Epoxy resin flooring can be applied when upgrading to a polished concrete floor, floor graphic, or simply in need of a more durable floor surface. An epoxy resin floor is an incredibly hard wearing surface that provides heavy protection from general wear and tear, foot traffic and harsh chemicals or materials. The resin makes the surface non-slip and the easiest surface to remove dust and dirt, whilst maintaining a high level of waterproofing and a rather attractive gloss finish.
Epoxy can be used to protect and seal any concrete floor, as well as floorboards and generally uneven surfaces. In an industrial environment, epoxy resin is used to strengthen the already existing floor, which guarantees a high level of safety, longevity and protection for your floor.
As mentioned, the hygiene attributes of an epoxy resin floor makes them ideal for the medical industry, i.e. hospitals and dental practices, among others. The waterproofing characteristics are ideal for the food and beverage industries, i.e. kitchens and toilets. There are varying levels of epoxy resin strength that can be adjusted depending on the industry they are being made for. For example, an industrial floor made for a heavily used kitchen may have different characteristics to an industrial floor designed for domestic purposes.
Before the installation of your new resin floor, there are a number of preparations that must be carried out. A concrete floor will be diamond ground to expose the amount of aggregate required to apply the resin. After being mixed and applied on site, a relatively light layer of epoxy will only take around 24 hours before it can be walked on and used as required. A heavier layer of resin will take longer depending on its thickness.
A reliable and trusted supplier and installer of epoxy resin flooring will be able to provide you as much information as you need, in order to determine the price and time frame of upgrading the strength of your current flooring.
