We're all over Concrete Resurfacing
Solutions for new and old concrete floors -
We offer a wide range of cement based systems to match your requirements
Retail, Commercial, Hospitality, Walkways, External concrete and Residential
Commercial | Residential
Repair | Prepare | Refinish. Concrete floors and surfaces
Decorative Concrete resurfacing
We have a number of systems to add thin layers, or toppings, of cement based compounds to concrete floors and surfaces to make a new durable, attractive surface - without having to remove the existing concrete. The new surface uses the base strength of the existing slab, and puts a new (better) face on it.
3 Main considerations when choosing Concrete Resurfacing
1- Is the substrate suitable?
Not all concrete is suitable for resurfacing. Concrete that is very soft or very badly cracked is not a good candidate.
We can do crack repairs, but if there is likely to be force enacted on the slab again - it might re-crack. (we never guarantee it won't crack)
If it's soft, we can add densifiers to increase it's strength, but sometimes it's too far gone.
If it's rough - We can grind and level it.
If it's stained - we can cover it up.
If it's badly contaminated (with oil for instance) - it may cause issues in the future.
2- Appearance
We have a number of different systems for resurfacing concrete, all with different "looks".
Resurfacing is a hand crafted finish and the client should expect variations in the finishes.
Most of our systems are finished with a clear sealer and this can be Glossy or Matt.
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3- Value
The balancing act in it all is cost. Far from being the most important element, but someone's gotta pay for it. It is important to pay enough. Saving a couple of thousand could cost you so much more. If you make the wrong decision, you've got the additional cost of removing the failure. In many commercial situations you also need to consider interuptions to production. Chosing the right system and the right contractor with plenty of experience is very important. Pro tip - if you want quality, don't tell a contractor you want cheap.
How do we choose a resin coating system?
We consider how the floor will be used - does it need to be light, medium, heavy or extreme duty?
We look at the substrate (existing floor) - If it's in good condition (hard, smooth, low moisture content) we may be able to do less preparation.
Does the client have a need for a decorative floor (retail vs factory).
Will the floor be subjected to heavy impact - generally thicker coatings will absorb impacts better (think engineering workshop).
Will the floor be subject to high abrasion? Think mechanics workshop vs clothing store.
Does it need to be resistance to certain chemicals?
Does client need additional slip resistance? - this is often a compromise between slip resistance and easy cleaning.
Will the floor be subject to high heat? i.e. most epoxy coatings can only handle 50 Deg C.
Does it need to cure fast?
We're here to help!
Chosing the right product or system can be complex. Most clients just have an image in their mind of what they want (like - I just want a plain grey floor). We can help by working out what surface preparation is required to ensure the coating will bond, what primer or moisture barier is required, what products are best suited and how it should be installed and finished.
Polyaspartic Resin floor coating systems
Polyaspartic is a newer resin technology, developed in the 1990's. It brings many advantages - Fast cure formulations allow much faster recoating and return to use times. major advantages in abrasion resistance, non yellowing and chemical resistance to name a few. Ceratinly has a high position in our line up.
Sparta-Guard
2 coat system in solid/plain colour.
Polyaspartic resin advantages.
Fast install, Fast return to use (save days).
3-5 times better abrasion resistance.
UV Stable - No dis-colouring.
Plain colour glossy finish.
Sparta-Flake
3 coat system with decorative flakes.
Polyaspartic resin advantages.
Fast install, Fast return to use (save days).
3-5 times better abrasion resistance.
UV Stable - No dis-colouring.
Looks amazing with flake colour variations.
Sparta-Quartz
3 coat system with fine colured quartz.
Polyaspartic resin advantages.
Fast install, Fast return to use (save days).
3-5 times better abrasion resistance.
UV Stable - No dis-colouring.
Looks amazing with flake colour variations.
Epoxy Resin floor coating systems
Epoxy resins were originally developed in the very early 1900's. It's definately traditionally been the most common resin in the flooring industry. While many other resins offer better performance in many situations, epoxy still has a role to play. But a word of warning - epoxies are all formulated differently, everyone does it a bit different and many are not that great. Just like lots of people cook a steak - but a great chef gets it right!
Tuff Floor 51
Coloured Water based epoxy systems.
Cost effective coloured floor coatings.
2 or 3 coat systems. cost vs Performance.
Suitable for light to medium duty floors.
Standard and custom colours.
Made Local in NZ.
Tuff Floor 41
Coloured Solvent Free epoxy coatings.
Light, Medium and Heavy Duty systems.
Roll coat or self levelling - 0.25 to 4mm thick.
Standard industrial colours or Custom.
Systems to match users needs.
Smooth or Non Slip.
Made in New Zealand.
Tuff Floor UR
Waterbased Urethane coating
Epoxy primer and 2 top coats.
Can be used as top coat on other systems.
Higher wear resistance than epoxy.
Gloss or Matt finish.
Clear or coloured.
MMA Resin floor coating systems
Methyl MethAcrylate is an acrylic resin formulation originally made as plexiglass (acrylic sheeting), in the 1960's is was adopted into the flooring industry. Advantages are it can cure very fast (cure rate adjustable onsite to match climatic conditions), can be use below freezing temperatures, UV stable, tough. Cons - it stinks untill cured (1-2hours).
Systems are very similar to Polyaspartics - MMA can be applied thicker.
MMA Flake
MMA Flake is a decorative flooring system with high durability, Suitable for garages, changing rooms, showrooms, lunch rooms and so much more.
Decorative system - coloured flake blends.
Fast install and return to use.
UV stable - won't discolour.
Range of colour blends available.
MMA Slip-Resist
MMA Slip-Resist is a system for wet areas and manufacturing areas that have spills of water and other liquids.
Fast Install and Return to use.
Various grages of non slip can be used.
Suitable for light to heavy duty floors.
Standard and custom colours.
MMA Quartz
MMA Quartz is a decorative flooring system with high durability, Suitable for garages, changing rooms, showrooms, lunch rooms and so much more.
Decorative and Durable.
Uses fine coloured quartz aggregate.
Higher wear resistance than epoxy.
Gloss or Matt finish.
Polyurethane Cement floor coating systems
Polyurethane cement systems are 4-12mm thick toppings. A balanced blend of Polyurethane resin and cement/aggregate mix. The result is a super strong and durable chemical resistant floor topping system. PU Cement is also moisture tolerant and in many cases does not require a moistue barrier. PU Cement will turn "yellow" with UV exposure, unless it is top coated with a UV stable coating. The thicker the coating the greater it's thermal resistance.
Hycrete PU/Smooth
Medium duty, self smoothing, antimicrobial, odourless solvent free polyurethane cement floor system. Excellent chemical resistance, smooth matt finish. Temperature resistance 0°C to +90°C.
Waterbased, extreme duty topping.
4mm topping - smooth finish.
Very durable topping.
For new or damaged floors.
Can be left as laid, or top coated.
Won't taint food stuffs.
Wide service range 0 to 90oC.
Hycrete PU/Univesal
Medium duty, high grade slip resistance. Antimicrobial, odourless solvent free polyurethane cement floor system. Excellent chemical resistance, range of surface finishes for varying anti-slip requirements. Temperature resistance 0°C to +90°C.
Waterbased, extreme duty topping.
6mm topping - Non-Slip finish.
Very durable topping.
For new or damaged floors.
Various top coat options.
Won't taint food stuffs.
Wide service range 0 to 90oC.
Hycrete PU/Thermo
Heavy duty easy-to-trowel grade floor. High thermal shock resistance, excellent chemical resistance, antimicrobial, highest possible mechanical wear. Temperature resistance -25°C to +120°C
Waterbased, extreme duty topping.
6-12mm topping - Non-Slip finish.
Very durable topping.
For new or damaged floors.
Various top coat options.
Won't taint food stuffs.
Wide service range -25 to 120oC.
Office: East Tamai, Auckland
Call 0800 733 566
Site: www.flooringauckland.co.nz