Industrial flooring is far different from residential flooring, so different finishes are needed. Options for industrial floor coverings are extensive, but you want to ensure you get the right covering for your particular industry and needs. The floor covering you choose will be based on many factors, including your industry, level of traffic, and what chemicals the floor might be exposed to on a regular basis. How you choose to cover industrial concrete floors matters. Let’s look at a couple of options.

Epoxy Floor Coatings

According to Grand View Research, epoxy coatings account for more than 40% of the revenue in the concrete coating industry. That's because this is one of the most popular coating options. Epoxy resin is a commercial-grade concrete floor covering that is generally suitable for industrial floor protection. This type of coating is very durable and also UV stable. Floors finished with epoxy are easy to clean and stain resistant. This is important if your floors are often exposed to oils and chemicals.

If you have polished concrete floors, this type of coating will greatly increase the durability of the floor over time. During the coating process, an engineered coating will be applied that is made of resin and a hardener. This creates a strong and long-lasting surface that can endure industrial traffic and use.

Slip Resistant Coatings

It’s often necessary in an industrial setting to provide slip-resistant floor coatings. Many industries are under compliance regulations that require a slip-resistant workspace is provided for employees. Slip-resistant additives can be used in epoxy floor coatings to make your workspaces and walkways safer. Companies often like to utilize these coatings in areas that often become wet or areas where staff and customers are required to walk a lot. Slip-resistant coatings are used in manufacturing plants, machinery storage areas, warehouses, garages, or any area that needs a tough coating while minimizing slipping.

Slip-resistant coatings must be applied to properly prepped concrete floors by professionals. This is definitely not a DIY project. If epoxy floor coatings are applied improperly, it can become a huge waste of time and money. Plus, it’s possible that your workspace will not meet safety compliance guidelines without the help of a professional team.

If you are in need of concrete floor coverings, please get in touch with Architectural Concrete Supply today. We will be happy to discuss your needs and go over the different options available.