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Easy Ways to Transform Concrete Floors: Concrete Waterproofing Coatings

    Why Coat
    Concrete Surfaces?

    Concrete is porous despite its solid look. That makes it particularly susceptible to cracking, chipping or flaking (spalling) during freeze-thaw cycles and ground shift. Occasionally, damage starts with a poor new project set up. At other times, simple wear and tear of use over time does enough damage to ruin a floor.

    While paint and other floor coatings last a comparatively short time, ArmorThane floor coatings will retain benefits for years.  Besides the attractive look of a coated concrete floor, here are just some of the benefits for permanent surface protection:

     

    Add New Life
    to Old Floors

    Whether residential, commercial or industrial settings, there is no need for owners to settle for plain or clear coated concrete floors.  All of these areas can benefit from attractive, long-lasting protection.

    Whether residential, commercial or industrial settings, there is no need for owners to settle for plain or clear coated concrete floors.  All of these areas can benefit from attractive, long-lasting protection.

     

    Chile Factory before ArmorThaneFactory Floor After ArmorThane

     

    Decorative Chips to Spread on Floor

    Note: high-gloss floor coatings may become slippery when wet. Abrasive aggregate can be applied to add slip-resistance.

    Whether residential, commercial or industrial settings, there is no need for owners to settle for plain or clear coated concrete floors.  All of these areas can benefit from attractive, long-lasting protection.

    Whether residential, commercial or industrial settings, there is no need for owners to settle for plain or clear coated concrete floors.  All of these areas can benefit from attractive, long-lasting protection.

    Steps for Applying Coatings

    STEP 1:

    Unless a coating is being applied to new concrete, the first step is to assess existing damage.  Surfaces need to be relatively clean and cleared of loose debris.  Dealers are trained to repair cracks and other damage for a smooth, professional look.  Any exposed and rusting rebar needs to be fixed because the rebar can continue to rust and corrode the concrete from the inside even after coating.

    Demo on Concrete Crack Repair

    Step 2:

    Second, determine how waterproof the floor should be.  In other words, if the surface is exposed to water either through rigorous cleaning, rain or potential flooding, decide how far up the wall should be sealed and coated.  Check out these articles on Reduced Risk of Spreading Bacteria on Floors and Waterproof Barriers Require Connecting Two Surfaces.

    Waterproofing Concrete Corners

    ADDITIONAL PRODUCTS

    In addition to the primary coating products, we also supply primers, topcoats, pigments, and solvents selected to specifically work with ArmorThane chemicals.   These add to the repair and design of the floor.

    Coating Options

    All of our products repair damage and protect new concrete for residential, industrial and commercial applications.  Two are designed more for concrete, either indoors or out.

     

     

    ArmorFloor PA™ is a two-component, color-stable aliphatic polyester polyurethane for use in moderate to severe chemical environments in indoor or outdoor applications.

    ArmorDeck™ is a two-step process.  The first is a single component, high solids, solvent-free, low odor, environmentally safe, liquid applied, moisture cured, aromatic urethane polyurea elastomeric waterproofing base membrane.  This is typically used as an exterior coating on concrete or plywood decks, patios, walkways, marinas and sports areas.

    The second step is an ArmorDeck™ Topcoat.  This is a polyester, color-stable aliphatic, single component, liquid applied, moisture cured, urethane polyurea surface protection coating applied over ArmorDeck.  It adds durability, excellent weatherability, seamless waterproofing membrane, UV resistance and abrasion resistance.

    Kennel Floor with Easy-Clean ArmorThane

    Skid and Crack Resistance for Warehouse FloorsNo Cracking with Heavy Traffic

    Coating Options

     

    ArmorThane also offers a number of Polyurethane and Polyurea Spray options.  While these are most often used in commercial and industrial settings, they make a great floor coating anywhere.  Choices range from broad use to specific environments.  For example, some Polyurethane and Polyurea products are more resistant to slip/skid, high moisture, high impact, cracking or corrosion and would work better on floors exposed to these problems.

    Want To Find Or Become An Applicator?

    A small investment for coating equipment and products will get you started in a new polyurea, polyurethane, and spray foam business or increase the revenue of an existing company. With no franchise fees or royalties, starting a protective coating business or other ArmorThane dealer business is a relatively low cost venture. 

    We provide personal training to get your new polyurea or polyurethane system up and going. Plus, we have a dedicated support team ready to assist you anytime you need us. We sell to dealers around the world who use our products for a wide variety of applications. These include everything from truck bed liners to animal habitats.

    CONTACT US NOW

    Take the first step towards a low cost polyurea, polyurethane, or spray foam business opportunity and call us at 800.227.2905 or fill out our contact form below. Someone from our company will contact you to answer your questions and provide you more information.

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