Epoxy is quickly becoming a popular option for flooring in businesses and residential spaces. This is mostly due to epoxy flooring being easy to maintain, very durable, mostly chemical resistant, fast to apply and having decorative options.
You might assume that the installation of an epoxy floor is a simple one-step process. However, few people have the meticulous attention to detail and concentration that’s required to have the job go smoothly. When you hire a professional to install epoxy flooring they have warranties that can cover both the product and the installation. Without professional installation, freezing weather, chemicals, and heavy impacts can destroy your floor.
An epoxy coating is much more than just the finished top coat. A lot of work goes into making sure the base is properly constructed so the coating will last. Unless properly handled, epoxy floors will crumble quickly with a short lifespan. It can be a stressful and expensive lesson to learn.
We know that for some of you, DIY projects are exactly the challenges you love to take on, so for you and professional installers alike, Ontario Specialty Coatings now sells quality epoxy coating products.
Read more about our epoxy products in our article ‘Can I DIY an Epoxy Floor?’
Why experience and precision are critical for the installation of epoxy flooring.
There’s More than Meets the Eye
Proper installation of epoxy flooring requires a detailed step-by-step process that is far more than spreading it and letting it dry. Existing cracks and chips need to be repaired prior to the installation. The surface also needs to be thoroughly cleaned of any extra debris that will prevent the epoxy from curing with the concrete surface.
The Perfect Surface
Surface preparation is the most important part. Not only does the surface need to be clean, dry, and free from dust, but the right primer will need to be applied for your flooring’s substrate.
A common misconception is that a coating will be evenly distributed with minimal effort. However, this isn’t the case. If you spread the epoxy too thick on one side and too thinly on another side the concrete will wear more quickly where it’s thin. The thinner and less protected sections of your floor make for a very uneven surface and you’ll have to start over. With much work involved.
Reliable Warranties
When you hire a professional to install epoxy flooring warranties will cover both the product and the installation. Without professional installation, you must be aware of freezing weather, chemicals, and heavy impacts that can destroy your floor.
The Right Product Materials and Equipment
Many different types of appearances, patterns, and textures are available to the professional and the DIYer.
All epoxy is not the same. Only a professional can explain the differences in options to ensure your floor gets what is best for its unique circumstance. Epoxy floor types require different mixing methods that can be confusing if you don’t have prior knowledge or experience.
The lower the percentage of solids the lower the quality is a good rule of thumb, with water-based paints being the lowest quality. These tend to be less durable and have a far shorter lifespan.
Call Ontario Specialty Coatings to help you choose whether you should Do-it-Yourself or have us professionally complete your project.
We’re happy to answer any questions you may have; (519) 203 8800.
October 15, 2020 3:38 pm