Resin floors have become increasingly popular in the industrial sector as they are incredibly durable, offer higher levels of chemical and slip resistance and are extremely easy to maintain. Typically, they are also UV stable, which is important for clean rooms, and offer the flexibility to adapt to different lighting conditions, which helps minimise shadowing.
The type of resin used to create a floor will depend on the specific application, with PMMA (polymethyl methacrylate) resin being ideal for fast curing and high speed applications. This is because it offers a surprisingly quick curing time, meaning that the floor can be poured and ready to use within just hours of installation. This enables factories, workshops and laboratories to avoid costly shut downs and allows for production to continue as normal whilst the floor is installed.
Another common form of resin is polyurethane (PU), which offers improved heat and chemical resistance and is the ideal choice for workshop and laboratory environments that deal with chemicals or frequently fluctuating temperatures. This type of resin can be used in the same way as other types of epoxy flooring, but has an extended life expectancy and is better suited to areas that will receive high volumes of foot traffic and fork lift truck activity.
A third option is decorative epoxy resin flooring contractors, which comes in a variety of flake colours and can be customised to fit the style of any setting, including hospitals, pharmaceutical facilities and manufacturing sites. This type of resin floor can be incorporated with chevrons or anti-slip surface finishes, and is often chosen by clients looking for a more unique appearance. It can also be used in conjunction with a bespoke colour blend to match the corporate identity of any client.
One downside to a resin floor is that, without an additional skid resistant layer, it can be slippery when wet. This can present a health and safety issue, especially in environments where people are working with heavy machinery or moving around quickly. It is therefore recommended that a skid-resistant coating is added to a resin floor where there will be significant amounts of wet work.
Although it is possible to install a resin floor without a skid-resistant coating, this is not advisable in the majority of cases. The lack of traction will increase the risk of accidents, which will in turn decrease the lifespan of the floor. However, by adding a skid-resistant layer to the floor, this can be prevented, and it will help to prolong the life of the floor significantly. For further advice, please contact a professional flooring company such as Monarch. Their team of experts are able to offer free technical advice. They can also provide a quotation for the required work. They can advise on the best type of floor for your specific requirements and help you to select the right finish. They have extensive experience of installing resin floors for a wide range of industrial settings across London.