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MATT 10/10/2022 MATT 10/10/2022

The Various Types of Epoxy Flooring Systems

What are the different types of epoxy floors? Here are a few of the most popular.

Self-levelling epoxy floors

Whenever your floors have been badly cracked or mistreated over the years, you’re going to want a self-levelling epoxy floor. Self-levelling epoxy floors smooth out the rough surfaces of cracked concrete floors and provide a seamless surface that is shiny and can be applied in many different colours! They are typically used in:

Warehouses
Buildings
Showrooms
Plants
Garages
Commercial areas that are highly used

Industrial Epoxy Floors

If you’re dealing in an area that is constantly being used for intense chemicals, constant water spills, impact, heavy machinery, and constant foot-traffic, this is the epoxy for you. These coatings are used to create safer floors and enhance the overall environment employees and visitors are in. When being applied, it can be used to repair minor cracks in the concrete as well.These floors can be found in:

Warehouses
Manufacturing plants
Restaurants
Garages

Epoxy Quartz

This is a polymer resin and quartz mix that is used for highly stressful environments! These are the best floors that are under constant foot-traffic and need to be sturdy enough to last for many years. Sanitation is typically a big issue for areas that are installing quartz epoxy floors, so industries that need to abide by certain guidelines would truly benefit from these floors. Areas that tend to utilise these floors often would be:

Cafeterias
Locker rooms
Schools
Showrooms

Anti-static Epoxy Floors

ESD can make a work environment a dangerous one very quickly. These areas need to do everything and anything they can to reduce the possibility of static and these epoxy floors are the best way to do that! Any areas that deal with flammable products are typically recommended to install anti-static floors, so areas like:

Hospitals
Clinics
Pharma areas
Chemical plants

Flake Epoxy Floors

They almost look like popcorn floors! They add a bit of personality and interest to any area they are installed in. Flake epoxy floors are a decorative option that includes colored flakes that are added into the epoxy to give it a distinct and unmistakable look.

Can be installed to be slip-resistant
The flakes can be a combination of anything you want
Flakes create a dazzling look

We install epoxy floors across all of Northern Ireland. If you’re interested in this, or similar home renovations, get a quote and get in touch.

MATT 03/09/2022 MATT 03/09/2022

3 Reasons To Consider Metallic Epoxy Flooring

One of the most popular epoxy systems used in homes and businesses in Northern Ireland is the metallic finish. The different types of epoxy can be difficult to understand for many people, so we are going to go through 3 of the best reasons why you should consider a metallic epoxy flooring system. From the benefits to the appearance, metallic epoxies are popular for a reason.

What Is Metallic Epoxy Flooring?

Before we get into our reasoning, let’s talk a little about what metallic epoxy is. Metallic epoxies are epoxy systems that have been augmented with metallic pigments to create a shimmering and sparkling finish. With metallic pigmentation, metallic pigments are added during the mixing process and/or in the application process to create different various effects in the finish.

Reason Number 1- The Variety of a Metallic Epoxy Finish

Metallic epoxy floor coatings have become one of the most popular coating systems available because of the variety of dazzling finishes that they can create. To achieve different coatings, brushes, solvents and sometimes blowers are used to manipulate the material into curing a certain way. With these different methods, finishes that mimic the appearance of clouds, waves, and lava can be achieved when using the assistance of a professional contractor. What most people don’t know is that since the complex chemical reactions that take place in the flooring solutions are so sporadic, no two metallic epoxies will be the same, not even by the same epoxy resin contractor.

Reason Number 2- The Benefits of a Metallic Epoxy Finish

Most people think that metallic epoxy floors are a decorative floor coating so it doesn’t offer the same benefits as solid colour epoxy. In reality metallic coatings are installed with the 100% solid epoxy system, the most durable epoxy on the market. This means that metallic epoxies offer the benefits of a flooring system meant to be installed in commercial or industrial settings. Benefits of this floor coating include simple maintenance, a long service life, and resistance to common forms of damage. Here are some of the benefits of using metallic epoxy:

Chemical And Stain Resistance
Extremely Hygienic
10-30 Years Of Service (depending on where it’s used)
Slip and Skid Resistance
Simplistic Maintenance
Versatility Of Areas It Can Be Used

Reason Number 3- Adding Value to Your Property

The right choice of flooring can add value to your home, so epoxy flooring is an investment when used wisely. From making a garage more attractive, increasing curb appeal or to increasing the lifespan of your patio, there are many ways that epoxy can increase the value of your home.

That’s 3 reasons why you should consider metallic epoxy flooring. If you are considering metallic epoxies, make sure to only have them installed by professional epoxy contractors. Untrained installers will not know how to achieve specific finishes, leaving you with a finish you hadn’t pictured.

We install epoxy floors across all of Northern Ireland. If you’re interested in this, or similar home renovations, get a quote and get in touch.

MATT 04/08/2022 MATT 04/08/2022

THE PROS AND CONS OF EPOXY FLOORING IN YOUR HOME

Epoxy floors are often used in industrial and commercial settings. Now people are beginning to realise that epoxy floors could be a good option in their own homes. Whether it be a garage floor, kitchen floor or bathroom floor, it is best to know the pros and cons of installing epoxy floors. In this guide, we will give you a general idea of why epoxy floors can be great and when you may be better off choosing a different flooring option.

PROS OF EPOXY FLOORS

Here are the greatest benefits of epoxy flooring in your home.

It’s Easy To Clean: Everyone hates mopping a tiled floor or constantly vacuuming carpet flooring. Epoxy floors are effortless to clean. You can sweep or mop your epoxy floors without it causing any damage at all. Most people will put epoxy floors in their garage for this exact reason. If you spill things like petrol or oil in the garage, the traditional concrete floors will absorb this and leave a permanent stain. With epoxy floors, you simply wipe up and move on with your day.

It’s Durable: Epoxy floors are tough. If you are worried about parking your car on your epoxy floor because of how nice it looks, don’t be. Your floor will easily handle your car parking on it, and it will handle significant impacts such as dropping heavy weights in your garage gym.

Cleanliness: There is no question that the epoxy finish is going to make your room look more aesthetically pleasing. You can take a dreary old garage and turn it into something that looks like a showroom almost overnight.

Safety: As shiny and clean as our epoxy floors look, they are not slippery. Epoxy floors are slip-resistant to an industrial standard, and they are not nearly as abrasive as concrete flooring. Our epoxy floors are not damaged by water, and they work to repel water so that you can simply wipe it up and avoid any slips.

CONS OF EPOXY FLOORING

Now that you know and understand how great an epoxy floor can be in your home, it is time to discuss the cons. The good news is that this list is not going to be very long. There is only one downside to epoxy flooring, and that is the installation process.

The installation process requires a lot of prep work to even get to the point of being able to put epoxy down. Although this is a challenge, you will not have to worry about it when you purchase our services. Epoxy is our thing, and it won’t be an issue for us to handle even the most challenging of floors. We have the tools and expertise to complete any project efficiently.

The bottom line is that epoxy flooring is a great option to add to your home, and we have the skills and expertise to meet your needs- no matter how big or small.

We install epoxy floors across all of Northern Ireland. If you’re interested in this, or similar home renovations, get a quote and get in touch.

MATT 01/07/2022 MATT 01/07/2022

5 Reasons Why You Should Choose a Garage Floor Epoxy Coating

An epoxy garage floor is a quick and easy renovation that adds real benefits and value to your property. Garage floors are expected to take a lot of punishment, whether from pets or cars. Epoxy flooring offers an aesthetically pleasing way to protect your garage from dirt, damp or damage.

1. IT’S WATERPROOF AND MOULD-RESISTANT

Garage floors can breed mould and other harmful bacteria. If your garage is damp, protection against moisture is essential to prevent water damage and associated health risks. An epoxy garage floor protects from moisture, preventing leaks or spills from seeping into the floor below and causing structural damage. Water sits on top of epoxy, making it easy to clean. Epoxy is also anti-microbial, making sure your garage floor is clean and safe for years to come.

2. EASY TO CLEAN AND LOW MAINTENANCE

An epoxy garage floor that is easy to clean and maintain makes life easier and less stressful. An epoxy garage floor coating requires little time or effort to upkeep. It offers a smooth, easy to clean surface. The topcoat is resistant to dirt, so stains are quickly vacuumed up or wiped away with a cloth. Epoxy flooring is also slip-resistant, so cleaning up is much faster and safer.

3. STRONG AND DURABLE PROTECTION

Durability is the most crucial feature of a garage floor. You need something that protects your concrete flooring from heavy-machinery for years to come. Epoxy floors are a popular choice for homeowners due to their long-lasting durability. It covers the floor beneath from cracks and stains. All of our products have a 10 year guarantee, so you can get lasting protection for your garage floor for years to come.

4. GET A BESPOKE EPOXY GARAGE FLOOR

Epoxy not only provides durability and strong water protection, but it also leaves a beautiful finish to your garage floor. Epoxy floors are available in many different colours and attractive styles to match your garage. Whether you prefer bright colours or something more muted, an epoxy garage floor can be customised to suit your style.

5. QUICK TO INSTALL

Meaningful home renovations usually require lots of time and money. However, our professionals can install an epoxy garage floor in just a couple of days. And we are priced competitively so you can get a new floor from just £150 per square metre. Choosing the right epoxy flooring contractor can be the difference between having to shell out money repeatedly for touch-ups or enjoying a durable floor that lasts years.

We install epoxy garage floors across all of Northern Ireland. If you’re interested in this, or similar home renovations, get a quote and get in touch.