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What is resin flooring?
A resin floor is a hardwearing plastic surface, created by mixing together a selection of ingredients to initiate a fast and controlled chemical reaction. The chemical reaction creates a highly durable finish, ideal for the heaviest use environments.
The simplest form of resin flooring, a resin coating consist of:
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Formulated synthetic resin
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Separate hardener
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As performance demands intensify – typically resulting in an increase in resin floor thickness – the range of ingredients grows to include aggregates, pigments, decorative chips/flakes and in some cases, cement powder.
Step 1 – Primer
Most resin floors utilise a primer which penetrates into / reacts with the substrate to create a high strength and reliable bond which is essential to the longevity of the floor.
Step 2 – Bodycoat
The primer is typically followed by a main structural layer, often referred to as the bodycoat, which creates the bulk of the floor thickness and provides many of the key performance elements such as impact resistance, flexibility and compressive strength, as well as defining the decorative finish of the floor.
Step 3 – Seal coat
Most resin floors will be finished with 1 to 3 seal coats to encapsulate the body coat and decorative element of the floor and provide the final performance characteristics, such as chemical and wear resistance.
Types of resin flooring
Three main types of resin are used to create majority of resin flooring systems:
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Methyl Methacrylate (MMA)
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Epoxy
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Polyurethane (PU)
Price
As a derivative of plastic, it has a very simple method of manufacturing and is relatively fast to install. Couple this with being a cheap product in contrast to materials like concrete, resin has a lot of positives going for it.
Cost-effectiveness is a key appeal of resin floors and makes them suitable for large spaces such as warehouses.
Additional layers, such as sealants and protective layers that are
skid-resistant, will add to the price of the installation
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What's the difference between resin and epoxy flooring? A. Epoxy coating resin has a more viscous consistency as compared to casting resin. It dries or cures faster than casting resin. Compared to casting resin, epoxy coating resin has relatively shorter processing times. Because the ink layers do not mix, they can be better controlled.
Q. Is this type of flooring expensive to install? A. Not at all. Due to it's nature, it requires much less prep work compared to wood and carpet.
Q. Does resin flooring last long? A. Resin and epoxy flooring are both incredibly robust and long-lasting flooring solutions. They also require minimal upkeep and maintenance compared to traditional flooring.
Q. How long does it take to install? A. Usually, the installation process itself can be finished within a day or two. This will typically depend on how much preparation the old floor will need before the new floor can be placed. Once the flooring is installed, all you need to do is wait
Q. How expensive are resin and epoxy flooring? A. The average resin floor cost per square metre is between £7 and £15 per m2 for floor coating. If, however, you want the ultimate resin flooring and opt for a high-performance polyurethane flooring, the resin floor cost per square metre will be a lot higher, more in the region of £50 - £100 per m2. Whatever type of resin flooring option you go for, preparation is key. Your floors will need to be in good condition before any resin is added, so make sure you factor in the cost of any floor prep work into your budget.
