What is Anti-Slip? Anti-slip/Anti-skid is an aggregate that is put into the top coat of the coating systems to minimize slipping hazards. In high traffic areas that are prone to getting wet or damp, such as garages and outdoor spaces, it is important to ensure the safety of the occupants. Your contractor should incorporate some sort of anti-slip material into …
Low Odor Epoxies
Epoxy floor coating systems are not just applicable for outdoor areas; you can install them in interior spaces of your home as well. However, not all epoxy products are ideal for indoor spaces, mainly because of the fumes and odor. If you plan on getting an interior space such as a basement, bathroom, utility room, etc. coated, you will want …
Floor Coating Costs
Floor coating costs can differ for many reasons. The variation in cost can be anywhere from $6.75 per sq. foot to over $7.50 per sq. foot. There are many factors that can increase the cost in price. In this blog we will discuss the factors that determine the cost of the overall system. These factors include, but are not limited …
Concrete Repairs
By far the most important step in the application process of a coating system is the preparation of the concrete. Concrete repair is an important step in the preparation process. Concrete repair includes fixing cracks, spalling, and indentations. The goal is to restore the surface to being flat, so after the coating is applied it will appear brand new. Failure …
Full Chip Systems
Full chip systems are a great way to transform your old, damaged concrete into a beautiful, welcoming space. Our PVA and Mica based chips allow for a variety of color and style options that can fit any home. Whether the space is indoors, outdoors, or anywhere in between, our full chip floors can be a great option for you. …
Environmental Hazards
If you ever notice a musty odor in your basement, that can be a telltale sign of moisture vapor emission. This can cause a variety of problems. Not only is the damage unsightly, it can pose major health risks. Moisture vapor emissions can create environmental hazards for both people and pets. However, moisture is not the only hazard the environment …
Moisture Mitigating Epoxy
One day polyurea coating systems can seem quite alluring to the uninitiated, however these systems are very rarely suitable for someone who is looking for a long lasting floor coating. One of the biggest problems for epoxy floor coatings is the moisture level in the concrete. If there is too much moisture (which is often the case), the coating will …
Things To Consider
There are many things to consider when looking for an epoxy floor coating contractor. Each company differs in product, procedure, and expertise, which is why it is important to understand exactly what you should be looking for, and what questions you should ask. Many contractors tend to cut corners, which is why it is important for you to have a …
Concrete Preparation: Grinding
The single most important step in the epoxy floor coating process is the concrete preparation. Even if you use the best materials in the world, without proper concrete preparation your coating system is doomed to fail. There are various methods of concrete preparation; some are sufficient, and others simply are not. In this blog we will briefly explain the different …
The Advantages of Coating Systems
What is a coating system? There are many different kinds of epoxy products on the market, each catering to specific needs for each floor. There are epoxies, polyurethanes, polyureas, and polyaspartics, each of which suit different needs. The combination of one or more of these products will create the coating system. Coating systems hold many advantages over DIY epoxy kits. …