Do NeverStrip Micron Sealers™ Eliminate Stripping?
A Modern Floor Care Alternative for Facilities That Need Better Results With Less Labor
If you manage floors in a busy facility, you already know the problem:
Traditional “strip and wax” style programs can deliver a short-term appearance boost, but they also lock you into a cycle of labor, downtime, chemical handling, and disruption.
So the question comes up a lot:
Do Micron Sealers eliminate stripping?
For many facilities, the answer is yes, in the normal life cycle, Micron Sealers can eliminate the need for stripping and replace it with a simpler, more sustainable maintenance approach.
This blog explains what that actually means in real-world operations, what replaces stripping, and how a Micron Sealer system is maintained over time.
Why do floors get stripped in the first place?
Stripping is typically used when a facility relies on a traditional finish system that:
Builds up layers over time
Collects visible wear in the finish itself
Becomes uneven, dull, or discolored
Can’t be restored without removing accumulated layers
When the floor’s appearance declines, the “reset button” is stripping, followed by multiple new applications. That approach is time-consuming and labor-heavy, and it is increasingly difficult to sustain with tighter maintenance windows and fewer trained floor care staff.
What changes with NeverStrip Micron Sealers?
NeverStrip Micron Sealers are designed to protect floors using a micron-thin, largely inorganic, more dense, non yellowing, water-based system rather than a thick, built-up finish cycle. Micron Sealers do not yellow and the more dense surface does not allow soil to penetrate into the film. Therefore, the two core reasons floor finish has to be removed or stripped (yellowing and soil getting deep and not reachable with cleaning) are no longer happening with the Micron Sealers.
Micron Sealers are used on essentially all non-carpet flooring types, and they are commonly selected for three practical reasons:
Lower floor care costs
Superb performance with easier cleaning and care
An enriched, consistent appearance
NeverStrip Micron Sealers are designed so that stripping is not part of the normal maintenance cycle.
So what replaces stripping?
Instead of stripping, a Micron Sealer program is typically maintained using a combination of:
1) Routine cleaning
The goal is to remove soil consistently so it does not become embedded, while keeping the surface looking uniform, which is easier to do because soil stays on the surface due to the Micron Sealers' more dense/harder surface. (Your cleaning method depends on floor type and environment, which is why NeverStrip provides instructional overviews by category, such as Resilient, Ceramic/Porcelain, and Stone/Terrazzo/Concrete.)
2) Periodic “refresh” steps when the floor needs it
When floors begin to look dull or show wear, the solution does not have to be a strip-and-rebuild cycle. A refresh approach is often enough.
Depending on the surface and situation, facilities may:
Use an in-the-field refresh process (often with diamond pads and routine floor equipment)
Add additional applications as needed to renew protection
Restore appearance without returning to stripping cycles
This is the operational shift many teams care about most: maintenance becomes repeatable and manageable, instead of a major disruptive event.
What does “eliminate stripping” really mean?
In plain terms, it means:
You are not planning for stripping as a normal part of the program
The system is designed to be maintained and renewed without stripping
Your long-term floor care plan becomes lighter on labor, chemicals, and downtime
That said, there is a difference between:
“Stripping is not required in the normal lifecycle,” and
“Removal is impossible under any circumstance.”
If a facility ever wants to remove a sealer system for a special reason (change of program, renovations, unusual contamination, etc.), it is typically addressed as a specific project. The key point is that it is not meant to be an ongoing cycle.
Why facilities care about moving away from stripping
Most people don’t search for “strip and wax” because they love floor chemistry. They search because they are trying to solve operational problems.
Here are the most common reasons teams look for an alternative:
Less labor, fewer headaches
Stripping is labor intensive. Many facilities simply do not have staff available or willing to do it consistently. A modern floor protection program reduces reliance on large-scale restoration cycles.
Less downtime and disruption
Stripping typically means blocked-off areas, strong odors, wet floors, and time buffers. A Micron Sealer system is designed around faster return-to-service expectations.
More consistent appearance over time
When stripping becomes “once a year if we can,” floors often look worn for months. A refreshable approach supports a more consistent appearance without waiting for a major reset.
Better long-term cost control
Facilities often focus on product cost, but the real expense is labor and disruption. Micron Sealer programs are commonly positioned around lower lifecycle costs compared to conventional practices.
What types of facilities benefit most?
A Micron Sealer approach is especially useful where floors experience:
Heavy foot and cart traffic
Limited maintenance windows
Frequent public visibility (lobbies, corridors, retail spaces)
Reduced staffing or outsourced maintenance constraints
Pressure to reduce
Pressure to reduce harsh chemical use
If your team is already asking, “How can we stop stripping?” that’s usually a signal that the current program is not sustainable.
Common questions people ask
Do Micron Sealers replace wax?
In many resilient flooring environments, Micron Sealers are positioned as a replacement for traditional wax or finish programs, especially where stripping is part of the routine cycle.
What if my floors are already dull or scratched?
Many facilities look at a Micron Sealer system specifically to improve cleanability and restore appearance (dull and scratched) without committing to ongoing stripping cycles. (The right approach depends on the surface and current condition, which is why floor type matters.)
Is this only for VCT?
No. NeverStrip Micron Sealers are used on essentially all non-carpet flooring types, and instructional guidance is organized by major categories.
The simplest way to think about it:
If your current program is built around stripping as the “big reset,” you are not alone.
A Micron Sealer system is different because it is designed to:
Protect floors without thick build-up
Maintain and renew performance without stripping cycles
Support easier cleaning, easier refresh-ability and long-term cost control
That is why many facilities explore Micron Sealers specifically to reduce or eliminate stripping in their normal maintenance lifecycle.
Want to know if this fits your floor type and facility?
The best next step is to match the approach to your specific flooring, traffic level, and maintenance realities.
Contact us to learn more about how our Micron Sealer systems can help your facility and how they can help you move away from stripping-based programs.