Coatings when compared to traditional flooring finishes are head and shoulders above. A correctly installed coating will preserve and protect a slab for years that would otherwise deteriorate, cause unhygienic dust, and absorb unsightly stains. A durable coating system matched with the right space will extend the replacement lifecycle for years. coatings however are not all created equal. After our free in person consultation, we will reccomend a system that will suit your spaces intended use, desired aesthetic, and budget.
Durability
epoxy requires minimal upkeep, and is one of the easiest floors to keep clean. With regular cleaning and occasional mopping is sufficient to keep them looking tip top. If the top coat is ever damaged or suffers wear over several years, an additional top coat can be applied to make it look like brand new again! depending on the system chosen, a medium to heavy use floor may require an additional top coat every 5-7 years. light to medium duty may be 15-20
Low Maintenance
Does your concrete slab look like its end of life? no problem! Dont replace it, COAT IT! coatings are often the best alternative to slab replacement when damages are present. severe cracking and spalling of the concrete may be repaired with specialty resins prior to the installation of the coating leaving a beautiful seamless surface overtop. Coating systems can go over both interior and exterior surfaces, concrete and plywood. horizontal and vertical surfaces. decorative, and special use options are endless.
Versatility
when compared to traditional flooring options such as hardwood, tile, or vinyl plank, coatings match up on par across up the board. however, when lower maintenance costs, and longer lifecycle, in addition to option of adding an additional topcoat rather than replacement. coatings tend to outshine their counterparts. There are no guarantees, yet these systems will almost always survive a flood event. for the same price you would pay for LVP, tile or hardwood, coatings definitely have some perks and added value.
Cost Effective
Why Epoxy Solutions?
Full-Service Epoxy Solutions In Terrace, Kitimat & Prince Rupert
Looking to enhance your home or business with sleek, polished concrete? Executive Surfaces proudly serves residential, commercial, and industrial clients across Terrace, Kitimat, and Prince Rupert.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Concrete is a very strong material but it is susceptible to many common chemicals and liquids. Mild chemical contamination from manufacturing processes, forklift tire rubber worn into the concrete surface, and various dirty substances can degrade concrete floors.
Grinding the concrete surface is the only effective way to remove the surface contamination and prevent it from penetrating deep into the floor. This type of floor maintenance needs to be done in consistent intervals with the duration depending on the type of use and traffic volume. Even concrete floors coated with epoxy or other protective coatings need to be ground clean periodically.
At executive surfaces we take great care to ensure our clients and in turn their clients stay safe. To do this, coatings and how slip resistance is measured must be properly understood. a dry sneaker on a basketball court (typically a smooth aliphatic polyurethane) will show immense grip. now apply motor oil on the same surface and you have a slip and slide. coatings are non porous, so their slip coefficient is often dependant on external factors such as will it be in contact with water or oil? will it be inside or outside? steps? snow? on an incline? based on these type of factors, custom sizes of an anti slip additives can be introduced during the final topcoat process to add the desired level of slip resistance.
Concrete floors are susceptible to a wide range of common chemicals and acids. The porous nature of concrete allows harmful chemicals and acidic liquids to be absorbed into the floor which can cause serious and even permanent damage to concrete floors.
Contact us for a recommended concrete flooring solution for your business.The large amount of unfamiliar options can often be an overwhelmnig experience. At executive surfaces we take great care to get to know our clients, and understand their needs, to advise them to a solution which would suit their needs best. Many Factors will determine what kind of system we recommend. what is the condition of the substrate? what is a manageable budget? what is the intended use of the area? is aesthetic appeal more important or sheer performance properties? or maybe downtime to complete the operation is a large factor. We are always more than happy to provide free in person consultations to discuss the best options for your space.
Grinding typically refers to the rough grits while polishing refers to the fine grits. Both grinding and polishing are processes that mechanically grind the concrete surface, only the grit size changes from large to ultra-fine diamond grit. Concrete grinding typically uses a single rough grinding step and is used in floor preparation before epoxy installation or to clean up a concrete floor. Polishing is a sequence of steps that refine the surface.
Although no coating is completely nodour free as is the case with wall paints; the majority of resins we use are very low odour and definitely "Low" or "No" VOC's. this means below any designated harmful threshold. some of our garage coatings do exhibit an odour if applied in an enclosed space (garage door closed). further, if a specialty coating is specified which has any harmful vapours or associated warning labels, our clients are notified and appropriate precautions are taken to the area prior to application.
for all general coating purposes, it is recommended for anyone with chemical sensitivities, or expecting mothers to use good judgement, and not be near the off gassing area for the first 1-3 days without appropriate ventilation. manufacturers recommend the same precautions to anyone if they are applying regular acrylic wall paint.
YES! Absolutely. But definitely by a professional. Not all substrates are suitable candidates, and wood floors have different expansion and movement properties than a concrete installation. depending on the system selected to go down, a subfloor may be required ensure a quality installation, an equivalent reinforcement fabric, or a flexible self leveller rated for on wood applications. For over plywood applications we also choose a specialty product set that has more flexibility and elongation properties than typical epoxy which is better suited for the movement of wood.
YES! Absolutely. but it must be done correctly. The correct procedures and product set must be adhered to.
Custom Epoxy Finishes
Decorative flake system
Decorative vinyl flakes are imbedded into a resin matrix creating a light build orange peel texture finish. using the correct resins, this system can be both interior and exterior, and both smooth and easy to clean and anti slip. This system is best suited for Garages, utility areas, and some exterior spaces.
Quartz System
Epoxy Quartz is broadcast into a resin matrix, or premixed with resin and troweled over the floor creating a highly durable and impact resistant surface. cove base can also be beautifully integrated, creating an easy to clean space. this system is recommended for high wear public use applications over flake systems. such places as swimming pools, prison cells, interior public pedestrian walkways, or mechanical rooms.
Solid Colour System
when simplicity and performance are the top of the list, solid colour is the way to go. a solid colour installation can easily clean up a space, add safety lines, and add anti slip features where desired. solid colour is often selected in manufacturing facilities for its cost effectiveness, and practical use of colours to indicate different areas or safety hazards. custom properties may also be specified in a system to include such things as anti static for a chip manufacturing plant, or specific chemical resistance requirements in a processing or manufacturing plant. we an even get you an specialty epoxy resistant against most harsh acids!
Designer Metallic Epoxy
This designer system is both unique, beautiful, and designed to perform. Irridescent pigments are introduced into the epoxy and applied by a skilled applicator to achieve a vibrant marbled affect. these floors have gained wild popularity since they are both highly durable and a completely unique work of art. A well executed metallic floor, will last for years, and turn heads all the while. A quality system must be applied thick in multiple layers to achieve best results, often sanding in between. The substrate must be carefully prepared and free of defects. A quality metallic epoxy system is not fast, and it is not cheap. while other resin systems like flake or solid colour may have a thickness of 10 mils, a metallic floor is typically over 50! this system is best suited for high end residential or commercial spaces. For that main Leven kitchen area that you want to be the envy of all the neighbours, and have the easiest seamless floor to clean. Or the hot rod enthusiast who needs a floor to match his sweet ride. And of course the man who's worked hard enough give himself the oasis of a man cave he deserves.
Parkade, and pedestrian traffic Systems
Parkade and Pedestrian coatings are often now specified in new buildings. these coatings are a preventative maintenance measure effectively stop the deterioration of concrete surfaces which would typically deteriorate quickly due to weather and salt damages. these systems are designed to be much more flexible, and have much more elongation than other typical coatings and are well suited to freeze thaw cycles, and minor cracking. these coatings mat also serve to completely waterproof a level where there is an interior dry space underneath. anti slip additives are added standard to these systems, and often traffic or safety lines are added at the same time. pedestrian traffic coatings are similar in composition and are well suited for any exterior concrete application such as stairs, balconies, and walkways. a coating applied for these purposes will drastically increase the lifespan, reduce maintenance, and be safer to walk on than typical concrete.
Industrial Urethane Cement
Urethane cement is a urethane combined with a cementitious mix of aggregates to create a thick heavy duty coating meant to stand up to the harshest of environments. and impacts. Different variations may be specified to include thermal shock properties such as in a commercial kitchen, or or processing plant low temperature areas such as a chiller room, , or high impact areas such as a loading dock where regular forklift use would quickly deteriorate regular concrete. urethane cement or urethane slurry floors are considered the most durable coatings on the market are designed to withstand heavy duty use.
