As specialist resin flooring contractors, we are often asked ‘How long does a resin floor last?’ Whilst resin flooring is well known for its durability and longevity the life expectancy of the floor is dependent on several factors including the type of system installed, the traffic that is used within the area and how the floor is maintained.
Resin flooring comes in a range of systems and applications from basic seal coats that are microns thick to resin screed flooring installed from 4mm+. The suitability of each system is largely determined by the intended use within the area.
A basic floor seal/coating is typically applied in two or more coats and may provide a suitable system for 1 – 2 years based on light foot traffic. For areas where the intended use is medium to heavy duty a resin floor screed system would be recommended, and these can last in excess of 10 years.
FeRFA, the Resin Flooring Association, categorises types of resin systems ranging from type 1-8. Each type of floor listed provides the typical characteristics of the system, including details on the typical thickness, intended use and anticipated life expectancy. This guide to the selection of synthetic resin flooring offers assistance when helping to gauge how long a resin floor will last in accordance with your requirements.
Floor maintenance is also incredibly important in supporting the longevity of the floor. It would go without saying a floor that is correctly maintained will offer greater longevity.
A reliable resin flooring contractor will always assess the surroundings, and operating processes within the area alongside any specific requirements to ascertain and specify the most suitable system.
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