Concrete and other types of floors can become easily stained. After a few years, the newest garage or factory floor can look worn out. Both homeowners and business owners are transforming their floors with Poured Flooring treatments. Poured floors are made from epoxy flooring. This begins with a liquid resin and a hardener. They are poured onto a surface so that they will be at least two millimeters thick. When it hardens, it forms a rigid, plastic layer that is tough, resists degradation and bonds well to the subfloor. While homeowners have long used them for their garage and basement, they are learning that they look wonderful in all rooms of the house.
The resin and hardeners can be colored and used in a variety of designs. Graveled epoxy floors can be used to make these designs. Although they look shiny, they are filled with anti-slip materials. These are popular in bathrooms. Factories often use very sensitive machinery that can be shut down by static energy. There is antistatic epoxy flooring that prevents any static energy from occurring. Because epoxy flooring does not absorb water and other liquids, it is often used in restaurant kitchens. The epoxy flooring is often brought up the sides of the wall for about 12 inches. Epoxy flooring also resists bacteria and other microbes. Clean-up is also very easy because there are no cracks for dirt and grime to hide in.
It is important to use the proper cleaning materials on Poured Flooring to ensure that it does not degrade. Because the epoxy resists bacteria and stains, and there are no cracks, it isn’t necessary to use harsh cleaning materials. In fact, it’s best to use mild cleaning materials that are not alkaline or acidic. This is also healthier for children and pets, who may be playing on the floor. The Hoffman Floor Covering Corporation is one of the companies on Long Island that design and install poured floors. They can meet with a business and homeowner to help them decide which type of poured floor would best meet their needs. They are also happy to provide a free estimate.
