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Epoxy and resin are often interchangeable, but when it comes to choosing the correct material for your floor, there are a few key differences that you need to be aware of to ensure you’re getting the floor coating you want.

Are epoxy and resin the same thing?

Epoxy is a type of resin, one of the many types available on the market. Others include polyurethane, polyaspartic, MMA, Acrylic and polyester resin. While these are all types of resin, they each have a slightly different makeup, making them useful for different things. Some of these are mixes of resin and other elements, while others are synthetic variants. Each of these different types of resin is designed for different purposes, ranging from industrial (such as for laminating objects) to creative (such as for arts and crafts). Epoxy is an all-purpose, widely available resin, making it suitable for a wide range of uses. When people refer to ‘resin’, they’re most likely talking about epoxy resin. When it comes to flooring, epoxy is a popular choice for coating floors. Epoxy is commonly used for factory floors, commercial kitchens, garage floors and food processing areas.

What are the benefits of epoxy flooring?

Epoxy is a popular choice for covering floors as it can provide you with a number of benefits. The biggest benefit of epoxy flooring is its durability. Epoxy resin is one of the toughest flooring options available, with protective qualities ensuring that it can remain in good condition for much longer than flooring made with wood, tiles or unpolished concrete. Epoxy flooring is extremely resistant to stains from accidents, spillage or flooding, making it a perfect choice for factory floors or kitchens. In addition, epoxy flooring can also protect from water damage that would ordinarily warp flooring made from other materials. This type of flooring is also very hardy, so it is less likely to be damaged by heavy weight or a sudden impact by falling tools or stock. Using epoxy resin on a floor also results in a shiny, attractive look for your floor, which can give dull or damaged flooring a new lease of life. Floor Masters offers a wide range of flooring services in New Zealand. Whether you’re looking for factory floors, polished concrete or floor repairs, contact us today to find out how we can help you.