Steps Epoxy Experts Follow to Apply Epoxy Floor Paint
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Steps Epoxy  
Experts Follow 
to  Apply Epoxy 
Floor  Paint
There is no rocket science behind applying epoxy floor coatings. The process is 
almost as simple and  easy as rolling paint on the wall or across a porch floor. But 
even if the process of coating a floor with  epoxy is easy, it does not mean you can 
do it all by yourself without any professional help. If you are  thinking of getting an 
epoxy floor coating, it is suggested to hire the best epoxy flooring contractors  in 
Melbourne.
Regardless of the place, the epoxy flooring experts follow a set procedure which 
remains the same.  In this blog, I will explain the steps that the epoxy flooring 
experts follow.
Before beginning the procedure, the floor is thoroughly cleaned and patched. If 
you try to do it by  yourself using the epoxy kit, you may only get one coat of 
coverage but you would require at least  two layers.
After cleaning, the epoxy floor coating process is started. The below given guide is a 
summary of the  steps on how to apply epoxy coating on the floor.
This guide will suit a simple roller applied floor. Such epoxy coatings are normally 
applied with a coat  of primer and 2 coats of epoxy floor coating. Epoxy floors are 
good for light and medium wear and  tear. Perfect for the places like garages and 
storage rooms.
If you are seeking a floor for heavy and industrial goods, then you may want to 
know the use of a  self-leveling floor. This floor type tends to have a larger 
thickness.
Now, let us look into the steps that epoxy flooring professionals follow:
Preparing the Floor Surface
This is the first step and crucial because it forms the foundation 
of the entire  process. Once the foundation is strong, the rest of 
the process goes smooth.
Preparation of the substrate is important because it will ensure 
adhesion  between the epoxy product and the substrate. It is 
important to keep the floor  prepared beforehand. Without proper 
preparation, the floor could fail. Alos,  fixing it will turn out to be 
more costly too.
So, one must never underestimate the importance of proper 
surface  preparation. The surface with the slightly rough profile is 
needed. It allows the  mechanical bonding between the concrete 
surface and the epoxy primer.
Not just this, the surface needs to be cleaned and needs to be 
kept free of  chemicals and oils. This is necessary because such 
substances block the epoxy  from sticking to the substrate.
Here are some of the commonly used methods for preparing the 
surface like:  Grinding using a diamond grinding
Shot-blasting  
Sanding
Milling/ 
scarifying
Diamond grinding is one of the most popular and widely used 
method to  prepare the surface. To be able to grind the floor, you 
will have to use number  of grinding tools depending on the 
requirement.
For instance, to grind the rough concrete, you would require 
aggressive and  coarse diamond tool. In case you want to give 
the existing surface a light  sanding, you can choose a high grit 
sanding tool.
Cleaning the Floor
In this step, you are required to vacuum the floor. Before 
applying the  epoxy, you would need a clean floor free of 
dust or any residue. This  step is important because if 
cleaning is not done:
Dirt particles will make your floor look 
dirtier.  The dirt particles will get trapped 
within the coat.  Adhesion will 
significantly get weak.
The less micro-dust, the less primer you 
will need.
Use industrial vacuum to clean the surface as it picks even 
the smallest  dust particle and also has suitable filters.
Steps to Apply Epoxy Coat
The epoxy flooring contractors in Melbourne use the 
following steps like;
Prime the Floor
Once you have cleaned the floor, the next step is to create a 
surface which  will allow the epoxy to bond the substrate. To 
make this happen, the epoxy  installers apply epoxy primer.
Applying primer is important because;
It gives the floor a long-life i.e., increases 
durability  Reduces emergence of bubbles 
and gases in the epoxy  M inimizes absorption
Increases ease of 
maintenance  It is eco-
friendly
Also, it is a better 
adhesion to the substrate.
Not just this, by priming the floor, the quantity of products 
used in later  stages of epoxy flooring also reduces. At the 
same time, ensure that the  areas are properly ventilated.
In some cases, if you will apply the primer, you may notice that 
the product  gets really quickly absorbed by the substrate. 
This happens when the floor  is dusty and made of soft 
cement. After the first one, apply a second coat  of primer. 
Use electrical mixer and mix A and B component of the 
primer.
Use Epoxy Grout and Fill the Cracks,  
Holes
Before coating, eliminated all the holes, dents and cracks 
from the floor.  Large holes and gaps are filled in advance 
with the help of fast drying  cement mortar. Complete this 
step in the beginning before grinding and  applying the 
primer.
If the cracks and holes are small, fill them either before or 
after applying  the primer.
Types of Epoxy Fillers
There are different epoxy fillers.
Either use 100% clear epoxy resin and mix it in with a filler, 
such as  quartz sand and calcium carbonate. Add the filler 
as required to get the  desired texture and thickness of the 
product.
If mixing clear resin and adding filler is too complicated, 
adding epoxy  patching grout will make it less messy.
After that, leave the epoxy putty to dry. Most probably, it 
will require  sanding before proceeding to the next step.
First Coat of Epoxy Paint
All the above steps can take few days. After you are done with 
the above  steps, this is the time that requires applying the 
first coat. The first coat  helps in revealing the floor. The first 
layer of colored epoxy will show the  actual substrate. After 
the first coat, the remaining cracks and holes will be  visible.
The first coat of epoxy is applied with the help of a roller or a 
squeegee. If  there are many small dents and microscopic holes 
in your floor, squeegee is  used to create a first layer a filler 
coat.
Before starting the process of coating, all contents of the 
hardener are  emptied in the component. Mix everything for 
two minutes with the help of  an electrical mixer. Do not skimp 
on the mixing. This is one of the most  important steps because 
if mixing is not done well, it will lead to a tacky  floor.
The professional epoxy installers work in a group so they 
have enough  helping hands to work on a single project at 
a time.
It is never advised to apply epoxy on your own because the 
product tends to  have a short pot life like for 30-45 minutes 
only. So, you would always need a  help whenever applying 
epoxy.
If you apply a roller, using a good quality roller is suggested 
because the  poor-quality rollers may start to shed. Also use a 
paint brush and masking  tapes to deal with edges.
Final Sanding
This step is not the final but equally vital as it comprises of final 
sanding.  After 16-24 hours, the first coat must have dried up, 
making way for the next  steps to follow.
You may come across problems like new cracks and holes after 
applying the  first coat. Also, at the same time, dust and debris 
may get trapped on the  first coat.
If you apply the first coat with the help of squeegee, lines may 
get visible.  You would need to slightly sand that area to 
eliminate the marks that may be  visible on the final floor. If the 
dust gathers, use a vacuum cleaner to collect  the dust.
You can also use an epoxy thinner to wipe away the left-out 
dust. Make sure  that all the new holes and cracks are sealed 
before beginning the process. If  necessary, wait for another day 
for the grout to dry up before re-coating it.
Application of the Final Coat
Final step comprises of applying the epoxy coat. Even before 
the final step,  the entire area is cleaned and taken care of. For 
this step, use a high-quality  roller. Some like to spread the 
coating mixture with a squeegee. Then use a  roller to get a 
uniform surface.
If the surface you are applying epoxy coating to is too 
problematic, then you  may need a third coat to make the 
surface look perfect.
If you hire the epoxy flooring contractors in Melbourne, you will 
see the  epoxy experts following the similar steps as described 
above. To get the best  services, contact the best flooring 
contractors, i.e., Tuff Build and know  more about the services.
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