3, Mar 2024
The Advantages and Disadvantages of Indoor Resin Floors
An indoor resin floor is a hardwearing plastic surface created by mixing a range of components that initiate a controlled chemical reaction. In the simplest form, it is simply a coating of epoxy resin, but for enhanced performance characteristics like heat and chemical resistance more layers are applied and other ingredients added, such as aggregates, pigments, and decorative flakes.
Although primarily an industrial and commercial pavement, it has been increasingly used in homes in recent years thanks to its aesthetics, versatility, and excellent technical characteristics. Its durability means it resists heavy loads and wear-and-tear more effectively than other types of hard floors, which can be damaged more easily by sharp objects and machines.
Indoor Elegance: Enhancing Spaces with Indoor Resin Floors
Resin flooring is also impenetrable by bacteria, so maintenance is relatively simple. A weekly dusting and mopping with a recommended cleaner is usually sufficient to keep your floor spick and span. It is also easy to wipe away any spillages and stains.
The main drawback of resin floors is their limited resistance to sunlight, which can cause them to yellow over time. There are some retardant treatments available to slow this process, but they don’t fully prevent it. It is therefore essential that your resin floor is located inside, and not exposed to direct sunlight.
Another advantage of resin floors is that they can be applied over existing pavements without requiring any construction work, reducing the cost of the project. They are also compatible with many common materials found in the home, such as tiles and concrete, promoting continuity by unifying the floor and stairs.
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- By rockintheriver