Resinous Floor Coatings
Epoxy Floors
The best type of epoxy flooring depends on the specific needs and requirements of the space in which it will be installed. Some factors to consider when choosing a type of epoxy flooring include durability, chemical resistance, slip resistance, and color options.
One type of epoxy flooring that is highly durable and resistant to chemicals is 100% solids epoxy. This type of epoxy is made up of 100% solid resin and hardener, making it extremely durable and resistant to chemicals, oils, and other substances. Another type of epoxy flooring that is also highly durable and resistant to chemicals is a hybrid epoxy. It has a combination of solid and liquid epoxy resin to make the flooring durable and resistant to chemicals.
Tennant Eco-MPE was on the market for years as a premium 100% solids epoxy primer and body coat. This product was installed in countless manufacturing facilities, aircraft hangars, and industrial grade applications. Now rebranded by Sherwin-Williams as Resuflor MPE, industrial facilities can still enjoy the benefits of this epoxy flooring material.
Another type of epoxy flooring that is known for its slip resistance is a flake epoxy. Flake epoxy is made up of a clear coat of epoxy with flakes of colored chips suspended within. This type of epoxy is slip-resistant and is also available in a variety of colors.
Ultimately, the best type of epoxy flooring for a specific space will depend on the specific needs of that space and the type of use it will see. It is best to consult a professional to determine the best type of epoxy flooring for your specific needs.
Sherwin Williams Resutile HTS
Why use a high performance urethane topcoat?
When you hear the term “epoxy floors” most people think of the floors pictured throughout this website. While Resuflor MPE is an excellent product, it is just one piece of the puzzle. Manufacturing facilities and aircraft hangar floors are high traffic and exposed to a variety of chemicals that can damage epoxy floors and wear faster than other industrial floor coatings. Most experienced flooring professionals will recommend a chemical resistant urethane topcoat to increase durability and prevent premature wear to your industrial floors. Tennant Coatings was known for their Tennant Eco-HTS topcoat for many years. This system was specified in manufacturing facilities, aircraft hangar floors, and used for industrial flooring projects around the US. Sherwin Williams Resutile HTS High Performance Flooring is now a leading choice facility of managers and architects when specifying epoxy flooring.
Types of Resinous Floor Coatings
There are several types of resinous floor coatings, including:
- Epoxy coatings: These are made from a mixture of epoxy resin and a hardener. They are durable, chemical-resistant, and can be used in heavy-traffic areas.
- Polyurethane coatings: These are made from a mixture of polyurethane resin and a hardener. They are also durable, chemical-resistant, and can be used in heavy-traffic areas, as well as having a high resistance to abrasions, impact and temperature changes.
- Acrylic coatings: These are made from a mixture of acrylic resin and a hardener. They are less durable than epoxy or polyurethane coatings, but they are UV-resistant and can be used in areas with natural light exposure.
- Polyaspartic coatings: These are made from a mixture of polyaspartic resin and a hardener. They are highly durable and chemical-resistant, and can be used in heavy-traffic areas. They are also UV-resistant and have a quick curing time.
- MMA (methyl methacrylate) coatings: These are made from a mixture of MMA resin and a hardener. They are highly durable and chemical-resistant, and can be used in heavy-traffic areas. They also have a quick curing time, but are less UV-resistant than polyaspartic coatings.
