How to Apply Epoxy Flooring: There are several essential steps we need to follow when applying epoxy floor coating to achieve optimal results. It’s important to understand why epoxy is the best choice for concrete floor coating – epoxy provides excellent protection for your concrete floors and comes in various colors and types to achieve a superior finish.
Epoxy floor coating adheres strongly to concrete surfaces, making it resistant to chemicals, oils, heavy impacts, and scratches. With these advantages, epoxy flooring is perfectly suited for garages, warehouses, and factories where chemical spills, heavy tool impacts, or tire friction against the floor are common.
Want to know how to apply epoxy flooring correctly? Consol is ready to help you – this article will walk through the step-by-step application process to ensure readers achieve excellent results.
How to Apply Epoxy to Concrete Floors
1. Prepare the Floor Surface
Ensure the floor surface is level. For newly laid concrete, check for any waves or protruding objects that might interfere with the application process. Professional applicators typically use grinding equipment or sanding methods to level the floor surface.
2. Clean the Concrete Floor
Before applying epoxy coating, the concrete must be thoroughly cleaned of all dirt, dust, mold, and materials that could interfere with the application process. You can use pressure washers or industrial vacuums to clean the concrete surface. This step is crucial to prevent particles from becoming trapped within the coating.
3. Patch the Floor Surface
Older concrete floors require special attention as they’re more likely to have cracks or broken surfaces. Note that more serious problems may arise if concrete floor cracks are left unaddressed, so patch any broken areas using epoxy materials.
4. Mix and Apply Epoxy Primer
Similar to wall painting, applying Consol Primer Hybrid Epoxy is important as it enhances adhesion between the concrete floor and the epoxy layer. Professional applicators typically use rollers to ensure even application across the entire concrete surface.
5. Apply the First Layer of Epoxy Coating
Mix the two components of Consol Floor 361 epoxy coating, which consists of hardener and epoxy resin. For the mixing process, it’s recommended to use a mixer for thorough blending of the two components. After mixing, apply the mixture evenly.
6. Apply with a Roller
The final step is using a roller – preferably a high-quality roller that’s clean from epoxy residue from previous projects. Apply evenly and ensure the entire coated surface is free from waves. Wait until completely dry before use, and your epoxy floor will be ready.
These are the basic steps for applying epoxy flooring. Looks easy, doesn’t it? However, for maximum results, Consol is happy to provide guidance and advice. Feel free to consult with us about your flooring issues or contact our number [Here].
