Things to know about the Commercial Epoxy Flooring

Commercial epoxy flooring is an increasingly popular type of flooring material. Though this material creates a stunning appearance and has unique adhesive qualities that make it ideal for use in both the commercial and residential market. However, there are a few things that you should know before you install this flooring. First, some installation materials available to consumers can be harmful to pets when they come into contact with them during the installation process. For that reason, it's important to create a safety plan so your pet doesn't get hurt during these installation procedures. 

Here are a few more things to consider before installing this product:

- Use common sense before beginning any project. As with any type of flooring material, there is always a risk of injury associated with chemical reactions and improper use. 

- A commercial epoxy floor requires proper lubrication and proper installation. This should be properly researched before you begin installation.

- It's also important to research all accessories that will be used with the floor such as grouts and sanding sealers. 

- Proper ventilation is of vital importance when using the commercial epoxy flooring. It's not recommended to work in an area that has a lack of fresh air. 

-Finally, it's important to research the product warranty before installing it so if you need to replace the flooring, your options are limited. 

What is meant by commercial epoxy flooring ?

Epoxy is a substance which has been well known in the industrial sector. It has a variety of uses in the production of bricks and tiles. epoxy flooring is a unique material that is being increasingly used in many sectors of industry.

The commercial epoxy flooring comes in various forms like:

• Slabs,  Flooring sheets and Tiles,  
• Poured Plywood, 
• Splash back, 
• Epoxy Reinforced Poured Concrete Floors , 
• Machined Floor Mats and  Color Coated Castings for Industrial Applications. 

How long does a commercial epoxy floor last?

Epoxy Flooring is resistant to harshest environmental conditions and it can last indefinitely. But a commercial epoxy floor is not designed for heavy traffic hence it cannot resist the heavy wear process. Nevertheless, it rarely needs to be replaced. For a smooth epoxy floor finish, use regular top coats to maintain the surface condition of your finished floor and avoid potential unwanted absorption of dirt, moisture or oil.  Commercial epoxy floors can be used in an environment with corrosive vapours, fumes and gases since it has excellent resistance to abrasion, cracking and deterioration.

Is it easy to clean?

Yes, a commercial epoxy floor is an easy to clean floor. But you have to follow a few of the simple rules to keep the floor in a better condition.  Avoid using abrasives, pads or brushes on the floor since they can make scratches on it. It is preferably advisable not to use any cleaners containing ammonia or bleach for cleaning purposes. If these cleaners are used sometimes some discoloration could appear on the surface of epoxy flooring as these cleaners contain chlorine which reacts with resin in epoxy which results in some discoloration.