From airports and schools to office buildings and retail spaces, facility flooring is constantly exposed to heavy foot traffic, equipment, spills, and routine cleaning. For facility managers, this often means rising floor maintenance costs, frequent disruptions, and inconsistent appearance across buildings.
High-performance floor coatings provide a smarter, long-term solution. When applied correctly, these systems help reduce floor maintenance labor, extend the life of existing flooring, and lower the total cost of ownership.
At DPM Surface Care, we help facility managers choose the right high-performance floor coating based on traffic levels, usage, and budget goals. Our three coating options, Acrylic Wax, Diamond Guard Plus, and Diamond Guard Ultra, are designed to meet a wide range of facility needs.
Why Floor Maintenance Costs Escalate in Commercial Facilities
Many commercial floor maintenance programs rely on traditional methods that require frequent intervention. Over time, this leads to:
- Repeated stripping and waxing cycles
- High labor and chemical costs
- Increased downtime in occupied facilities
- Premature wear of flooring surfaces
- Inconsistent floor appearance across buildings
For facility managers responsible for schools, office buildings, healthcare facilities, or retail environments, these recurring costs add up quickly. High-performance floor coatings reduce these challenges by creating a durable protective layer that simplifies ongoing floor care.
What Are High-Performance Floor Coatings?
High-performance floor coatings are advanced protective systems designed to withstand heavy traffic, aggressive cleaning, and daily operational demands. These coatings can be applied to many common commercial flooring surfaces and are selected based on performance requirements rather than appearance alone.
Key benefits include:
- Reduced floor maintenance frequency
- Increased resistance to wear, scuffing, and scratches
- Improved appearance retention
- Lower long-term maintenance costs
DPM Surface Care’s High-Performance Floor Coating Options
Acrylic Wax Floor Coatings
Acrylic wax remains a common solution in commercial floor maintenance programs and offers an affordable way to enhance appearance and provide basic surface protection.
Best for: Low-to-moderate traffic areas such as offices, classrooms, and administrative spaces.
Benefits for Facility Managers:
- Lower upfront cost
- Improves shine and floor appearance
- Acts as a sacrificial wear layer
Maintenance Consideration: Acrylic wax requires frequent reapplication and buffing, which can increase labor costs over time, especially in higher-traffic facilities.
Diamond Guard Plus Floor Coating
Diamond Guard Plus is a higher-performance alternative to traditional acrylic wax systems.
Best for: Moderate-to-high traffic environments such as schools, retail stores, healthcare facilities, and office corridors.
How Diamond Guard Plus Reduces Maintenance Costs:
- Greater durability than standard wax coatings
- Fewer stripping and re-coating cycles
- Improved resistance to scuffs and wear
- Maintains a consistent appearance with routine cleaning
This option is ideal for facility managers seeking a balance between performance, durability, and budget control.
Diamond Guard Ultra Floor Coating
Diamond Guard Ultra is DPM’s most durable high-performance floor coating system.
Best for: High-traffic commercial and institutional facilities including airports, schools, healthcare facilities, and large office buildings.
Benefits for High-Demand Facilities:
- Extremely long-lasting protection
- Significantly reduces or eliminates stripping cycles
- Minimal ongoing maintenance requirements
- Lower total cost of ownership over time
Although the upfront investment is higher, Diamond Guard Ultra often delivers the greatest long-term savings for facilities with demanding operational needs.
Choosing the Right Floor Coating for Your Facility
For facility managers, the goal isn’t just a clean floor, it’s a predictable, cost-effective maintenance program. The right high-performance floor coating can help:
- Reduce floor maintenance labor hours
- Lower chemical and equipment usage
- Extend the lifespan of existing flooring
- Improve safety and appearance across facilities
Our High-Performance Floor Comparison Chart:
At DPM Surface Care, we evaluate traffic patterns, floor conditions, and operational demands to recommend the best coating system, Acrylic Wax, Diamond Guard Plus, or Diamond Guard Ultra, for your facility.
Reduce Floor Maintenance Costs with a Smarter Coating Strategy
If your facility is struggling with rising floor maintenance costs, frequent stripping cycles, or inconsistent appearance, a high-performance floor coating may be the solution. DPM Surface Care partners with facility managers to implement coating systems that reduce maintenance, improve durability, and support long-term budget planning.
Contact DPM Surface Care today to schedule a free site visit and find the right high-performance floor coating for your facility.
