Epoxy Flooring

* Epoxy flooring is a thermosetting resin applied as a coating on concrete floors.
* Forms a hard, durable, chemical-resistant surface.

Advantages

* Extremely tough and durable.
* Excellent chemical, abrasion, and impact resistance.
* Good adhesion to concrete.
* Can be applied in thick layers for heavy-duty use.
* Available in various colors and finishes (glossy, matte).

Typical Uses

* Industrial warehouses
* Manufacturing plants
* Garages and workshops
* Food processing plants (with proper food-safe grades)

Limitations

* Can be brittle, may crack under heavy impact.
* Not very UV resistant; can yellow or degrade in sunlight.
* Less flexible; not ideal for areas with substrate movement or temperature changes.

Polyurethane (PU) Flooring

* PU flooring is a flexible resin coating, often used as a topcoat over epoxy or as a standalone system.
* Offers elasticity and UV resistance.

Advantages

* High flexibility and abrasion resistance.
* Excellent UV stability—won’t yellow or degrade under sunlight.
* Good chemical resistance, especially to oils and solvents.
* Comfortable underfoot with some impact absorption.
* Often used as a clear or pigmented topcoat over epoxy.

Typical Uses

* Commercial buildings
* Sports facilities
* Hospitals and laboratories
* Areas exposed to sunlight or temperature fluctuations

Limitations

* Generally less hard and tough than epoxy.
* Usually more expensive than epoxy.
* Requires good surface preparation and proper application conditions.

Summary

Feature Epoxy Flooring PU Flooring
Hardness Very hard and durable Flexible, slightly softer
Chemical Resistance Excellent Very good
UV Resistance Poor (prone to yellowing) Excellent
Impact Resistance Good but can be brittle Better due to flexibility
Application Thick coats possible Usually thin coats or topcoats
Cost Generally lower Generally higher
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