14 Oct Stonhard floor cleaning solutions in Saudi Arabia. SolidDrops is the authorized supplier of Stonkleen products for industrial, healthcare, and food service facilities. Expert floor maintenance solutions.
SolidDrops
Authorized Stonhard Supplier in Saudi Arabia
Professional Stonhard Floor Cleaning Solutions in Saudi Arabia
Industry-Leading Stonkleen Products for Industrial, Healthcare, and Food Service Facilities
Cleaning Your Stonhard Floors: Expert Solutions for Every Industry
Stonhard's Stonkleen products represent over a century of expertise in industrial flooring solutions. Since 1922, Stonhard has been the trusted name in high-performance flooring systems, and their Stonkleen cleaning line continues this legacy of excellence. These specialized cleaning products are scientifically formulated to safely and effectively oxidize, degrease, and remove stubborn stains inherent to your specific facility floors, while preserving the integrity and finish of your flooring investment.
As the authorized supplier of Stonhard products in Saudi Arabia, SolidDrops brings decades of combined industry experience to help facilities across the Kingdom maintain optimal floor performance. Whether you operate an industrial manufacturing plant, a healthcare facility, or a food service establishment, proper floor maintenance is critical for safety, hygiene, and operational efficiency.
This comprehensive guide provides step-by-step cleaning procedures based on Stonhard's official recommendations. Our expertise serving Saudi Arabian facilities across multiple sectors ensures you receive not just products, but proven maintenance solutions tailored to the unique challenges of your environment—from the extreme temperatures of industrial warehouses to the stringent hygiene requirements of healthcare settings.
Why Stonkleen Products Stand Above the Competition
✓ Safe & Environmentally Responsible
All Stonkleen products are formulated with safety as a priority, with environmentally sensitive options like the green-certified Stonkleen DG2. These products meet international environmental standards while delivering powerful cleaning performance—critical for facilities operating under ISO certifications and environmental compliance requirements in Saudi Arabia.
✓ Industry-Specific Formulations
Each product is engineered to address the unique challenges of specific industries. From the heavy petroleum contamination in manufacturing facilities to the biofilm buildup in food processing plants and the disinfectant residue in healthcare environments, Stonkleen products target your exact cleaning needs with scientific precision.
✓ User-Friendly Application
Stonkleen products are designed for ease of use across various application methods—from simple mop-and-bucket applications to advanced ride-on scrubbers. Clear dilution ratios and straightforward procedures mean your maintenance staff can achieve professional results consistently, reducing training time and improving operational efficiency.
✓ Customized Maintenance Programs
Beyond products, SolidDrops offers tailored maintenance programs developed from years of experience with Saudi Arabian facilities. We provide ongoing support, training, and consultation to optimize your cleaning protocols, extending floor life and reducing long-term maintenance costs.
Options for Cleaning Stonhard Floors: Selecting the Right Equipment
Effective floor maintenance begins with appropriate equipment selection. Based on facility size, floor condition, and operational constraints, different cleaning equipment offers distinct advantages. Stonhard recommends specific equipment types and configurations to maximize cleaning effectiveness while protecting your floor investment.
Professional Floor Cleaning Equipment Options
Ride-On Floor Scrubber
Best For: Very large areas (warehouses, manufacturing facilities, large retail spaces)
Advantages: Maximum productivity, operator comfort, consistent pressure application
Recommended Use: Facilities over 5,000 square meters where efficiency and coverage are paramount
Advanced Convertamatic 24 Scrubber or Equivalent
Key Features:
- 20-gallon solution and recovery tanks for extended operation
- Optional on-board chemical dispensing system for precise dilution
- One-touch scrubbing and programmable controls for safety and consistency
- Must use soft nylon brush attachments (white nylon brush for most manufacturers)
- Always start with the lightest brush pressure to prevent floor damage
Expert Recommendation: This is our most recommended option for medium to large facilities, offering the ideal balance of ease-of-use, effectiveness, and floor protection.
Side-to-Side Floor Scrubber (20-inch)
Configuration: Equipped with nylon brush head attachment (mandatory)
Important Note: When used with degreasers, a secondary extraction method is required (shop vacuum or rubber squeegee) for complete product removal and final rinse
Best For: Smaller facilities or areas with moderate soiling
Manual Cleaning Tools
Essential Equipment: Soft nylon deck brushes and hand brushes
Applications:
- Spot cleaning of localized stains
- Corners and perimeter areas inaccessible to machines
- Around equipment and obstacles
- Detail work in high-visibility areas
Note: If deck brushes are used with degreasers, secondary extraction method required
⚠️ Critical Equipment Usage Guidelines
- Pre-Cleaning Requirement: Loose debris must be completely removed prior to using mechanical scrubbers to prevent scratching and equipment damage
- Equipment Maintenance: All equipment must be maintained in good working order. This includes regular inspection and replacement of squeegees, brushes, wheels, and mechanical components. Worn equipment reduces cleaning effectiveness and can damage floors
- Brush Inspection: Before each use, inspect brushes for embedded foreign debris and wear. Replace brushes showing significant wear or contamination
- Critical Operating Procedure: The floor surface must be wet (utilizing water dispensing) before engaging the machine's brushes. Starting brushes on a dry floor will cause scratches and swirl marks in the floor finish—this is the most common cause of preventable floor damage
Recommended Maintenance Schedule: Professional Cleaning Protocols
Daily Maintenance: Stonkleen DG2
Product Profile: Green-certified, no-rinse everyday cleaner with no volatile organic compounds (VOCs)
Applications: Can be used with traditional mop and bucket systems, as well as in ride-on or walk-behind floor scrubbers
Industries: Ideal for public facilities, retail spaces, offices, light manufacturing, and any environment requiring daily cleaning with minimal environmental impact
Expert Insight: Daily maintenance with Stonkleen DG2 prevents soil buildup that requires aggressive weekly cleaning. This proactive approach extends floor life and reduces long-term maintenance costs by up to 40% based on our experience with Saudi facilities.
Weekly Maintenance: Heavy-Duty Degreasing
Stonkleen TD9 - Industrial Environments
Primary Function: Heavy-duty degreaser and tire mark remover specifically formulated for industrial environments
Target Contaminants:
- Tire marks from forklifts, pallet jacks, and industrial vehicles
- Petroleum oils and lubricants
- Metal oxides and manufacturing residues
- Heavy carbon deposits
Industries: Manufacturing facilities, warehouses, logistics centers, automotive service centers, and any industrial environment with vehicular traffic
Stonkleen FS9 - Food Service Environments
Primary Function: Heavy-duty enzyme degreaser targeting organic compounds
Target Contaminants:
- Fats, oils, and greases (FOG) from food preparation
- Organic protein deposits
- Biological residues and biofilm
- Food processing byproducts
Industries: Commercial kitchens, restaurants, food processing facilities, catering operations, and food manufacturing plants
Application Instructions for Weekly Maintenance
⚠️ Critical: Proper dilution of both products is essential for maximum performance and economy. Over-concentration wastes product and can leave residues; under-dilution reduces effectiveness.
For Ride-On and Walk-Behind Floor Scrubbers:
- First Pass: Apply diluted cleaning solution with vacuum and squeegee turned OFF. This allows the product to penetrate and begin breaking down contaminants. Allow 2-4 minutes of dwell time for optimal chemical action
- Second Pass: Engage brushes, squeegee, and vacuum. Scrub and extract, removing loosened contaminants and cleaning solution
- Third Pass: Fill tank with only clean water. Scrub and extract using squeegee and vacuum, ensuring thorough rinsing. This step is critical—residual cleaning product can create slip hazards and attract dirt
For Side-to-Side Floor Buffers:
If using a side-to-side buffer, a secondary method of extraction is required after each pass. Use a shop vacuum or rubber squeegee to remove solution before proceeding to the next step.
Deep Cleaning for Healthcare Environments: Specialized Protocols
Healthcare facilities face unique flooring challenges. Stringent infection control protocols require frequent application of sanitizing and disinfecting agents that, while necessary for patient safety, gradually build up on floor surfaces. This accumulation creates dull, sticky floors that compromise both appearance and safety. Stonhard's healthcare-specific solutions address these challenges with precision-formulated products.
Stonkleen AS9 - Healthcare Floor Finish Stripper
Primary Function: Removes sanitizing and disinfecting films and residues left behind by health code compliance protocols
Problem Solved: Over time, repeated applications of disinfectants create heavy buildup that dulls floor appearance, creates slip hazards, and harbors bacteria in the residue layers. Stonkleen AS9 effectively reliquifies and removes these accumulated layers
Recommended Frequency: Monthly deep cleaning for high-traffic areas, quarterly for moderate-traffic zones
Healthcare Facilities: Hospitals, clinics, surgical centers, dental offices, long-term care facilities, and any medical environment with regular disinfection protocols
Application Instructions for Healthcare Deep Cleaning
Critical Reminder: Proper dilution is essential for maximum performance and economy. Refer to product label and technical data sheets for exact dilution ratios.
Step-by-Step Procedure:
- Application: Apply diluted product to floor using mop and bucket, ensuring even coverage
- Dwell Time: Allow 2-4 minutes for product to penetrate, depending on the amount of residue or film present. Heavier buildup requires longer dwell time
- First Machine Pass: Using ride-on or walk-behind scrubber, scrub and extract using vacuum and squeegee engaged. Remove loosened finish and contamination
- Second Machine Pass: Refill tank with clean water only. Scrub and extract using squeegee and vacuum, ensuring thorough rinsing of all residual product
For Side-to-Side Buffers: Secondary extraction method required. Use shop vacuum or squeegee after each pass.
Post-Cleaning Verification: After cleaning and rinsing, floor should feel clean, not sticky or slippery. Any residual tackiness indicates insufficient rinsing—repeat final rinse pass.
Heavily Soiled Spot Removal: Targeted Solutions for Stubborn Stains
Even with regular maintenance, facilities encounter localized heavy soiling that requires immediate attention. From surgical stains in operating rooms to tire scuffs in loading docks, these concentrated contaminants demand stronger solutions and focused application techniques. Stonhard's spot removal products are formulated for these challenging situations.
Stonkleen SR9 - Professional Spot Lifter (Healthcare)
Application: Used at full strength (no dilution)
Primary Use: Removal of Betadine and other stubborn stains commonly found in healthcare environments
Target Stains:
- Betadine and iodine-based antiseptics
- Blood and biological stains
- Medication spills
- Other healthcare-specific stubborn stains
Professional Insight: Betadine stains are notoriously difficult to remove with conventional cleaners. Stonkleen SR9's specialized formulation breaks down the molecular structure of iodine-based stains, preventing permanent discoloration.
Stonkleen TD9 - Heavy-Duty Spot Treatment (Industrial)
Application: Used at 50% dilution ratio with water for spot treatment
Primary Use: Removal of tire marks and petrochemical contamination
Target Stains:
- Tire marks from forklifts, pallet jacks, and industrial vehicles
- Petroleum-based oils and lubricants
- Hydraulic fluid spills
- Heavy grease deposits
- Carbon and soot accumulation
Professional Insight: Tire marks contain vulcanized rubber compounds that bond strongly with floor surfaces. The concentrated formula of Stonkleen TD9 at 50% strength provides the chemical action necessary to break these bonds without damaging the floor finish.
Stonkleen MD9 - Mineral Deposit Remover (Food Service)
Application: Used at 50% dilution ratio with water for spot treatment
Primary Use: Hard water mineral deposits in food service areas
Target Deposits:
- Calcium and lime scale buildup
- Hard water mineral deposits
- White chalky residues from water evaporation
- Mineral accumulation around drains and wet areas
Professional Insight: Saudi Arabia's water hardness varies significantly by region, with some areas experiencing severe mineral buildup. Regular treatment with Stonkleen MD9 prevents permanent etching and discoloration from mineral deposits.
Universal Spot Removal Application Instructions
Procedure for All Spot Removal Products:
- Apply Product: Apply appropriate product (full strength for SR9, 50% dilution for TD9 and MD9) directly to stains, tire marks, or scuff marks
- Dwell Time: Allow product to penetrate for 30 seconds to one minute while scrubbing intermittently with soft nylon deck or hand brush. Avoid allowing product to dry on surface
- Agitation: Continue gentle agitation with brush to work product into stain. For particularly stubborn stains, repeat application may be necessary
- Extraction: Extract loosened contaminants with clean, absorbent cloth or by mechanical means (wet vacuum, squeegee)
- Rinse Thoroughly: Rinse area completely with clean water and wipe clean with absorbent cloth. This step is critical—residual cleaner can create slip hazards
- Inspection: Verify complete stain removal. If any residual staining remains, repeat procedure
⚠️ Important Safety Note: Always test spot removal products in an inconspicuous area first when treating new or unknown stain types. While Stonkleen products are formulated for safety, concentrated applications may affect some specialty floor finishes.
Complete Stonkleen Product Line: Solutions for Every Application
Stonhard offers a comprehensive range of Stonkleen products, each scientifically formulated to address specific cleaning challenges across different industries. As the authorized supplier in Saudi Arabia, SolidDrops maintains complete inventory of all Stonkleen products to ensure you have the right solution when you need it.
For detailed technical specifications, dilution ratios, and safety data sheets, visit: www.stonhard.com/products/stonkleen/
Stonkleen FS9
Enzyme Degreaser
Heavy-duty cleaner specifically formulated to remove fats and oils found in food service and food processing environments. Enzymatic action breaks down organic compounds at the molecular level.
Ideal For: Commercial kitchens, restaurants, food manufacturing, processing facilities
Stonkleen MD9
Hard Water Cleaner
Effectively removes hard water mineral deposits found in food service and processing environments. Specialized formulation dissolves calcium, lime, and other mineral buildups without damaging floor surfaces.
Ideal For: Areas with hard water, food service facilities, wet processing areas
Stonkleen TD9
Floor Cleaner for Tire Marks & Hard Residue
Industrial-strength formula removes tire marks, petroleum oils, and metal oxides found in manufacturing environments. The workhorse product for heavy industrial cleaning.
Ideal For: Warehouses, manufacturing facilities, distribution centers, automotive facilities
Stonkleen SR9
Professional Spot Lifter
Removes tough spots and stains, including grease, food, and Betadine commonly found in healthcare facilities. Full-strength formula provides maximum stain-fighting power.
Ideal For: Hospitals, clinics, operating rooms, emergency departments
Stonkleen DG2
Green General Purpose Cleaner
Green certified with no VOCs. Effective daily cleaner for removing oils and greases found in public facilities. Environmentally responsible without compromising cleaning performance.
Ideal For: Daily maintenance in all facility types, especially those with environmental certifications
Stonkleen NC9
Neutral Floor Cleaner
pH-balanced formula used to efficiently clean and maintain acrylic finishes without dulling or stripping. Gentle yet effective for finished floors.
Ideal For: Facilities with acrylic floor finishes, retail spaces, public areas
Stonkleen AS9
Daily Floor Stripper
Floor finish stripper and reliquifier designed to effectively remove aged, spray-buffed, and multiple layers of floor finish. Specifically formulated for healthcare disinfectant residue removal.
Ideal For: Healthcare facilities with heavy disinfection protocols, restoration projects
⚠️ Safety First: Personal Protection Equipment Requirements
For your safety and the safety of your maintenance staff, all required personal protection equipment should be used when operating machinery or handling chemicals. This includes:
- Chemical-resistant gloves when handling concentrated or diluted cleaning products
- Safety glasses or face shields to protect against splashes
- Slip-resistant footwear when working in wet areas
- Appropriate respiratory protection when using products in enclosed areas
- Long sleeves and protective clothing as recommended on product labels
Always review Safety Data Sheets (SDS) before using any chemical product. SolidDrops provides complete SDS documentation with all product shipments.
Why Choose SolidDrops as Your Stonhard Partner in Saudi Arabia
✓ Authorized Supplier Status
As Stonhard's authorized supplier in Saudi Arabia, we guarantee authentic products, full manufacturer warranties, and access to the complete Stonkleen product line. Our direct relationship with Stonhard ensures you receive genuine products with full technical support.
✓ Local Expertise
We understand the unique challenges of maintaining floors in Saudi Arabia's climate and across diverse industries. Our team has practical experience implementing Stonhard solutions in facilities throughout the Kingdom, from Riyadh to Jeddah to Dammam.
✓ Technical Support
Beyond product supply, we provide comprehensive technical support including on-site assessments, customized maintenance protocol development, staff training, and ongoing consultation. Our experts help you optimize cleaning procedures for maximum effectiveness and economy.
✓ Reliable Inventory
We maintain substantial local inventory of all Stonkleen products to ensure immediate availability. No waiting for international shipping—we deliver when you need it, keeping your operations running smoothly.
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