CreteClean Plus with Scar Guard is a concentrated cleaner and conditioner for densified and densified-polished concrete, terrazzo, and most hard surface floors other than natural wood. Its proprietary Polar Micelle Technology pulls contaminants out and up from the concrete, holding them in suspension for efficient cleaning. With regular use, it helps maintain sheen, reduce the visibility of minor scratches and blemishes, decrease porosity, and support stronger, harder concrete surfaces. Also available as CreteClean Plus – Single Dose, an easy-to-dose option for mop buckets, cleaning tanks, and janitorial equipment.
CreteClean Plus with Scar Guard
Concrete Floor Cleaner
Sizes:
1 gal, 5 gal, 55 gal
Coverage Rates:
64,000 ft²/gal (1,571 m²/L)
Dilution Ratio:
1 oz/gal (7.8 mL/L)
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Cleans & Conditions
Cleans and conditions densified concrete, densified-polished concprete, and most hard surface floors other than natural wood.
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Maintains Floor Sheen
Regular use helps maintain the sheen of densified concrete surfaces and supports a cleaner, brighter appearance.
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Reduces Minor Scratch Visibility
Scar Guard helps decrease the visibility of minor scratches and blemishes over time with regular maintenance.
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Performance Enhancing Cleaner
Goes beyond ordinary detergent by helping decrease porosity in densified and polished concrete surfaces, supporting a stronger, harder floor over time.
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NSF Certified
Approved for use in institutional, industrial, and food handling establishments when used according to instructions.
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Single Dose Convenience
Single Dose bottles eliminate measuring and guessing while helping prevent over- or under-dosing.
Read all instructions and SDS information before use.
Use appropriate safety equipment. Always test floor surface for suitability and desired results before overall application. Evaluate vapor transmission, or other potential concerns. Let surface dry thoroughly before inspection and approval.
Preparation
- Protect people, vehicles, property, plants and all surfaces not meant for treatment from product, residue, splashes, fumes and wind drift. Use polyethylene or other proven protective materials. Ensure fresh air entry and cross ventilation during application and drying.
- Remove any dirt, oil, grease, paint, waxes, efflorescence and surface sealers before application. For best results, clean the floor with CreteClean Plus with Scar Guard™ using an auto scrubber with blue or black pads, or a mop and bucket. RetroGuard can be applied 28 days after placement of the concrete.
- Surface & Air Temperature: Temperature should be between 40–80°F (4–26°C). RetroGuard applies, dries and cures more evenly on a cool floor. Avoid applying in direct sunlight. Use only in well-ventilated areas.
- Freezing: If there is any concern RetroGuard has been frozen at any point in time, the following steps will help ensure it is usable. Set the RetroGuard pail(s) in a warm water bath (72–76°F / 22–24°C) and allow the product to warm completely. Do not shock the product with extreme heat. When warm, remove the lid and stir the product with a large paint stir stick. Stir back and forth, in multiple directions, making sure to scrape the pail sides and bottom. This does not require high speed stirring with a mixing bit, or shaking, as this produces foam and adds air bubbles to the product.
- Equipment: Pump-up sprayer with adjustable conical tip (approximately 0.5 gpm), microfiber pad, propane burnisher with soft burnishing pad or diamond impregnated pad, and appropriate safety equipment.
- Coverage: On densified and densified-polished surfaces: approximately 1,500–2,000 ft²/gal (37–50 m²/L). Coverage rates vary with concrete porosity and level of polish. Suitability of the product for the floor in question must be determined by the applicator.
Standard Application Procedure
- RetroGuard is engineered as a ready-to-use formula and is shipped full strength. Do not dilute. Dilution may reduce the product’s ability to provide full stain and etch protection. Stir or mix well before use, but do not shake as shaking produces foam.
- Clean the floor with CreteClean Plus with Scar Guard™ using an auto scrubber with blue or black pads, or a mop and bucket. Application can begin once the floor is damp to the touch or completely dry.
- Fill the pump-up sprayer with RetroGuard. Spray/dampen the microfiber pad with RetroGuard so it can more easily move the product across the floor. Ensure that the microfiber pad is not too saturated or dry.
- Note: While straining is not typically necessary, extended exposure to air may cause RetroGuard to clump or become stringy. If this occurs, strain with a paint strainer to prevent sprayer clogging. Always reseal the container after use to maintain product quality.
- Apply RetroGuard using a pump-up sprayer, covering a wide area 4–5 ft (1.2–1.5 m) deep. Start at one edge of the floor and work backwards, away from wet product. Work in sections small enough to avoid stepping on freshly applied material, as this can cause shoes to become tacky and leave footprint ghosting once dry.
- Spread RetroGuard evenly with a damp microfiber pad, using a figure-eight motion to work the product into the floor. Make overlapping passes, and maintain a wet edge for a uniform appearance. If the microfiber pad begins to drag or feel tacky, rinse with water, wring out, and continue using the same pad.
- Following application, allow RetroGuard to dry for approximately 50–60 minutes. Burnish with a high-speed propane burnisher at 3/4 speed (approximately 1500 RPM) using a soft burnishing pad or diamond impregnated burnishing pad. Burnishing is not required to cure the product, but it does enhance the floor’s sheen.
- After application, rinse and flush all equipment thoroughly with clean water. Floors treated with RetroGuard may be opened to traffic after 12 hours under typical interior conditions. Protect the surface from standing or puddled water, or other liquids, for at least 48 hours.
Maintenance
- Do not use acidic cleaners or products containing sulfates or hydroxides.
- For best results, use CreteClean Plus with Scar Guard™ in auto scrubbers or mop buckets.
- Keep floors free of dirt and debris, and clean up spills promptly.
What makes CreteClean Plus with Scar Guard different from a standard floor cleaner?
It is formulated specifically for concrete, including densified and densified-polished concrete. Its cleaning technology helps lift and suspend dirt, oil, and grit so they can be removed instead of being left behind to dull the floor’s appearance. Regular use also helps maintain sheen and reduce the visual impact of minor scratches and blemishes over time.
What surfaces can CreteClean Plus be used on?
CreteClean Plus is designed for regular concrete, densified concrete, and densified-polished concrete. It can also be used on most other hard-surface floors, including painted floors, but it is not for natural wood.
Why isn’t a neutral-pH cleaner always the best choice for concrete?
Concrete is naturally sensitive to improper chemistry. CreteClean Plus is formulated to a 9-10 pH range when diluted for use, a range compatible with cured concrete while providing effective cleaning. The goal is to clean away soil without relying on harsh acids or overly aggressive cleaners that can contribute to etching, staining, or dullness.
How do I dilute and apply CreteClean Plus?
For general cleaning, dilute standard CreteClean Plus at 1 oz. per gallon of water. Apply with a cotton mop, automatic scrubber, or appropriate floor-cleaning equipment; remove excess solution and allow the floor to air-dry. Always add product after filling the tank or bucket with water to minimize foaming.
What is the difference between CreteClean Plus and CreteClean Plus Single Dose?
Both deliver the same concrete-cleaning and Scar Guard benefits. Single Dose is the convenient, pre-measured format: it removes measuring and guesswork, helps prevent over- or under-dosing, and makes usage and inventory easier to manage across multiple operators.
Can CreteClean Plus help with scratches, scuffs, and loss of sheen?
Scar Guard is a proprietary additive that works with the floor through regular cleaning. Over time, it can help reduce the visual impact of minor scratches and blemishes, support sheen retention, and complement burnishing or diamond-pad maintenance. It will not erase deep damage or replace repair work.
Single Dose Resources
CreteClean Plus with Scar Guard - Single Dose
Single Dose offers the same cleaning and conditioning benefits in a smaller, pre-measured option. It helps reduce guesswork, supports consistent dilution, and makes it easy for teams to dose mop buckets, tanks, and janitorial equipment.
Sizes:
12 oz Bottle, Box of 12, Case of 48
Coverage Rates:
15,000 ft²/bottle (1,394 m²/bottle)
Dilution Ratio:
Mop & Bucket: Add 1.2 oz to 3 gal water
Auto Scrubber: Add 6 oz to 15 gal water tank
Large Auto Scrubber: Add 12 oz to 30 gal water tank
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