Each year millions of dollars are spent on coating systems that fail due to inadequate surface preparation or improper installation. The most substantial cost of a coating is not the product itself, but the cost associated with the surface preparation and application of the coating system. Thermal-Chem’s meticulous step-by-step installation process ensures high performance results.

Surface Preparation

• The concrete surface is abraded to remove contaminants and create a rough profile for maximum bond to the coating. This is best done using shot blasting, diamond grinding, or power sanding.
• All cracks and holes are patched and grinded as needed.

Base Coat & Aggregate Application

• The pigmented base epoxy coat is spread using a squeegee and back rolled for even thickness.
• While the base coat is still wet, the vinyl flake or quartz aggregate is broadcast into the basecoat and allowed to dry.
• The excess aggregate is scraped and vacuumed off.
• DecoQuartz receives a second base coat and additional broadcast of quartz aggregate prior to the topcoat application.

Top Coat Application

• A topcoat of UV resistant epoxy, urethane, or polyurea is spread using a squeegee and back rolled for an even thickness.
• With some systems a second topcoat is applied for longevity and maximum durability.