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Epoxy Flooring

Durable and long-lasting floors
with epoxy coatings

Epoxy flooring is one of the most versatile floor coatings on the market for industrial, commercial, and even residential spaces. Not only does Epoxy offer superior hardness in a variety of colors, but it also has a long lifespan with relatively low maintenance.
While epoxy is most often applied to protect and beautify concrete floors, it’s much more versatile and complex than that. On this page, you’ll find answers to most of your epoxy floor coating questions, including:
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What is an epoxy floor coating?

Epoxy involves the application of two liquid components– a polyepoxide resin and a curative – that chemically bond together. When mixed and applied properly, the resulting chemical reaction creates a very hard surface and very strong bond.

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Epoxy process: preparation & installation

Epoxy can be used on various types of floors, including tile, vinyl, and metal, but it’s most commonly used to coat concrete floors. The process of preparing a floor for an epoxy coating is equally as important as the installation process. Here are the most important aspects of preparing a floor for coating:
  • Testing for moisture, harmful chemicals, and oil deposits
  • Possibly removing old floor coatings
  • Repairing the surface
  • Cleaning the floor prior to the mechanical surface preparation
If a floor is not carefully prepared before adding epoxy, then it will not last. During the installation phase, one of the most important things a contractor can do is maintain a consistent temperature and humidity level. This helps the floor to cure properly after the installation.
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Benefits of epoxy

1. Durability

A properly bonded epoxy coating not only holds up under heavy foot traffic, but it also resists damage from abrasions and impacts. Designed to protect the concrete floor beneath, the added benefit of epoxy floor coatings is that they continue to look good and perform well even under heavy wear.

2. Longevity

Epoxy is, by far, one of the longest lasting floor coatings available, but its longevity depends heavily on its environment and whether or not it was properly installed. Some epoxy floor coatings in residential areas have been known to last for decades, but most industries can expect 5 or 10 years of use before the coating needs to be recoated or just touched up.

3. Aesthetics

COLOR

Epoxy floor coatings come in virtually any color, and the aesthetic appeal doesn’t end there. From safety floor striping to company logos, colors can be applied in any pattern. As long as they are not overexposed to UV light, the colors stay vibrant for the lifespan of the coating. 

TEXTURE

Textures like metallic make floors shimmer with satiny confetti-like flakes, and quartz creates a textured surface that’s also slip resistant.

In addition to style, the rough texture of quartz makes the floor slip-resistant, which is why quartz floors are perfect for:

  • Manufacturing plants and warehouses that handle frequent spills
  • Schools, particularly for athletic showers and locker rooms
  • Commercial parking garages
  • Retail and commercial environments
  • Healthcare facilities

Epoxy Flakes

Commercial Epoxy

Metallic Epoxy

Metallic Textures Available

4. Health and safety

Epoxy floors are not only good-looking and long-lasting, but they’re also a safe and hygienic flooring option.

SANITATION

Epoxy’s impermeability to liquids makes it impossible for mold and bacteria to grow in the porous concrete below the epoxy coating. Additionally, some epoxy coatings have additives that make it unreceptive to bacterial growth that are common to veterinary clinics and hospitals.

SAFETY

Slip-Resistance. For safety, other aggregates can be added epoxy that make the floor slip-resistant, which is ideal in any setting, but especially in manufacturing facilities and warehouses.

ESD. Where electronic equipment exists – such as in an electronic manufacturing facility – so does electrostatic. Electrostatic dissipative epoxies (ESD) prevent and reduce the effect of static discharges, thereby also protecting equipment and workers.

Floor Striping. Particularly helpful in warehouses with forklifts or other moving machinery, floor striping is a popular safety feature for epoxy flooring. In a warehouse where employees are sharing the floor with drivers of heavy machinery, striping keeps everyone in their own lane and helps traffic to flow more efficiently. Floor striping can also aid in organization. Sections of the warehouse floor can be labeled to identify where various tools, supplies and equipment belong.

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Available variations of epoxy coatings

Epoxy Flakes

Epoxy flakes is a cost-effective and simple way to protect your floors for many years. This 3-layer systems consists of an epoxy base coat, vinyl flake broadcast, and a polyurethane clear coat to seal the floor so it is UV resistant and water resistant. The polyurethane sealer can come in either a glossy or semi-gloss finish for those who prefer a more matte look. The glossy finish of the polyurethane top coat will improve traction and durability. Although the top coat includes anti-slip texture, additional texture can be added upon request. Epoxy flakes are recommended for residential garage coatings and is our most popular product! Ask us about our warranty for our garage floor treatments as we are confident in the durability and quality of our epoxy layers and epoxy sealers. Our quotes always include prep-work to grind the concrete flooring to remove stains and prepare for adequate epoxy adhesion, vaccuming, patching cracks in concrete, applying epoxy layers and clear coat. Quotes include both labor and materials.

Smooth Single Color Epoxy

Single color epoxy is an elegant and beatiful way to make your floor more durable and ensure a long life for this concrete coating. This 3-layer systems consists of an epoxy base coat, epoxy top coat and a polyurethane clear coat to seal the floor so it is UV resistant and water resistant. Single color epoxy flooring is suitable for both residential garage coatings as well as industrial flooring and commercial epoxy coatings. Ask us about our warranty for our garage floor treatments as we are confident in the durability and quality of our epoxy layers and epoxy sealers.

Metallic Epoxy

Metallic epoxy is a beautiful and elegant way to protect your floors for many years. Not only does it create a unique showroom feel for your garage flooring, kitchen floor, or even your entire house, but it also allows for easy cleaning, durability, and is cost-effective. This 4-5 -layer systems consists of 2 epoxy base coats, 1-2 accent colors, and a polyurethane clear coat to seal the floor so it is UV resistant and water resistant. The glossy finish of the polyurethane top coat will improve traction and durability. Although the top coat includes anti-slip texture, additional texture can be added upon request. Metallic epoxy is recommended for residential garage coatings, industrial spaces, and even flooring for showrooms or artists lofts! Ask us about our warranty for our garage floor treatments as we are confident in the durability and quality of our epoxy layers and epoxy sealers.

Commercial Epoxy

For our retail clients, commercial epoxy flooring adds a great deal of style and functionality. It withstands spills and impacts while retaining its vibrant colors and textures. Epoxy flooring can withstand heavy traffic and the antislip texture can be customized to your specific context.
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Applications for epoxy

Is epoxy right for your industry? Below is a list of environments where epoxy floor coatings are an exceptional choice.

  • Residential Garages
  • Animal Care Facilities
  • Electro Static D - Lab
  • Laboratories
  • Grocery Stores
  • Schools and Universities
  • Wholesale Retailers
  • Auto Repair Shops
  • Winery
  • Car Dealers Showrooms
  • Warehouses
  • Commercial Kitchens
  • Retails

As versatile as epoxy is, it’s not necessarily made for every environment. High-traffic areas such as commercial parking garages are not ideal for epoxy, UV light can sometimes be harmful to epoxy in an outdoor setting. However, some epoxy coatings are more resistant than others, so you should consult an expert before you choose your flooring.

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Installation considerations

Cost

Epoxy is not the cheapest flooring option when compared to concrete polishing or even a lower-grade sealer. Part of the reason for the cost of industrial flooring is due to the installation process. If epoxy is not applied under the right conditions, it may form unsightly bubbles, blisters, or perhaps even fail to adhere to the floor. Less-than-ideal temperatures or a host of other factors can contribute to installation complications.

Preparation

The most important consideration prior to installation is the proper cleaning and preparation of the floor. If a floor is not properly prepared, an epoxy floor coating will not last.

Professional vs. Expert

Unless you are doing a small at-home project where imperfections don’t matter, you should hire a professional installer who will do the job right. We’ve often repaired and replaced floors that were sealed improperly. Don’t make the mistake of paying full price for a job half done.

The Epoxy Guy has been coating floors across California for 6+ years. We never try to sell our customers on a flooring type that’s not perfect for their needs. If epoxy isn’t right for you, we’ll recommend a floor coating that is.

Contact us today to discuss your flooring options. Give us a call at +1 (415) 671 5424 or fill out the form below for a free consultation.

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