Decorative, Dynamic Resinous Flooring Systems Combining Warehouse Strength and Exquisite Beauty

Decorative, Dynamic Resinous Flooring Systems Combining Warehouse Strength and Exquisite Beauty Course: ecs09a Credit: 1 AIA LU/HSW CE Hour 2017 Ron Blank & Assoc

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Course Description For designers, architects, specifiers, contractors, resinous fluid-applied flooring systems bring both dynamic design options and increased durability to a project. The colors and application techniques blend for an unlimited variety of creative expression. However, in order for the system to perform as expected, the correct process must be followed. In this course, the basics of resinous flooring systems are explained, along with step by step insights into the proper preparation and finishing techniques.

Learning Objectives By the end of this course, the design professional should be able to: Describe the basics of seamless, fluid-applied resinous floor coverings Explain proper specification, plus surface preparation for successful seamless fluid-applied resinous floor coverings Discuss installation and application of seamless fluid-applied resinous floor systems List application techniques to create visual effects, and describe various projects

Learning Objective I Describe the basics of seamless, fluid-applied resinous floor coverings Explain proper specification, plus surface preparation for successful seamless fluid-applied resinous floor coverings Discuss installation and application of seamless fluid-applied resinous floor systems List application techniques to create visual effects, and describe various projects

Basics: Beauty + Durability Seamless, fluid-applied resinous flooring systems consist of multiple coats of: 100% Solids Epoxy Urethane Top Coats - Or - Polyaspartic (hybrid) resins

Benefits: Seamless No seams or grout lines No foothold for molds or bacteria Good for people with allergies Anti-bacterial agent can be added to raw materials for added protection Bohouse Cafe, Dubai UAE

Benefits: Longwearing and Abrasion Resistant Kimberly Clark Manufacturing Facility, Australia Increased abrasion and slip resistance with protective topcoats

Benefits: Chemical and Stain Resistant Resists damage from: Chemicals Salt water Flooding

Benefits: High Strength 12,000-psi compressive strength (ASTM D695) 6,100-psi tensile strength (ATSM D638) 7,500-psi flexural strength (ATSM D790)

Benefits: Environmentally Friendly Alligator water pool

Benefits: Repairable Surface scratches can be removed without patching or replacing the whole floor

Benefits: Accelerated Setting An existing commercial property can be remodeled and reopened more quickly than would be possible with other flooring materials

Benefits: Low Cost Materials cost from $1.55 to $2.00 per square foot Epoxy vapor barrier adds 24 cents per square foot for materials

Codes Construction Specifications Institute s Division 9, Finishes CSI Code Division 9 096700, Fluid-Applied Flooring

Comparison with Other Surfaces Fluid Applied Resinous Flooring Systems Hardwood Quarry / Porcelain Tile Stained Concrete Polished Concrete Painted Concrete VCT Seamless Chemical & Stain Resistance YES YES Durable YES YES Slip Resistance Substrate Preparation* Environmental Friendliness Ease of Maintenance Adaptable Design YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES Economical YES YES YES YES * Meaning that the surface has to be profiled, but all systems require some.

Learning Objective 2 Describe the basics of seamless, fluid-applied resinous floor coverings Explain proper specification, plus surface preparation for successful seamless fluid-applied resinous floor coverings Discuss installation and application of seamless fluid-applied resinous floor systems List application techniques to create visual effects, and describe various projects

Vast Options

Specifying Questions: Where Will it be Installed?

Specifying Questions: What Kind of Traffic?

Specifying Questions: What Kind of Slip Resistance is Needed?

Specifying Questions: What is the UV Exposure?

Specifying Questions: What Level of Shine is Desired? Matte finish Medium shine High gloss shine Matte finish Medium shine High gloss shine Matte finish Medium shine High gloss shine

Specifying Questions: How Will the Floor be Maintained?

Substrate Preparation

Substrate Preparation: 4 Steps 1. Moisture testing 2. Removal of existing finishes 3. Inspection 4. Crack repairs and patching

Moisture Sources Where does this moisture come from?

Vapor Barriers Under slab vapor barriers help correct the first two causes of moisture problems In some cases this merely consists of a sheet of plastic -OR- A seamless puncture resistant sheathing that will last for years

Substrate Preparation: Testing Moisture vapor emissions testing prior to any epoxy coating application

Substrate Preparation: Removal of all Existing Systems + Coatings All existing flooring systems and coatings such as tile, adhesive, paint, and sealers must be completely removed to provide a contaminant-free surface

Substrate Preparation: Inspection

Substrate Preparation: Repairs

Learning Objective 3 Describe the basics of seamless, fluid-applied resinous floor coverings Explain proper specification, plus surface preparation for successful seamless fluid-applied resinous floor coverings Discuss installation and application of seamless fluid -applied resinous floor systems List application techniques to create visual effects, and describe various projects

Standard Specification: Primer

Standard Specification: Base Coat

Standard Specification: Metallic Enhancer or Reflective Coat

Specialty Coatings: Polyaspartics

Specialty Coatings: Waterborne Epoxies

Protective Top Coats

High Performance Application Primer Epoxy Vapor barrier if determined as needed during testing or if it is determined that the substrate is extremely porous and may cause out gassing. Generally applied from 3 to 5 mils. Base Coat 100% Solids Pigmented Epoxy to increase durability and thickness of the over all flooring system and act as a color base. Generally applied at 10 mils or 160 square feet per gallon. Reflective Enhancer Coat A 100% solids epoxy application with the desired metallic color. Applied from 25 to 20 mils thick or 60 to 80 square feet per gallon. Clear Epoxy Top Coat An application of clear 100% solids UV resistant epoxy at 10 mils or 160 square feet per gallon. Protective Coat (Optional but recommended): urethane top coat applied from 3 to 5 mils thick, with or without aluminum oxide additive depending on the texture, shine and abrasion resistance desired.

One Project Step by Step 1. Mechanical surface preparation 2. Repairing with epoxy mortar 3. Perform required crack repairs 4. Grind all repairs flush and smooth 5. Apply vapor barrier as needed 6. Apply pigmented base coat

One Project Step by Step

Learning Objective 4 Describe the basics of seamless, fluid-applied resinous floor coverings Explain proper specification, plus surface preparation for successful seamless fluid-applied resinous floor coverings Discuss installation and application of seamless fluid -applied resinous floor systems List application techniques to create visual effects, and describe various projects

Techniques: Simple Approach Colors Russet and gunmetal

Techniques: Dye Stain Added solvents and dyes must be used carefully

Techniques: Multiple Colors Apply multiple colors and move slightly with a trowel or smoothing tool.

Techniques: Side-by-Side Colors Scoring and cutting can help create a more dynamic separation between colors.

Techniques: Flipping Lightly glide a trowel over the surface after giving the material time to slightly thicken

Projects & Case Studies Camping World in Eugene Oregon chose this flooring for it s durability and ease of maintenance compared to their previous flooring

Projects & Case Studies Dillard s department store chose this flooring for it s distinctive look and the durability that these flooring systems offer

Restaurants This Let s Yo! franchise chose this flooring system due to it s seamless, non porous finish which is also antimicrobial in addition to it s durability.

Motorcycle Dealership Aluminum oxide fortified urethane topcoat to provide abrasion resistance

Health and Fitness Clubs

Shopping Mall High durability, seamless finish, plus unique design and colors

Shopping Mall

Hard Rock Cafe Custom blend of metallic colors

Jungle Bar Colors Orange gold and coffee brown

Hospital Cafeteria Main Color Orange gold

Sir Speedy Print Shop The metallic flooring system created a three-dimensional look

Educational and Religious Institutions Colors Brass with coffee brown as a highlight

New Orleans Stadium Colors: Blue and titanium

Office Complexes A contemporary look with ease of maintenance and superior durability

Retail Facilities

Art Gallery

Travel Facilities

Course Review Now the design professional will be able to Describe the basics of seamless, fluid-applied resinous floor coverings Explain proper specification, plus surface preparation for successful seamless fluid-applied resinous floor coverings Discuss installation and application of seamless fluid-applied resinous floor systems List application techniques to create visual effects, and describe various projects

Resources ASTM F2170 Relative Humidity Test Method for Concrete Slabs ASTM F1869-11, the testing method using anhydrous calcium chloride http://www.astm.org International Concrete Repair Institute (ICRI) www.icri.org Reed Construction Data http://www.reedconstructiondata.com/smartbuildingindex/products/fluid-applied- Resinous-Quartz-and-Epoxy-Floorings-by-Elite-Crete-Systems/ Elite Crete Systems, Inc. Products http://products.construction.com/manufacturer/elite-crete-systems- NST153355/overview Elite Crete Systems, Inc. Projects http://www.elitecrete.com/projects/ Elite Crete Systems, Inc. Technical Data http://www.elitecrete.com/products/specifications_documents_

Decorative, Dynamic Resinous Flooring Systems Combining Warehouse Strength and Exquisite Beauty Course: ecs09a Credit: 1 AIA LU/HSW CE Hour 2017 Ron Blank & Assoc

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