Before moving on to the technology, it's important to understand the benefits:
- High impact resistance — the floor can withstand the fall of heavy objects, trolleys, and equipment vibrations without breaking or cracking.
- Elasticity — polyurethane retains flexibility at temperature changes, compensates for base movements, and is resistant to shrinkage cracks.
- Chemical and moisture resistance — the coating does not deteriorate when exposed to oils, acids, alkalis, surfactants, and water.
- Durability and longevity — the service life is 10-15 years under intensive use, and it does not require complex maintenance.
- Anti-slip effect — it is possible to create a rough surface with quartz sand, which ensures safety for personnel and equipment.
Where polyurethane floors are used
- Production and assembly shops
- Parking lots and underground garages
- Food processing plants and warehouses
- Refrigerators and freezers
- Service stations, car washes, workshops
- Спортивные объекты и залы
Polyurethane coating options
- Thin-layer (1.5-2 mm) — for light-duty rooms
- Pourable reinforced (3–6 mm) — for production and warehouses
- Polyurethane-cement systems are suitable for wet and hot areas (up to +120 °C)
Stages of work
- Base preparation: grinding, milling, dusting, and crack repair
- Priming: Applying a polyurethane primer for maximum adhesion
- The main layer is a polyurethane composition with a possible addition of quartz
- Finishing — protective coating (optional: matte, glossy, colored, UV-resistant)
Advantages and disadvantages
Positive
- A durable surface that is resistant to dynamic loads.
- Climate-resistant means resistant to moisture, frost, and temperature fluctuations.
- Easy final finishing is suitable for tiles, stone, decking boards, and self-leveling compounds.
- Long service life — decades with the right technology.
- The optimal cost is that cement and sand are inexpensive, and the technology is time-tested.
Minuses
- Long cycle of strength development. Full drying and readiness for operation take up to 28 days, which is important to consider when planning the timing of work.
- Sensitivity to device technology. Improper installation of waterproofing, slope formation, or coating maintenance can lead to cracks, deformation, and subsidence of the floor.
- Dependence on weather conditions. Work can only be carried out at temperatures above +5 °C, and in rainy weather, it is necessary to provide protection from moisture.
The Texnopol polyurethane floor is a reliable and safe coating that retains its properties in the most severe operating conditions. Request a specialist visit for an assessment and cost calculation, and we will find the optimal solution for your facility.
