How to Clean Dycem
Simple cleaning methods that integrate into facility SOPs.
How to Clean Dycem®
Cleaning Dycem is straightforward and fits easily into standard data center cleaning procedures. A Dycem surface may appear dirty between cleanings. That is often a sign that contaminants are being captured and held rather than redistributed. Routine daily cleaning helps restore performance without replacement or disruption.
For regular maintenance, use a clean flat mop with a neutral or mildly alkaline, low-foaming cleaning solution diluted according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Suitable products should clean effectively without leaving a heavy residue. Avoid waxes, polishes, solvent-based cleaners, abrasive chemicals, or products designed to leave a coating on the surface, as these may affect Dycem’s performance. Allow the surface to dry fully before normal traffic resumes.
Cleaning Instructions for Lite Mats
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For optimum performance, clean Dycem daily. Remove loose debris and ensure the floor is clean and dry before cleaning the mat.
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Using a flat microfiber mop, clean the exposed floor beneath the mat with slow, straight passes. Allow the floor to dry.
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Fold the mat back halfway and clean the underside with a damp flat mop or pre-moistened pad. Allow both surfaces to dry.
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Return the mat to its original position, ensuring it lies flat. Apply Dycem-approved cleaning agent to the mop or use a spray bottle to cover the surface.
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Using a flat mop, clean the mat with smooth, overlapping passes, working away from the controlled area.
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Replace the cleaning pad when required and dispose of it according to site procedures. Ensure the mat is clean and dry before resuming traffic.
Cleaning Instructions for Floating Mats
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For optimum performance, clean Dycem daily. Remove loose debris, then ensure the subfloor is clean and dry before cleaning the mat.
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Clean the subfloor, agitating with a flat mop, in a vertical direction, and remove excess residue/liquid. Repeat horizontally.
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Lift the mat and clean the underside with a 70/30 IPA wipe or approved cleaning solution. Allow it to dry before repositioning.
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Return the mat to its original position, ensuring it lies flat. Apply Dycem-approved cleaning agent to the flat mop or use a spray bottle/pre-saturated wipe to cover the surface.
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Using a flat mop, move it over the Dycem surface in a ‘S’-shaped motion lifting the retained particulates. Work away from the controlled area.
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Using a dry flat mop, repeat the ‘S’ motion to collect dirty liquid and dispose of per facility mandated SOPs. For heavily saturated mats, repeat cleaning steps 1-6 until the liquid removed is visibly clear.
Cleaning Instructions for Access Panels
Method 1: Pre-saturated Wipes
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For optimum performance, clean Dycem Access Panels daily.
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Clean using a pre-saturated wipe (isopropyl alcohol wipe - 70/30 IPA recommended).
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Apply pressure and wipe over the surface until dirt is removed. Allow to dry.
Method 2: Spray & Flat Mop
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Apply Dycem-approved cleaning agent to the flat mop or use a spray bottle to cover the surface.
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Using a flat mop, clean the surface, working away from the controlled area.
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Use a dry flat mop, wipe, or squeegee to pick up the excess liquid if necessary.
Cleaning Instructions for Fixed Solutions
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Clean Dycem mats once per day, or after each shift in high-traffic areas, to ensure optimal performance. Always use a Dycem approved cleaning solution to maintain the mat’s effectiveness.
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Using a spray bottle, mop, or pre-saturated wipe, apply the diluted cleaner to the entire mat ensuring complete coverage. For larger installations, complete all cleaning steps in sections.
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Using a squeegee system, such as a Vikan, agitate the surface of the mat to lift the retained particulates.
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Mats should be agitated in both a vertical and horizontal direction to ensure all contamination is lifted and removed. Start closest to the controlled area and work backwards.
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Continue to agitate with the squeegee in a horizontal direction, starting closest to the controlled space and working outward.
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Pull the dirty liquid to the edge of the mat surface using the squeegee. Collect with a sponge, mop, or cloth and dispose in accordance with facility mandated SOP's. For heavily saturated mats, repeat cleaning steps 1-6.
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When contamination control is critical, quality matters. Dycem solutions are manufactured under ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified processes to ensure consistent performance and long-term reliability. Compliance with REACH and California Proposition 65 reflects our commitment to quality, safety and environmental responsibility.
What Our Customers Say
After years of unsightly tacky mats, our new Dycem Floating Mats are a massive improvement both in practical terms and appearance. Cleaning takes less time than replacing a tacky mat, and we are very happy with them.
