Masters Professional Painting Gives Tips On Floor Maintenance

High Traffic Areas For Floors

Areas that see high traffic can be particularly brutal for floors. This could be somewhere such as a busy hospital that might see thousands of feet traverse its hallways each day or an industrial plant that must endure the added burden of forklifts and pallet jacks as well as numerous footsteps. Following some basic floor maintenance strategies can help your floor last longer while still looking fantastic.

1. Clean Frequently

At least daily, sweep the floor to remove dirt and debris. You should also follow this step if you are going to be mopping. Be sure to spot clean as soon as possible after a spill. Choose a cleanser based on the type of material that your commercial floor is made from. Otherwise, you could strip the shine from it, leaving it dull and dingy looking.

2. Cover It Up

In order to protect your floor in high traffic areas — or if you notice that particular part of the floor is becoming quite worn — consider adding some type of material to cover it. Carpet runners or rubber mats can provide some protection in this case. Using these, however, will increase your maintenance time and costs. In addition, because they are covering high traffic areas, you will likely need to replace them often.

3. Have Epoxy Applied

By far the easiest and most effective way to maintain your high traffic area is to have epoxy professionally applied by Masters Professional Painting. Durable enough to withstand anything that your commercial space can throw at it, epoxy floors are also affordable and resistant to chemicals, spills and stains. Because commercial businesses are all different, adding epoxy allows your flooring to be customized to meet your needs. Anti-skid line striping, as well as color coating help designate safe and hazardous areas, for example. In addition to making your floor stronger and easier to maintain, epoxy gives it a pleasant and shiny surface that looks as good as it lasts.

Based in Ohio, Masters Professional Painting offers superior flooring options for industrial locations throughout most of the northeast and southeast portion of the United States. Specializing in durable and attractive flooring options, Masters Professional Painting offers free estimates to help you get started.

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Benefits To An Epoxy Floor From Masters Professional Painting

In contrast with more conventional flooring options such as tile or concrete, the epoxy flooring options offered by Masters Professional Painting are chemically engineered to offer a wide array of advantages, including being fluid-applied for a nearly seamless, monolithic surface. Some advantages of this include:

-Hygiene. Self-adhesive tile or tile and grout floors are inherently comprised of a network of seams in the floor surface that can trap dirt, grime, spills, and microbes. Luxury vinyl plank or sheet flooring relies on heat-welded seams that are prone to cracking; the breached surface is one more place for bacteria to build up and proliferate. In contrast, fluid-applied flooring systems virtually eliminate these seams, making it easier to disinfect the space and maintain a more sanitary environment. Some epoxy and resinous finishes can also be formulated with antimicrobial agents that inhibit the growth of microbes throughout the depth of the flooring.

-Durability. In heavy traffic, the edges of individual floor tiles can present weak spots prone to fracturing or crumbling. Seamless epoxy flooring systems avoid having weak spots that are prone to fracturing and crumbling, as is common in tile floors. Resinous finishes may be installed at different thicknesses and can incorporate strengthening elements, such as special powders, aggregates and other additives, that furnish superior resistance to abrasion or puncture damage and outstanding compressive strength for heavy loads.

-More cost effective. Epoxy floors can be installed to yield similar visual and functional characteristics as granite, terrazzo, stained concrete, and other designer options for just a fraction of the cost. Additionally, resinous floor surface eliminate the need special upkeep, with no need to wax, buff, or regularly treat the flooring system once installed. Heightened durability means less frequent replacement and repair costs, and at the end of its long usable life, the old resinous flooring system need not be removed. It can be simply recoated with another decorative epoxy system or serve as the substrate for the next choice in floor covering. This can great lower replacement time and disposal costs.

-Better for the environment. In addition to reducing the waste associated with floor replacements, many epoxy floor coatings and similar resinous finishes can be made in part with recycled materials. They can also protect the environment surrounding the facility. Auto shops, industrial plants, and other facilities make use of dangerous chemicals and toxins that must be disposed of carefully. In the event of a spill, without the proper floor coating, the porous surface of the bare concrete slab would absorb the substance, allowing it to accumulate and eventually seep out into the surrounding soil and water. The same can happen with flooring systems possessing cracks or grout lines that provide an entry point for dangerous chemicals to enter into and leach through the slab. A properly selected and installed seamless epoxy floor minimizes this risk with its impermeable, nonporous surface that isolates toxins on the surface, allowing them to be properly cleaned up and disposed of.

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Epoxy Floors From Masters Professional Painting

Epoxy Floors From Masters Professional Painting

Epoxy floor coating has many uses and qualities, but most people don’t know much about this compound. There is a lot that goes into choosing the right flooring choice for your needs, and of course cost is always a factor. To help you decide if epoxy flooring is right for you, we thought that we would answer some frequently asked questions.

Is epoxy floor coating toxic?

Most people would be surprised to learn that most liquid epoxy resins, in its uncured state, are classified as “an irritant” material. This means that, if it came into contact with your eyes and/or skin, you might feel some irritation. Aquatic organisms are most at risk with liquid epoxy resins as it can be considered toxic to these types of animals. However, in solid form, epoxy resins are more often classified as non-hazardous material. Therefore, this form of epoxy resin is usually thought to be the safest form for use.

The main risk identified for use of epoxy resins (until it is set) is “sensitization.” This would be more of a concern if you frequently used epoxy resins, such as someone who worked in this field. This is simply the body becoming sensitive to the chemicals in the resin over time and extended use.

Epoxy resins in their cured (finished) state are non-hazardous. This means that once we complete the flooring installation and tell you it is safe to drive on, it is also safe for your family, pets, or employees.

Is there a specific color that I would have to use if I chose to go with epoxy flooring?

The quick and short answer is no. You would be surprised at all of the variations that are available to you. We have several epoxy color charts available for you to review, ranging from simple primary colors to granite chip and more. You are in the driver’s seat with this one.

Why should I choose epoxy floor coating over other types of flooring?

There are several benefits to choosing epoxy flooring over other types of flooring! One of the obvious benefits of choosing this type of flooring is the incredible durability and resistance found with epoxy. There is also the added bonus that it is easier to clean and maintain this surface and enjoy the seamless beauty found with epoxy flooring. The consumer is able to improve safety as well since epoxy flooring is an impact, slip, and fire resistant surface.

What type of cost is associated with choosing epoxy flooring?

The cost for epoxy floor coating is much more reasonable than you may expect. As stated before, you are in the driver’s seat, which means you control some of the cost associated with the flooring. The size of the area to be treated and the epoxy coating you decide, all play a role in the total cost.

Masters Professional Painting has over 15 years of experience and has installed hundreds of thousands of square feet of epoxy flooring for both residential and commercial applications. Give us a call today at: 740-756-7800 and let us help you get the professional service you deserve on your next commercial or residential flooring project.

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