Where Can You Use Epoxy Flooring?
Since its creation in the 1930s, the world has fallen in love with epoxy. It’s strong, durable, cost-effective and is used in a wide range of industries – from electronics to aerospace applications.
But thankfully this post doesn’t concern rocket science. We’ll actually be discussing something much more practical and relatable – epoxy’s role in flooring.
Let’s ask the team at Dulux Avista about where exactly you can use epoxy flooring:
Epoxy is super versatile
When it comes to applying epoxy flooring there is no doubt it is super versatile. Epoxy flooring can look great in any room of the house – especially with the range of modern products available to customise its look and give it a unique texture or colour. Epoxy on its own is not best suited to outdoor use. The Dulux Avista team recommend using the Epoxy with an approved Dulux Avista system for exterior. This includes using Dulux Avista’s decorative range of flakes or even sand. This is because epoxy will turn yellow and eventually go chalky when exposed to sunlight for an extended period,
Most popular applications for epoxy flooring
Nobody’s stopping you from ripping out the carpet in the bedrooms and laying down some epoxy flooring. But more commonly, you’ll find epoxy flooring in:
- Residential and Commercial Garages
Perfect for achieving that sleek, industrial look, epoxy flooring is also a practical solution for both residential and commercial garage floors since it’s hard-wearing and resistant. Clear-sealed epoxy results in a neutral grey finish which looks fantastic for any garage space – or get creative and mix with a Dulux Avista sealer tint for a unique finish.
- Kitchens and dining rooms
Kitchens and dining rooms have long been a favourite for epoxy floorings. There are several reasons why epoxy is perfect for kitchen and dining room floors. It is durable, easy to clean as well as low odour. It is tintable, which makes it easy to choose the perfect shade for your space. Dulux Avista Waterbased Epoxy also has multiple application techniques and can be used to create the beautiful decorative finishes:
- Stipple Stone
- Sand Spray Finish
- Natural Stone Look Flake
- Decorative Flake
- Terrazzo Finish Flake
- Marble Finish
- Warehouses and shed
Epoxy is ideal for the high-traffic and wear and tear of sheds and warehouses. It seals the floor protecting against dust and is easy to clean and maintain. A plain epoxy floor not only allows zoning out areas in sheds and light commercial warehouses by using different colours, it also allows painting clear lines so traffic can be kept moving smoothly, minimising the risk of crashes.
- Bathrooms
Not a big fan of polished concrete? Well, that’s where epoxy flooring is a favourite alternative for bathrooms. Rather than that exposed aggregate look of polished concrete, epoxy flooring offers a smooth and crisp finish for bathrooms, allowing you to select your colour too. Dulux Avista Waterbased Epoxy has a number of finishes suitable to the required slip rating, making it safe and practical for bathroom floors.
- Exterior
The Dulux Avista Epoxy can also be used externally when properly overcoated with a UV stable topcoat. The Dulux Avista Epoxy can be used as system on pool decks and patios, front steps, walkways as well as driveways. Not only that Epoxy has some great uses in childcare and community centres, libraries, outdoor covered spaces but also in cafes, retail and other light commercial applications.
You can use epoxy almost anywhere! When you use epoxy flooring, make sure you choose a high-quality manufacturer like Dulux Avista. With many different products including primers, sealers, tints and more, we’re you’re one-stop-shop for achieving your flooring goals. We’re known for our excellent product quality, with a reputation for being built for tough Australian conditions. Ideal for residential and light commercial applications, get your project started today- contact a Dulux Avista applicator in your area with ease by filling out the find an applicator form https://www.duluxavista.com.au/find-an-applicator/