Concrete floors are commonly used in so many commercial, industrial and residential settings. It is a versatile building material that can be used for both outdoor and indoor applications. When it comes to concrete floors, there are many coatings that you can use and they can improve or add to the properties of the concrete.
You can choose the paint or coating type depending on your requirements and the nature of the space. Epoxy coatings are commonly used on concrete floors to increase chemical and abrasion resistance. These will also improve durability of the concrete floors. The coatings are made from a combination of hardener and epoxy resin and you can apply this to the concrete floor to create a hard and glossy surface. You can use this coating in industrial applications as well because they can withstand spills and heavy traffic. And it will still retain the appearance of the original finish for a long time which will help extend its aesthetic appeal. You can find so many different finishes and colours with epoxy coatings. You can even have metallic coatings to add a little more interest and create a beautiful space.
In industrial and commercial settings, you can find that polyurethane coatings can provide many benefits. This coating is resistant to UV radiation which will prevent fading. And you can use polyurethane coating in harsh environments because of their high durability and resistance to chemicals. Some of the finishes you will come across in this type of coating are matte, semi-gloss and gloss. You can even have coloured coatings. If you are looking for a coating that can be used on the concrete floor at home, you can look into acrylic coatings. These are resistant to stains and are highly durable. Acrylic coatings are water based and this will allow them to dry quickly contributing to a fast installation. You can choose different colours and finishes to match your interior design and colour themes.
For decorative options, you can look into stained concrete coatings. The final look will mimic the appearance of marble or natural stone. But you will be able to achieve a similar effect at a lower cost compared to using actual marble or stone. You will need to apply an acid solution and water to the surface of the concrete to achieve the colour change. This colour change is permanent. You can find stained concrete coatings in so many different colours and finishes. There are also concrete dyes to give a transparent or semi-transparent colour to the surface of the colour. But unlike the acid stains, these don’t chemically react with the concrete. For protective purposes, you can apply a sealer on top of the concrete floor. It will protect the concrete from moisture and stains. You can find sealers that are water based and solvent based in a variety of finishes. And this is a cost effective way of extending the life time of your concrete floor. You can also use sealers as a base coat before you apply other types of coatings.
