What is a resin floor?

What Are Resin Floors? Resin floors are a widely used flooring solution. This system utilizes a mix of materials to create a hardened resin surface. This solution is applied in a liquid form, crafting a seamless flooring system. Resin flooring solutions are incredibly durable and built to last.
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Is resin flooring good?

Resin Floors Are An Excellent Type Of Flooring

They are cheap and strong, and while they may have issues in certain areas it is possible to mitigate these in most cases. Resin flooring works well in commercial and industrial settings but can be applied in residential spaces too.
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How long do resin floors last?

Long-Lasting, Environmentally-Friendly Floors

Epoxy floors typically last 10 to 20 years and can last even longer with the proper maintenance and touch-ups. When it finally comes time to replace your floor, there will be no need for removal, and no need to throw away your old flooring.
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Are resin floors durable?

Epoxy Floor Coating. Epoxy flooring is long-lasting and durable. It is five times thicker than normal paint, is waterproof and has excellent abrasion and chemical resistance. This means it can cope with high volumes of footfall and with heavy equipment and products being moved around.
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Do resin floors crack?

The high tensile strength and resistance of resin flooring ensures protection against scratches and damage, resulting in a durable, completely crack free surface.
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What are the disadvantages of epoxy flooring?

Cons of Epoxy Flooring
  • Strong Application Fumes. During the epoxy application process, wet epoxy gives off an unpleasant smell. ...
  • Long Curing Time. ...
  • Slippery When Wet. ...
  • Economical Flooring Choice. ...
  • Resistant to Damage. ...
  • Weather-withstanding. ...
  • Aesthetically Pleasing. ...
  • Protects and Decreases Wear & Tear.
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How thick is a resin floor?

The thickness of epoxy flooring can range from anywhere between 300 microns (0.01 inches) and 5mm (⅕ inch). 300 microns is the thinnest that you can go. 5mm is the thickest you can choose, but instances have arisen before where a floor needs a coat that is 1 cm (0.4 inches) thick.
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Are resin floors slippery?

Epoxy floors are slippery

While epoxy floors may look slippy they are far from it. In comparison to most other smooth surfaces, you'll find that epoxy floors are far less slippery while they're also skid resistant. If you do install an epoxy floor there are slip-resistant options that come with it.
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How do you care for a resin floor?

Once a week

A SENSO resin floor will remain beautiful for a long time when cleaned weekly. Loose dirt and dust can be wiped off or vacuumed. Use a soft broom or vacuum cleaner fitted with a parquet brush. Cold water and a mop are sufficient for removing stains.
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Are resin floors warm?

Resin flooring will feel warmer underfoot on its own, but both resin and concrete can be combined with underfloor heating.
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Is epoxy flooring cheaper than tile?

Epoxy flooring is usually cheaper than tiled flooring, but it depends on the qualities and finishes of what you compare. Epoxy can cost anywhere between $30-$100 per sqm installed. The price range for vinyl tiles is similar, while for ceramic tiles the average cost is a lot more – $90-$150 per square metre.
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Are epoxy floors worth it?

Epoxy flooring protects the underlying concrete from moisture, stains, grease and cracks. In the long run, this can save you a great deal on cleaning and maintenance costs by eliminating the need to clean carpet or grout. It's also very reasonably priced for the duration and level of protection that it offers.
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Do epoxy floors scratch easily?

Does epoxy flooring scratch easily? Epoxy flooring doesn't scratch easily due to it being a hard resin coating, however like any surface if something sharp enough scratches the surface, scratches may appear.
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Is resin flooring suitable for kitchens?

A SENSO resin floor is a strong floor for the kitchen, resistant to all fluids that may feature in your kitchen, such as water, juice, coffee and wine, but also olive oil, fat and soap.
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What is resin flooring made of?

Simply put, resin flooring is a durable plastic surface made up of, at its most basic level, a synthetic resin and a separate hardener. This is considered a resin coating – if you require more durable industrial flooring, then the resin floor will need to become thicker.
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Can you have underfloor heating with resin floors?

We are often asked the question can we install under floor heating with resin floors. YES! Is the simple answer. We have done a lot of research in the past and more recently had lots of experience in fitting Resin flooring over under floor heating (UFH) with it becoming the evermore-popular choice.
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Are resin floors easy to clean?

Epoxy floors are highly water resistant and very easy to clean when liquid spills occur.
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Can I steam clean a resin floor?

Using the pressure washer or steam cleaner, work the entire surface of the floor in a planned sequence. This will agitate and loosen hard-to-remove soiling or contamination. Flood with clean water and work over the floor surface once again.
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How hard wearing is a resin floor?

Resin Flooring solutions are extremely tough and durable. This is due to them having a higher compressive strength than concrete, meaning they can endure much more weight and impact damage than tiles and vinyl without cracking or moving.
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Is resin flooring the same as epoxy flooring?

Epoxy is widely used as the go-to resin flooring type for most industrial needs. As it comes in many subtypes, you'll need to understand each to select your floor properly. Generally, epoxy and its variants carry similar core properties.
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Can resin be used in bathroom?

Resin is a material that is not subject to harmful emissions, so it is ideal for coating places like bathrooms. Resin coatings have no fissure or crack where dirt and bacteria can settle causing stinky mold.
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Can you put resin on concrete?

Resin bound surfacing can be laid on either a concrete surface (non permeable) or on a permeable asphalt surface.
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Is epoxy resin self leveling?

Yes, ArtResin epoxy resin is self leveling, which makes it really easy to work with. After you mix the hardener and the resin, pour it out onto your clean, dry surface.
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Can you epoxy uneven concrete?

Epoxy is not suitable for leveling rough concrete slabs. 2. A common misconception is that by applying a high build epoxy coating (like a self leveling) on uneven concrete the floor will magically become smooth and level. THIS WILL NOT HAPPEN!
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