How Does pH Affect Polymer Coatings Ability to Adhere?
Let’s talk about pH and how easy it is to test, and the failures that can occur on a slab of concrete that is not within the normal standards.
How to prevent concrete coating failure due to moisture
As a concrete coatings contractor, moisture testing in concrete is a must. Not testing concrete leads to lost money and concrete coating failure due to moisture
How to Prep Concrete Surfaces for Epoxy Coatings
Learn about ten surface profiles that are considered to be acceptable for various types of Epoxy floor coating systems to be applied to the concrete 310.2R-2013
The Effects of Weather Variables When Installing Thermal-Chem Products
Installing Thermal-Chem’s portfolio of high-performance concrete coatings can be a very rewarding endeavor. With the expansion of custom colors…
Floor coating contractors… it pays to ask questions!
It has been said that there are no dumb questions, only the ones not asked. When visiting a new customer or an existing customer with a new project, it is…
Best Practices: Applying Thermal-Chem Coatings
Applying Thermal-Chem’s portfolio of high-performance concrete coatings can be difficult if the applicator is not well informed.
Why do my tires leave marks on my new epoxy garage flooring?
Selection of the correct top coat is as vital as the surface preparation for long term durability of epoxy garage flooring.
Case Study: Battery Manufacturing Plant Flooring
As the U.S. continues to move toward alternative energy sources, electric cars or hybrid cars (gas/electric) are selling at a rapid pace.
Why Do I Have Bubbles in My Epoxy Floor?
Here are the 5 MOST COMMON REASONS for bubbles in your epoxy flooring
How to Apply Epoxy Flooring
From tools and materials, to set up and preparation, to application and clean up, Thermal-Chem breaks down exactly how to apply epoxy flooring with our 7-step process guide.
Flooring Contractors Common Estimating Mistakes – And How to Avoid Them
Being a contractor today is tougher than ever working in this industry. Between material delays due to the pandemic, impatient customers, and beyond it’s even more important to increase your […]
Epoxy Cove Base: Material, Detail, & Installation
Use Case Detail & Information Integral monolithic epoxy are generally installed for the purpose of improving sanitation, cleanliness, wall surface protection, or waterproofing in potentially wet environments; such as kitchens, […]
Simple Cup Adhesion Test
Is Your Concrete Properly Prepped for Epoxy Coating? This test method can be used to determine the cleanliness of a concrete surface for the adhesion of epoxy coatings, epoxy overlays […]
How to Prep Concrete for Epoxy or Urethane Coatings
General Instructions for Surface Preparation of Concrete Substrates for Application of a Polymer Floor Coating or Overlay System There are many factors that can affect the adhesion and bonding capabilities of […]
Epoxy Flooring Materials List (Tools, Supplies, etc.)
While every epoxy floor coating installer has their own personal preferences on the equipment and tools they use, there are several basic materials needed for most installations. CLICK HERE to […]
How to Clean Epoxy Flooring
With proper technique and maintenance, cleaning your epoxy floor can keep it looking new for many years. Newly installed seamless epoxy polymer floors have a glossy shine look that […]
How Long Does Epoxy Flooring Last?
Epoxy flooring typically lasts 3 to 5 years. However, it all depends on the quality of the product, floor prep, installation, environment, and maintenance. In some cases, it can last […]
Epoxy Flooring: Everything You Need to Know
What is Epoxy? Epoxy is an adhesive, paint, plastic, or other material that is created as a polymer of epoxides. The term “epoxy” is used to describe coatings that are […]
The Most Common Epoxy Flooring Installation Problems
The Most Common Epoxy Flooring Installation Problems There are typically a handful of issues that installers most commonly see when installing a floor coating. The four most common are: Pin […]
Flooring Needs and Recommendations for Animal Facilities
Flooring Needs and Recommendations for Animal Facilities Whether you have a veterinary clinic, pet daycare facility, dog kennel, or animal laboratory, a safe and durable floor is an important requirement. […]
Simplify Your Concrete Crack Repairs with 729 ArmorGel
Epoxy polymer gel material for concrete crack and small hole repairs. Often times in the field a contractor has to make their own patch material using left over epoxy and […]
Marijuana Dispensary and Cultivation Centers Flooring
Marijuana Dispensary and Cultivation Centers are a growing industry with their own unique set of challenges. Because of how new the industry is, State regulations will likely become stricter so […]