Epoxy.com Product #15: Versatile Epoxy Resin for Flooring Applications

January 15, 2025

Epoxy.com Product #15 is a high-quality, 100% solids epoxy resin system renowned for its versatility in various flooring applications. Its exceptional chemical resistance and durability make it suitable for use as a floor sealer, primer, and mortar.

Applications and Uses

        1.        Floor Sealer:

        •        Purpose: Provides a protective barrier against chemicals, stains, and wear, enhancing the longevity of concrete floors.

        •        Application: Apply a clear coat over porous materials to seal and protect the surface.

        2.        Floor Primer:

        •        Purpose: Acts as a bonding agent between the substrate and subsequent epoxy coatings, ensuring adhesion, uniformity and reducing topcoat bubbles.

        •        Application: Use as a chemical-resistant primer before applying topcoats or additional flooring systems.

        3.        Mortar:

        •        Purpose: When combined with aggregates, it creates a robust mortar suitable for repairing potholes or creating seamless flooring coves.

        •        Application: Mix with silica sand to form a durable mortar for concrete repairs or as a base coving material.

Application Guidelines

        1.        Surface Preparation:

        •        Ensure the substrate is clean, dry, and free from contaminants such as oil, grease, or dust.

        •        Mechanically prepare the surface to achieve a profile suitable for epoxy adhesion.

        2.        Mixing:

        •        Combine Part A (resin) and Part B (hardener) in the recommended ratio.

        •        Mix thoroughly until a uniform consistency is achieved, avoiding the introduction of air bubbles.

        3.        Application:

        •        As a Sealer: Apply with a roller or squeegee, ensuring even coverage.

        •        As a Primer: Apply a thin coat and allow it to become tacky before applying subsequent layers.

        •        As a Mortar: After mixing with aggregates, trowel the mixture onto the prepared surface, compacting it to ensure proper bonding.

        4.        Curing:

        •        Allow the applied epoxy to cure as per the manufacturer’s recommendations, considering ambient temperature and humidity.

        •        Protect the area from traffic and moisture during the curing process to ensure optimal results.

Advantages of Epoxy.com Product #15

        •        Chemical Resistance: Exhibits excellent resistance to strong acids, alkalis, and most industrial chemicals and solvents, making it suitable for harsh environments.

        •        Durability: Quartz floors are incredibly durable, making them suitable for high-traffic areas and heavy-duty use.

        •        Versatility: Can be applied as a thin coating or as a thick aggregate-filled system, accommodating various application needs.

        •        UV Stability: Slower than other clear epoxies to oxidize in direct sunlight and indoor UV light, reducing yellowing and maintaining appearance over time.

        •        Non-Shrink: Maintains volume during curing, ensuring dimensional stability and adherence to the substrate.

        •        Low Viscosity: Exhibits excellent wetting properties, allowing for deep penetration into substrates and effective bonding.

Epoxy.com Product #15 is a reliable and versatile solution for various flooring applications, offering superior performance and longevity. Its adaptability as a sealer, primer, quartz flooring system, or mortar making it an excellent choice for both industrial and residential projects.

For more detailed information Contact Us Today:

Call: 321-206-1833 (orders)

352-533-2167 (technical support)

Email: sales@epoxy.com

Visit: www.epoxy.com       

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Posted by Norm Lambert

Epoxy.com and Its Wide Range of Products

September 23, 2024

Introduction

Epoxy.com is a leading manufacturer supplier of high-performance epoxy and related products, serving a diverse range of industries worldwide. Known for its commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction, Epoxy.com offers an extensive product portfolio designed to meet the needs of various applications, including industrial, commercial, and residential sectors.

Company Overview

History and Mission

Founded with a mission to provide superior epoxy solutions, Epoxy.com has established itself as a trusted name in the industry. The company focuses on continuous improvement, research, and development to deliver products that meet the highest standards of performance and reliability.

Product Range

Epoxy.com offers a comprehensive array of products categorized into several key areas including but not limited to:

Epoxy Flooring

Epoxy Coatings

Epoxy Adhesives and Sealants

Marine and Waterproofing Systems – almost all our products can waterproof in one form or another.

Concrete Repair and Restoration

And many other Specialty Epoxy Systems

Innovation and Quality Control

Epoxy.com prides itself on innovation and rigorous quality control. The company’s research and development team continuously work on improving existing products and developing new solutions to meet emerging market needs. Every product undergoes stringent testing to ensure it meets the highest performance standards.

Customer Support and Services

Epoxy.com offers comprehensive customer support, including technical assistance, product selection guidance, and application instruction. The company’s dedicated team ensures that customers receive the right products and support for their specific projects.

Environmental Commitment

Epoxy.com is committed to environmental sustainability. The company formulates its products to be environmentally friendly, with low to no VOC content and minimal environmental impact. Epoxy.com also adheres to strict environmental regulations and promotes sustainable practices within its operations.

Conclusion

Epoxy.com stands out as a leader in the epoxy products industry, offering a wide range of high-quality solutions for diverse applications. From durable floor coatings to advanced adhesives and specialty systems, Epoxy.com provides products that deliver superior performance and reliability. With a strong focus on innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction, Epoxy.com continues to be a trusted partner for industrial, commercial, and residential projects.

Would you like to know more about Epoxy.com products and installation process or recommendations for specific applications? For help email me norm@epoxy.com or call me at 1-352-533-2167.

www.epoxy.com

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Mitigation of Concrete Slab Chemical Vapors

January 29, 2020

How do I stop chemicals gas vapors from contaminated soils passing though a concrete slab? This is a question I get frequently from owners and environmental mitigation experts.

Background

Chemical contamination vapors tend to pass though a concrete slab and get into the air above. Stopping the migration of the gas through a slab is frequently a requirement of repurposing a space.

The following steps can be used to mitigate chemical vapors into your space above it. Without the right tools these vapors in the air from contamination under that slab can be quite pervasive.

Each job needs to be evaluated on an individual bases. The tools below make the solution less evasive.

Cracks through the Concrete Slab

The most direct way for soil contamination gasses to get in is through cracks. Cracks are the path of least resistance, so most of your vapors come through cracks in the floor. That is a very easy fix Product #684LV – Methyl Methacrylate Crack Healer and Sealer.

The #684LV has about the viscosity (thickness) of diesel fuel. That makes it easy to gravity feed into small cracks small porous areas of the concrete. It welds the cracks back together with a bond strength that is greater than the tensile strength of the concrete. In other words structurally you have the monolithic structure that the concrete was intended to be.

Expansion Joints

Expansion joints are the also a very direct route for vapors to come in. To seal these joints use Product #632 – Chemical Resistant Joint Filler. This is a highly chemical resistant joint filler. It will not only keep the vapors out. If there is going to be a chemical exposure to the surface there will it will stop the chemicals from attacking your concrete and further contaminating the soils below it.

Sealing the Surface of the Concrete Slab.

The next step is to prime the concrete with Product #12 Chemical Resistant Primer / Sealer.

This is where there is a couple of ways to go. You can apply an additional coat or coats of the #12 or go on to Coating the Concrete Slab below. Our optional translucent Synthetic Anti-Skid Fine may be added to the #12 if it is used in additional coats as a clear sealer.

The Product #12 Primer Sealer can also be mixed with silica sand and used as a patching material for potholes and otherwise damaged concrete if required.

Coating the Concrete Slap 

In many cases you will want to install a coating over the concrete slab.  There are a number of options for doing this but here are a few of the most common ones.  The biggest difference between these coatings is the chemical resistance. Please See Chemical Resistance Chart for a comparison of chemical resistance of the products below. All of these products are 100% solid, zero voc.  All of the coatings in this section are highly durable and resist the abrasion of traffic. 

UV Resistant Top-Coating

For jobs that will see direct sunlight.  It may be desirable to add an ultra violet (UV) Resistant top coating for the systems above.  

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Posted by Norm Lambert

Extending The Epoxy Install Season

October 17, 2017

Cold Temperature Epoxy

Installing Epoxy on Garage Floors in Cold Temperatures

Extend Epoxy Installation Season into Winter

It is that time of year again when I start getting  a lot of calls and emails about installing epoxy in cold temperatures. epoxy_color_chart_s

The best time to protect your floor is before it sees any salt at all. If you have a new garage floor now is the time to protect it.  It is still possible to do older floors but the more salt it sees the more difficult and expensive it can be.

The night temperatures are dropping this time of year. It is still possible to coat your garage floor before temperatures drop too low. Our cold temperature epoxies will cure with substrate temperatures as low as 35 degrees F, although it will set a lot faster at 40 degrees F.

Protecting your garage floors is especially  important in areas that will see salt from roads or ocean spray.  You will want to protect your garage from the ravaging effects of salt deterioration. Without protecting your floor salt will damage your garage floor and make for very expensive repairs later if it is not well protected.

It is not too late to protect your floor even in cold climates if you move quickly now.  Without this protection your garage floor will not be as nice come spring as it is now.  The damage that takes place is not only aesthetic but structural.

Cold Temperatures Epoxies

Cold Temperature Cure Epoxy Resins allow installation to be done at low temperatures as low as 35°F., (although it sets a lot faster at 40°F) expanding your epoxy coating and epoxy flooring installation season. Epoxy.com Cold Temperature Cure Epoxy Resins can also be used in cold storage areas like food processing areas, where the temperature cannot be raised higher than 35° F or so. Normal cured epoxy typically requires 50°F or more.

Depending on how you mix the aggregate into the products below, they can be used as a mortar for overlays, or a grout for sealing between other hardened construction materials.

Commonly Used Cold Temperature epoxies

Product #1 Cold Temperature Cure Epoxy Coating is 100% solids and specially formulated coatings for cold temperature applications. Cold Temperature Epoxy Coating #1 is able to cure at temperatures as low as 35°F. It has Zero (0) VOCs. Since it has no VOCs, it has no solvent so it meets the strictest possible standard for a low VOC coating. It is often used in coolers and food preparation areas that require constant low temperatures. Product #1 Cold Temperature Cure Epoxy Coating is also frequently used in room temperature applications to meet super-fast cure, limited shutdown needs.

Product #10 Cold Temperature Curing Epoxy Mortar Resin – This product has a low modulus of elasticity (flexibility) and is Low Viscosity. The low viscosity allows heavy loading of the right fillers. The heavy filler loading helps not only to save money, but helps to maintain better thermal coefficient with respect to concrete and steel. The low modulus of elasticity prevents it from being brittle making it less vulnerable to thermal coefficient differences. It also gives it better impact resistance.

You can find more information on cold temperature cured epoxy at: http://www.epoxy.com/EpoxyColdCured.aspx.

Please send me your questions to me by email to norm@epoxy.com

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