How do I remove grease stains from concrete floors in Nairobi?

Grease stains on concrete floors — from vehicles, machinery, or cooking in open-plan kitchen areas — penetrate porous concrete quickly and require prompt treatment.

For Fresh Grease Spills

1. Sprinkle cat litter, sawdust, or cornflour generously over the spill immediately — these absorb grease before it soaks in
2. Leave for 15–30 minutes then sweep up completely
3. Apply dish soap or a degreaser solution; scrub with a stiff brush
4. Rinse with water and repeat if needed

For Set Grease Stains

• Apply a commercial concrete degreaser (available at Nairobi hardware stores)
• Wet the stain with water first to open the concrete pores
• Apply degreaser, agitate with a stiff brush, leave 15–30 minutes
• Scrub vigorously and rinse thoroughly
• Repeat applications may be needed for deeply penetrated stains

For Very Stubborn or Old Stains

• Poultice method: mix an absorbent powder (talcum powder, kaolin) with a solvent into a paste; apply thick layer, cover with plastic, leave 24 hours; the poultice draws the grease up as it dries
• High-pressure washing after degreaser treatment

Prevention

Seal concrete floors with a penetrating concrete sealer — this creates a barrier that prevents future stains from penetrating and makes cleaning far easier.

For professional concrete floor degreasing and sealing in Nairobi, call 0709004600 or visit bestcarecleaning.co.ke.