Why Apply a Concrete Coating to Your Floor?

Concrete floors are strong and durable on their own, but applying a protective coating transforms them in ways that improve performance, longevity, safety and maintenance. Coatings can be used in garages, workshops, warehouses, commercial spaces and industrial environments – wherever a hard-wearing, easy-to-clean surface is needed.

Uncoated concrete is porous and prone to surface damage. Heavy foot or vehicle traffic, moving equipment, dropped tools and stored materials can all contribute to abrasion and surface breakdown over time. Coatings such as Flortex® Professional Epoxy Floor Paint are designed to:

• Resist abrasion and mechanical wear
• Protect the substrate from impact damage
• Deliver long-lasting performance in high-traffic areas

This makes them ideal for workshops, garages, retail units and industrial floors that see constant use.

Concrete readily absorbs liquids, which can lead to staining, surface softening and long-term degradation. Applying a coating helps seal the surface and protect it from:

• Oils and lubricants
• Acids and chemical spillages
• Fuels and solvents

Products like PB Floor Paint provide robust resistance to many common garage and workshop contaminants, making cleanup easier and protecting the floor from damage.

Bare concrete often looks dull, uneven and hard to maintain. A coated floor delivers a smooth, uniform finish that:

• Improves aesthetics in commercial or residential spaces
• Makes dust and dirt easier to sweep or mop away
• Provides a cleaner, more professional environment

Concrete coatings are available in a range of finishes and colours, allowing you to tailor the look to suit your space and branding.

Coatings can be modified with additives to improve grip and reduce slip risks. This is especially useful in areas where:

• Spills are common
• Floors may be wet
• Staff or customers walk frequently

Adding a suitable non-slip finish to a coating like PB Floor Paint helps enhance safety without compromising durability or appearance.

Once coated, floors are easier to clean and maintain. Sealed surfaces resist dusting and staining, reducing:

• The time spent cleaning
• The need for frequent repairs
• Long-term refurbishment costs

This makes them particularly valuable in commercial, industrial and high-usage environments.

In environments where hygiene is critical – such as food processing, medical facilities and clean areas – concrete coatings provide a seamless, impermeable surface that helps minimise bacterial harbourage sites.

Sealed floors are easier to sanitise and less likely to trap contaminants than bare concrete.

Coating your concrete floor with products like Flortex® Professional Epoxy Floor Paint or PB Floor Paint transforms a plain slab into a high-performance surface tailored to your environment.