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1. Introduction toEpoxy Floors
2. When it comes to floor coatings thereare many different
options. Among the most popular is epoxy, which is usedextensively
in commercial applications,as well as garages, businesses, andeven
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3. This material can be a greatchoice for a variety of needs,
but like any decision associated with something asserious as
changing the appearance of a building, it is essential that you
understand this type of floor coating sothat you can make an
informed, confident decision. www.ConcreteCoatingsSanAntonio.com
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4. What isEpoxy? www.ConcreteCoatingsSanAntonio.com (210)
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5. Epoxy is a material comprised of twoseparate components. An
odor free,generally colorless resin component and a darker hardener
component must be blended at the right proportions to create
through chemical reaction astrong plastic that is useful as a
durable flooring coating. www.ConcreteCoatingsSanAntonio.com (210)
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6. This material is polymer based,converting during the
chemicalreaction from a liquid polymer to a solid polymer. Due to
its compositionepoxy is highly decay resistant and has great
adhesive properties. www.ConcreteCoatingsSanAntonio.com (210)
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7. What are theBenefits of Choosingan Epoxy Floor
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8. Of course, it is the advantages of a product that make it
worth using, socomparing the potential benefits ofusing an epoxy
floor coating with yourgoals for your flooring project can helpyou
to determine if it is the best choice of
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9. There are several suchadvantages to epoxy,
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10. This material is quite durable and canbe customized to be
strongerdepending on your facilitys particular needs. Certain
materials can be added that enhance the durability so that it can
withstand greater traffic and usage.
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11. The epoxy mixture can take on color so you can select a
customized appearance to add a decorative element to your space.
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12. To further customize the appearanceyou can request special
additives suchas color chips or glitter for an evenmore
aesthetically pleasing finish. www.ConcreteCoatingsSanAntonio.com
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13. Epoxy is resistant to solvents, salt,grease, and
oil.www.ConcreteCoatingsSanAntonio.com(210) 491-0280
14. Are EpoxyProducts
Safe?www.ConcreteCoatingsSanAntonio.com(210) 491-0280
15. Unlike some products used duringhome improvement projects
there areno known negative effects associatedwith the chemicals
used to create epoxy
flooring..www.ConcreteCoatingsSanAntonio.com(210) 491-0280
16. These materials are considered verysafe when common sense
precautions are taken, just as with any
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17. Can They BeApplied
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18. Though there are plenty of companies around that offer
professional epoxy floor coating services, it is quitepossible to
install such a floor coating on your own if you do not
desirecomplex decorative
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19. There are many products available that provide such ease of
installation even someone that has never done such aproject can get
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20. The key is to choose the correct product.Some epoxy paints
are meant only forlow-traffic areas and come premixed, while others
come as a system that requires you to mix the material before
application but can withstand much higher
traffic.www.ConcreteCoatingsSanAntonio.com(210) 491-0280
21. For example, some of the low trafficpaints will not
tolerate the heat orabrasion of car tires. For higher durability
look for a kit that includes a durable top coat.It is very
important that you choose theright
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