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What is a metallic epoxy floor coating?

Definition (1): A metallic epoxy floor coating is quite simply a low yellowing epoxy, with a metallic pigment mixed within. In other words, tiny, almost glitter-like pigments are mixed into an epoxy resin and then poured onto ...

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6 Tips on Choosing Aircraft Hangar Flooring

6 Tips on Choosing Aircraft Hangar Flooring

With the development of air transport, airports and airlines around the world are investing in high-end infrastructure and facilities for airplanes.  According to the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) the number of passengers in 2016 was 3.8 billion compared to 2.28 billion in 2009. This dynamic...

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Urethane Coatings Vs. Epoxy Coatings: Which Is Better?

Urethane Coatings Vs. Epoxy Coatings: Which Is Better?

If you own an industrial facility, commercial space, or community building that needs a new floor coating, you’re probably wondering where to even start. With so many options out there today, it can be difficult to decide which is best...

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What is Epoxy Flooring? Types of Industrial Epoxy Flooring Systems and Where to Use Them

What is Epoxy Flooring? Types of Industrial Epoxy Flooring Systems and Where to Use Them

Definition of Epoxy Flooring ep·ox·y, /iˈpäksē/ Noun: an adhesive, plastic, paint, or other material made from a class of synthetic thermosetting polymers containing epoxide groups Adjective: consisting of or denoting epoxy Verb: glue (something) using epoxy resin Epoxy is a term that’s come...

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How to Paint a Concrete Floor

How to Paint a Concrete Floor

Painting a concrete floor is a great way to seal and improve the look and performance of the floor. Because concrete has special characteristics, however, it also has special needs when it comes to being painted. To...

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What’s the Difference between Shot Blasting & Sandblasting ?

What’s the Difference between Shot Blasting & Sandblasting ?

Like many people, you might be confused about the difference between sandblasting and shot blasting. The two terms appear similar but sandblasting and shot blasting are actually separate processes both involved in the overall abrasive blasting business. The difference between sandblasting...

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Polished Concrete

Polished Concrete

Polished Concrete Polished concrete is concrete that has been processed through a series of mechanically ground "polishing/grinding" steps similar to the production of terrazzo. This process also includes the use of a penetrant chemical known as a hardener. The concrete densifier/hardener...

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Applications and Advantages of Epoxy Flooring

Applications and Advantages of Epoxy Flooring

Epoxy floor coatings are commonly used for commercial and industrial flooring. Epoxy coatings are normally applied over concrete floors to provide a high-performance, smooth, and durable surface that can last many years and withstand heavy loads. Many industrial sites, warehouses,...

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