You may want to clean off any furniture before bringing inside so your home stays clean.
Always use smaller and shorter strokes. Not only will these be more precise, but they also won’t make a mess in the process of sweeping. If possible, make small dirt piles, as you don’t want to try and move dirt too far around the room. Having many small piles will typically be more effective than trying to create one big pile. If something is really stuck to the concrete, try loosening it with a plastic scraper. If you have trouble reaching tight spaces with your broom, try using a vacuum with a hose attachment.
You can use your sponge on the balcony floor if you don’t have a mop. For more scrubbing power, use a stiff-bristled brush to scrub off the dirt. Always be mindful of anyone who has a balcony directly underneath yours since water running off could drip down and get their balcony dirty. Always wring out your mop or sponge before you start so there isn’t as much excess water.
You may need to try this 2–3 times to completely lift the stain.
For a little extra cleaning power, try sprinkling powdered laundry detergent on the stain after rinsing it off and scrubbing it with your brush again. Detergent that says it’s effective against food stains works the best.
Products like Organic Orange or Goof Off are good picks for degreasers.
You can buy calcium carbonate or talc powder from your local hardware store as well.
Since bleach could discolor your concrete, spot-test it in an inconspicuous area of your balcony before using it on the stains. Only use as much bleach solution as you need since the runoff could kill plants or flowers.
You may need to try 2 or 3 treatments for heavy rust stains.
Pressure washers aren’t the best choice if someone has a balcony underneath yours since the water will leak and spill down onto it. If you do plan on cleaning your balcony, let anyone who lives directly below you know so they can move their items.
Pressure washers aren’t the best choice if someone has a balcony underneath yours since the water will leak and spill down onto it. If you do plan on cleaning your balcony, let anyone who lives directly below you know so they can move their items.
If someone has an apartment below yours, then stick to using a mop and bucket. Wring out the mop before you use it so water doesn’t drip down to the lower balcony.
Read the instructions on the sealant thoroughly since brands may have different curing times.
