Petrol stations' dirty reputation – 3 steps to sustainably clean forecourts

CAF Outdoor Cleaning outlines three innovative, eco-friendly solutions to transform the negative reputation of petrol stations by sustainably revitalizing forecourts.

For years, customers, employees, and news reports have held negative beliefs when it comes to visiting petrol stations.

How to Fight Back with 3 Eco-Friendly Solutions

1) Bioremediation – A Natural Cleaning Solution

The best way to clean fuel and oil stains on concrete and asphalt is through bioremediation. This process uses natural microbes to break down harmful chemicals and turn them into water and carbon dioxide.

Example: EXIMO concrete cleaner removes oil stains better than pressure washing. It cleans deep into the concrete, breaking down stains naturally and safely—without using tons of water or harsh chemicals.

Each bucket of EXIMO vs. Pressure Washing:

• Saves 9,085 liters of water
• Reduces CO₂ emissions by 90 kilograms

Bioremediation not only keeps gas stations cleaner, but it also helps protect asphalt and concrete from long-term damage. FORO asphalt cleaner, for example, keeps surfaces stronger and looking better, reducing the need for costly repairs.

2) A Better Way to Clean Fuel Spills

Despite being the most common solution for over 100 years, using sand or kitty litter to soak up fuel spills are expensive, unsafe, and ineffective. These outdated methods are both labor-intensive and fail to properly treat petroleum left behind in the concrete.

Fortunately, there’s a better way. New fire-suppression technologies address operational, safety, and cost related issues at petrol stations around the globe.

Example:

• Each 1kg unit of OTIS cleaner makes up to 210 bottles of 1 liter ready-to-use cleaner.
• Less plastic waste and lower shipping costs mean fewer CO₂ emissions.

You Can Make a Difference

There are always more ways to make gas stations cleaner and greener while also saving money. By using smarter cleaning solutions, you can fight the myths and improve sustainability at the same time.

Learn more about eco-friendly products at CAF Outdoor Cleaning