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Epoxy Flooring

Friday, August 5th, 2011

With all the flooring options available today, there is one that is growing in popularity that you may not have considered, epoxy flooring.  This innovative product is being recognized for its long list of benefits and is moving out of the garage and showing up in some unexpected spaces throughout the home.

Epoxy flooring is now available in dozens of decorative options and custom designs.  Its durability is hard to beat, lasting 15-30 years in most applications.  This product is the ultimate in low maintenance flooring for many reasons.  Epoxy floors are waterproof, resistant to acid, chemicals and oil, are seamless and non-porous, and prevent the growth of mold and bacteria.  Epoxy floors are also a great way to add traction to an otherwise slippery environment.  It is simple to see why people are taking a harder look at what epoxy has to offer.

Now that home owners have recognized the benefits of epoxy it is showing up in many new spaces throughout the home.  What once was only used in the garage can now be seen in game rooms, kids playrooms, laundry rooms, finished basements, bathrooms, sunrooms, and even kitchens and living rooms!  The endless color and design options provide a look for everyone’s individual taste and space.

While some big-box retailers do sell do-it-yourself epoxy sets, they are almost never 100% epoxy like the product you would receive from a professional application.  Proper substrate preparation and application is essential to getting the look and durability you want, so professional application is recommended to ensure the epoxy floor has the look and performance to do the job expected for many years to come.  The installers will first grind down your concrete to create a level area and open the pores allowing for the best bond.  Once the floors are properly ground down they will apply multiple layers of epoxy in the color you chose.  Color chips or small colored quarts pieces can then be added in any pattern to add another dimension of color and traction.  A chemical resistant polyurethane coating seals the deal and ensures your floors will look great for many years no matter what you throw at them.

With the many benefits and custom design options, it is no secret why epoxy floors are becoming the new flooring option of choice in many homes.  If you want a durable floor with little maintenance and endless color options, epoxy flooring may be the right choice for you too!  Epoxy flooring is just another one of the many services we offer at FocalPoint Flooring & Cabinets, so stop in and talk to one of our knowledgeable staff members today!

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