Colorado Springs Epoxy & Polyaspartic Flooring
Epoxy floors have gained popularity in the past years, especially for commercial and industrial spaces. However, there are plenty of examples when the epoxy was successfully used as flooring for residential spaces, providing the qualities and look homeowners were looking for.
We will discuss the types of epoxy and polyaspartic flooring you can choose from, how to determine which one is best for you, and what to expect from it.
Types of Epoxy Coating
Epoxy is a mixture of a resin and a hardener that can be poured over various surfaces, curing into a hard coating that is resistant to moisture, durable to withstand heavy traffic, and versatile in terms of appearance.
Because of its portable form, it can contain various additional materials, which make it perform differently. As a result, there are several types of epoxy floors to fit every need. Here are some of the most popular epoxy flooring products:
As its name suggests, self-leveling epoxy coating hardens into a very smooth, mirror-like surface. It can hide cracks and imperfections and offers a durable, shiny surface. Its look makes it popular for showrooms, pharmacies, and luxury stores. However, it’s a practical surface for warehouses or offices as well.
A great solution for warehouses, factories, manufacturing facilities, and other industrial spaces, self-dispersing epoxy flooring is extremely durable and fit for intense and heavy traffic. The epoxy mixture in self-dispersing flooring usually contains quartz or other materials that give it its hardness and durability.
This type of epoxy is one of the strongest available, and it’s typically used to repair cracked flooring before applying a top epoxy coating.
A beautiful, practical option that is very popular for public institutions and office spaces, graveled epoxy has a flaked, gravel look that can blend nicely with any decor. It’s also a great choice if you want to use epoxy for branding.
This kind of epoxy floor is dedicated to projects that need very strict moisture control. It doesn’t allow any moisture or vapor to go through, making it a great base for other types of flooring, in spaces where moisture is a challenge (bathrooms, pools, kitchens, and others.).
Adding colorful flakes to the epoxy flooring mix is a great way to customize its appearance and add a touch of your personality. Commercial spaces use this kind of epoxy floor to display their brand colors in a discreet and subtle way or to blend the flooring into the bright existing decor.
How Long Does Epoxy and Polyaspartic Flooring Last?
When choosing epoxy floors, it’s important to know that it needs touch-ups every 2-3 years (in heavy traffic conditions). To maintain its perfect look and properties, hire a specialized company to do the maintenance, as it’s not so costly. Be sure to ask what you need to do to keep your epoxy floor in good shape, and invest time and effort into its care.
With good care and regular touch-ups, epoxy flooring can last for 10-15 years, or even longer. But, since each type of epoxy behaves differently, it’s good to ask the installing company about it.
Why Epoxy Flooring Is a Good Option
For both commercial and residential spaces, epoxy flooring has a unique set of benefits that sets it apart from other types of floors:
- It’s easy to clean and maintain, making it great for spaces such as stores and other commercial facilities.
- It has a polished, modern look, from graveled to flaked or mirror-shiny.
- It’s safe and easy to circulate on with both equipment and on foot, as the texture can be added for grip.
- It has a wide range of textures and finishes, and it’s highly customizable.
- You can choose any color you want, as epoxy can easily be personalized.
- It’s moisture-resistant and it won’t get cracks and warped surfaces. The final result is perfectly smooth, pristine flooring.
If you are considering epoxy flooring for your project, be sure to contact a local contractor that has plenty of experience with this material, good suppliers for types and shades of epoxy, and a good team for installing this type of flooring.
Do You Want Epoxy and Polyaspartic Flooring? Contact Us!
For Colorado Springs epoxy flooring, contact our team at Greg Unseth Painting. We will give you a free, reliable estimate that will not oblige you to anything. We are confident that our expert service, top-quality materials, and well-organized team fully recommend us for any job involving epoxy flooring.