practice, this course delivers practical confidence and recognised cross-certification. Delegates will leave with full certification, aftercare handover packs, and the ability to choose the right testing, products, and methods for every surface. What You’ll Learn Surface & Material Identification Correctly identify natural stone, man-made tile, grout, vinyl, LVT, and other hard surfaces. Understand porous vs non-porous materials and their vulnerabilities. Material Testing Carrying out correct on-site tests to identify surface type. Testing for porosity, coatings, and sealers already present. Using test results to determine the correct cleaning and maintenance procedure. The pH Scale & Chemical Knowledge How the pH scale applies to cleaning. Which chemicals are safe or unsafe for different materials. Where to use neutral, alkaline, or acidic cleaners. Damage vs Maintenance Recognising true damage (etching, deep scratching, staining) vs maintenance issues (soiling, grout discolouration, loss of sheen). When to maintain, when to restore. Diamond Polishing Fundamentals Introduction to diamond pads, resins, and polishing powders. How to restore gloss and clarity safely. Maintenance Techniques Cleaning and maintaining tiles, grout, stone, vinyl, and LVT. Hands-on demonstrations with machinery and pads. Developing effective daily and periodic maintenance programs. Sealing, Stripping & Polishing Choosing between impregnating, enhancing, or topical sealers. Stripping coatings safely back to the raw surface. Polishing and finishing techniques for a professional result. Tools & Machinery Recommended starter machines, wet vacuums, and accessories. Choosing diamond tooling for the correct surface and finish. Course Details Cross-Certification Included Investment: £165 VAT per person Certification & Takeaways ✔ Cross-Certification in Surface ID & Maintenance ✔ Handover packs & aftercare guides for clients ✔ Recommended machinery & product lists ✔ Safe and effective cleaning procedures Who Should Attend? This course is suitable for cleaners, restorers, FM teams, and anyone responsible for hard floor care. Price excludes VAT. Schools run from 9am-5pm and include lunch and refreshments, please advise if you have any dietary requirements, we are happy to cater for your needs. Training schools are held at our premises in Hertfordshire, SG8 7SL.  Need somewhere to stay?  Have a look at our list of local places to stay HERE. Please see our booking T&C’s here.   Like this:Like Loading...