About Epoxy!

Epoxy or “polyepoxide” is a surface coating composed of a resin and a hardener. When the two components come into contact, a chemical reaction takes place and transforms the preparation into a solid and resistant product, the epoxy. This compound is also used in the building and construction industry as a glue or paint. Also check Perth polished concrete floors by Design Floors.

Advantages of an epoxy flooring system

8 advantages of epoxy flooring

1. RESISTANT

The first advantage of an epoxy floor is its resistance to almost everything:

• Traffic, wear and abrasion
• Oil and petrol
• Chemical products
• Water, moisture and mold
• Fire

Epoxy is therefore an excellent choice for commercial and industrial projects, as well as for hospitals and health care clinics. If your concrete floor is cracked, epoxy can be used to fill the cracks and protect your floors and foundations. Its installation requires no joints, which also reduces the risk of water infiltration.

2. EASY TO CLEAN

When cured, epoxy becomes a non-porous material, i.e. it does not absorb water, dust, or dirt. It is therefore extremely easy to clean it, both with a broom and with cleaning and disinfecting products. Because it is seamless, non-porous and does not accumulate water and moisture, fungus and mold cannot grow.

3. QUICK TO INSTALL

Another advantage of an epoxy floor is its speed of installation. In the residential sector, it allows you to return to normal more quickly, without the inconvenience of long renovations. In commercial applications, it allows a quick resumption of activities and productivity.

4. CUSTOMIZABLE

Epoxy is a highly customizable product. You choose the color and finish, and you can even decide to incorporate a pattern or logo. Typically, concrete flooring contractors offer a dozen basic colors that can be combined to create dozens of custom colors.

Solid finish: one color.

Flake finish: a layer of vinyl flakes is applied before the hardener.

Metallic finish: a coat of metallic epoxy is applied before hardener. The metallic finish offers a unique product for each application.

5. RESPONSIBLE AUTHORITY

In general, after curing, epoxy is free of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs), which is why the product deserves the eco-friendly label.

So make sure that the company you are dealing with uses only 100% solid products (no solvents) and VOC free.a

6. POLYVALENT

One advantage of an epoxy floor is its versatility. Indeed, even if epoxy is often applied on a concrete floor, it is quite possible to apply it on another type of floor. It is often sufficient to remove the existing coating and install a plywood base, making sure that the floor is level.

7. AESTHETICS

Because you can customize the color and finish of your floor, you can make it a key design element in your home or workplace. Its glossy finish will capture the attention of your clients and guests from the moment they arrive. In addition, the epoxy flooring is seamless.

8. SAFETY

In an industrial, commercial or institutional environment, the safety of your floor covering must be the first priority. This is one of the main advantages of epoxy flooring. Non-skid, epoxy is used in areas that receive heavy loads such as loading docks and ramps, thus reducing the risk of worker injuries.

As mentioned earlier, epoxy flooring does not absorb mold and mildew, and is therefore commonly used in areas that require a high level of cleanliness, such as clinics and hospitals. Approved by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, epoxy is ideal for restaurants and daycare centers.

Ideal applications

The advantages of an epoxy floor are many and varied: honestly, you can apply an epoxy coating almost anywhere.

• Kitchens and bathrooms
• Garages and basement*
• Schools and daycares
• Office and waiting rooms
• Parking and warehouses
• Restaurants, hospitals and laboratories
• For your garage or basement, we often also recommend polyurea.