ALL ABOUT RESINOUS FLOORS AND MORE

The success of a seamless, resinous flooring installation depends on the meticulous preparation of the concrete surface. Proper preparation is crucial to ensure adhesion, longevity, and a flawless finish. In this blog, we explore the essential steps involved in preparing concrete for a resinous flooring installation. 

The installation of a seamless flooring system is a big decision to make in your facility. Epoxy and urethane formulations each offer many benefits. Read about the distinctions between the two to make the right flooring solution for your space.

Epoxy coatings contain a higher concentration of epoxy resins, which results in a stronger, more durable, faster drying product than epoxy paint. 

In this blog, we explore installing epoxy over other flooring materials, uncover the benefits of replacing a floor with an epoxy system, and answer commonly asked questions about this procedure. 

In this blog post, we help you know what to look for in an epoxy flooring system by delving into the features and advantages, and explore their suitability within specific industries and markets. 

Urethane (or polyurethane) flooring is made from a versatile polymer that creates a durable, thermal shock-resistant flooring surface. Urethane floors can be expected to last 10 to 20 years or longer with proper maintenance. 

For grow room facilities, flooring selection affects product quality, health and safety, and your bottom line. Resinous flooring provides many benefits required to achieve the best results. As the cannabis industry continues to grow, many growers are going indoors to green rooms/grow rooms to save on costs and grow healthier plants. One cost effective way to build an indoor facility is by renovating an older unit. 

Floor coving is a type of flooring that involves creating a seamless transition between the floor and the wall. Essentially, the coving is a curved or sloping extension of the floor surface that blends into the base of the wall, providing a smooth and hygienic surface that is easy to clean and maintain. This type of flooring is commonly used in commercial and industrial settings where cleanliness and hygiene are a top priority. 

How do I know if my concrete has too much moisture? Understanding how moisture in concrete occurs as well as how to test for it will help you with your next commercial or industrial flooring project or renovation. 

New concrete can often appear dry well before it is ready for an epoxy coating. Many people wonder how soon an epoxy coat can be applied after laying down the concrete. While it may be tempting to finish the job quickly, the best course of action in every case is to wait for the concrete to dry properly. How long to wait and why it is necessary will be covered in this blog. 

Your new epoxy floor installation is complete, and as it has begun to set you notice… bubbles? 

In this article, we discuss the importance of resinous floor installation and pitching water to drains in industrial and commercial facilities. 

Electro Static Discharge flooring helps direct electrostatic discharge to grounding points and help safeguard sensitive equipment and personnel. Learn why this is necessary for the semiconductor and electronics industry.

In this blog post, the second in a series on "Water and Your Floor," we discuss waterproofing concrete for industrial and commercial facilities. What makes a waterproof floor truly waterproof, why should you consider taking this step and where is it most beneficial? How is a waterproof floor installed? Our resident expert, Product Manager, Stephen Pattison, answers these questions and more. 

In this blog post, the first in a series on "Water and Your Floor," we discuss moisture vapor transmission (MVT), an important factor to consider when installing a new industrial or commercial floor. Learn how and why MVT occurs in concrete and what you should expect from your flooring installer. 

In this article, we discuss slip-resistance testing including DCOF rating and SCOF rating slip tests and the process for determining the best slip-resistant flooring options for your facility. 

When it comes to pharmaceutical environments, there’s no room for error. Floors and walls have everything to do with the hygiene, safety, and day-to-day productivity of a pharmaceutical facility, so it is important to install the products that will function as needed and last in their intended space. In this blog, we'll provide information on why which products work best for specific areas in pharmaceutical facilities.

When choosing floors for your brewery, you want to get it right the first time. Floor failures can be costly in a number of ways, so it's critical to choose floors that will last, perform, and protect you from potential liabilities and damage to your reputation. In this blog post we discuss important considerations when selecting brewery floors for both back-of-house and front-of-house operations. 

How do you meet hygienic standards in your food manufacturing facility, brewery, bottling line, or commercial kitchen? Stonhard addresses your concerns and explains the best solutions so you can be sure you are installing the right product to last and perform for years to come. 

Clean does not always mean sterile. If your industrial or commercial environment has flooring with welds, seams, or is composed of fabric, you are running the risk of bacteria finding spaces to harbor and grow and spread throughout the facility. Learn how seamless flooring can reduce the risk. 

Cold rooms, like cold storage facilities or walk-in coolers, require specific flooring chemistries and installation procedures. In this article, we cover what you need to know before you make a decision on products and installers. 

Can floors make your facility more hygienic? What does antimicrobial really mean? There's been a lot of talk about sanitary design and sterile environments. In this post, we go beyond the buzzwords and dive into what you really need to know about achieving safe, sanitary spaces. 

Stonhard provides seamless, sanitary flooring for the pharmaceutical industry. Selecting the right flooring system is one of the most critical decisions for pharmaceutical and biotech companies. Our “Top 5” list details the best products for long-term protection in specific areas including pharmaceutical labs, clean rooms, and more. 

Food manufacturers are increasingly entering the plant-based food market. Flooring is an important factor in running a safe and efficient processing facility. 

Controlling electrostatic discharge is a critical matter for certain industries and facility areas. Protecting employees and property are essential. Learn about ESD flooring and the protection it provides in this article. 

Timing is crucial in the world of architecture and design. It means your reputation, your competitive edge, and, as they say, "time means money!" In this post, we'll give you three highly-effective ways to get your flooring project done on schedule. 

In the world of Food & Beverage, plant hygiene is the number one priority. Sanitary design standards are key to maintaining and improving the conditions of food and beverage processing facilities where failures in building design can lead to growing bacteria, like listeria, and ultimately cause product contamination. Product contamination issues can lead to product recalls, revenue loss, brand damage, and consumer illness. In this blog post, you will learn about HACCP, HACCP International Certification, and how your flooring system is a key component in meeting hygienic standards. 

Poured floors are suitable for both industrial and commercial use. By installing a poured floor you can achieve a number of performance benefits otherwise not available with traditional flooring and have an attractive aesthetic that can be customized for your facility. Learn about the three types of poured flooring and the areas they benefit.

The right flooring choice for grocery and other retail stores is crucial to day-to-day operations and budgets. Read about the top factors you should consider when making this important, long-term decision. 

Many factors play a role in selecting the best resinous flooring system for your facility. It's important to understand the difference between a coating and full resinous flooring system when making your decision. Our blog post offers helpful information to get you started with the process. 

LEED buildings are efficient and environmentally sound. Read our blog post to learn how your flooring choice can help you qualify for LEED credits. 

Selecting the right flooring system is one of the most critical decisions for food and beverage companies. Our “Top 5” list details what flooring systems are best for long-term protection in your specific area of operation. 

If you're in the market for a new epoxy or urethane floor, it is important to know that floors need to be prepared first. Learn the three main steps to a successful epoxy or urethane coating application. 

With the wear and tear that the floor of a winery receives, it's vital to have the right floor in place. Find out why our Stonclad flooring is your best choice. 

If you are in the market for a new floor for your commercial or industrial space, consider a seamless floor. Read about the safe, efficient and flexible designs available to you. 

Installing epoxy and urethane flooring systems takes proper experience and knowledge. Learn more about the basics of epoxy and urethane flooring installation. 

Whether it's strength, price, speed of installation or chemical resistance, polymer grouts are stronger than cementitious grouts. Read more to find out why.