Self levelling resin floors.

Self levelling resin floor is an innovative, solid and practical coating. APSE self levelling floors are produced  by the European market leader throughout constant research for innovative solutions and continuous product improvement, and meet many of the needs in the field of modern construction. Genuine Made in Italy quality, confirmed by certificates of conformity, fully satisfies even the most particular requests.

Key to a self levelling floor application.

Resin floor consists of several complementary layers. All together they create a durable, solid and good-looking surface. For the first layer we use an epoxy resin primer which serves as base for the subsequent ones. The second layer is composed of a pigment and fine grain filler (sand) mesh. It creates a perfectly smooth and uniform floor free from cracks and joints. The third layer is made of a wear-resistant finish which binds together the previous two and gives additional solidity to a coating. This type of finish, possesses a wide range of advantages.

This way, we get a very durable, ecofriendly and versatile in terms of design floor that can be used in residential areas, office buildings, industrial warehouses and so on.

What are the steps for a self levelling resin floor application?

1. Preparation of the substrate. It should be dry, clean, smooth and without joints or cracks. Self levelling floors are never applied on porous surfaces like wood. So it must be perfectly flat. In case of vertical application, the walls must be as smooth as possible otherwise it will be necessary to apply a reinforcement.
2. Preparation of the mesh. Our experts carefully select all the components according to your requirements. The steps to follow are: the first polymer or epoxy layer, the second filling layer and the third finishing layer. If the floor hosts a picture or a three dimensional image, it will be under the last transparent layer.
3. Pouring of a self levelling floor. Since the meshes harden pretty quickly we must act in the best times. The drying can last from 24 hours to five days. At that time the access to the venue is prohibited.

How to care for the self-leveling decorative polymer floor.

How to arrange a reliable, practical and perfectly flat flooring quickly and without problems? How to make the interior of any room unique and original? Such tasks can only be performed by the self-leveling floor. Self-leveling floors made of polymers possess the technology of the following principle: a prepared mixture is poured over the surface with a certain thickness and is spread over it, forming an even monolithic layer that does not require additional processing or polishing. This coating is very firm, durable and aesthetically attractive. Self-leveling floor can decorate any room and create a highlight in any interior.

• If you choose self-leveling floors, the benefits are obvious:

  • ability to withstand heavy loads;
  • non-slippery;
  • are safe for human health and the environment;
  • they do not have seams or joints in which dust or dirt can accumulate;
  • perfectly tolerate low and high temperatures;
  • aesthetically attractive, there is an opportunity to put pictures, volumetric 3D images.

• What kind of contaminants can be found on polymer self-leveling floors.

  Of course, it is impossible to foresee everything in life, but mostly these are stains of fat, dents from furniture and shoes, various stains from liquids and food products, contamination from glutinous products. But they are all easily removed from the flooring by ordinary water or detergents.

• Care of the self-leveling floorings.

  It can be carried out by different methods: wet or dry cleaning, and cleaning with a vacuum cleaner. A special steam mop is often used. It allows not only to get rid of debris and dirt, but also to conduct disinfection. This is very popular in children's, medical or pharmaceutical institutions.

  Self-leveling floor is a very practical coating that does not require special care, because the dirt simply does not remain on its surface. This is due to the high density of polymers and the lack of porosity, therefore cleaning a self-leveling floor does not require much effort. Also important is the fact that there are no seams and joints on such a coating, which means that the debris will not accumulate in them.

  You will not need any special additional means for caring for self-leveling floor. No mastic or polishing mixtures as for parquet. A simple soap solution for special impurities or usual wet cloth will be enough. Self-leveling floor is not afraid of water, therefore, wet cleaning is the best way to clean it.

• The main conditions for proper care for the self-leveling epoxy floor.

  Although washing self-leveling floors is not so difficult, it still has some features that need to be considered:

  Washing the floor shall be carried out as it is contaminated, because if you do not do it, the quality of the flooring can deteriorate significantly;

  Approximately once a month, it is necessary to carry out overall cleaning of the self-leveling floor. To do this, choose a special cleaning agent, apply it for a few minutes, and then wipe it off with a brush. After that, rinse the floor with clean water;

  During the overall cleaning, make sure that the detergent concentration is not too high, it should be diluted in accordance with the instructions on the package, otherwise you can simply damage the coating;

  In order not to damage the floors, they should not be washed with agents containing ammonia, chlorine, various acids or soda;

  Before carrying out painting work in a house, it is necessary to cover the floors with cellophane or newspapers, this will protect it from the harmful effects of paint, and maintain the aesthetics of the appearance.

• Self-leveling floor care products

  Care products for self-leveling floors should be chosen most carefully. When selecting any of care products, you need to build on its characteristics, and the characteristics of your floor.

  For difficult contaminants, such as glue or resins, there are special cleaners that dissolve them, but not the coating itself. Mastic made of polyurethane will help to restore the original form of the self-leveling floor although this is very rarely required. It is able to maintain a beautiful appearance for a long time without changes. Mastic will also help protect the coating from damages. Also, there are polishing agents that are usually used immediately after installation to remove residues of polymer compounds and to provide a special smoothness. As well as a polishing emulsion, if applied to an already finished floor, it will make it even more shiny and smooth.

• Is it possible to restore a self-leveling floor?

  This process depends on the damage that has been caused to the coating, and its severity. Small chips and scratches which are obtained from falling objects are corrected by cleaning the surface with a primer and putty, which are again coated with a polymer coating. And you can do this only on the damaged area. Of course, it is better to entrust such a restoration to professionals.

  If self-leveling floor has simply worn out over time, it has become scratched, with little scrapes or chips, then restoration work should also be carried out. Specialists will do it at the highest level. In addition, every year new and more durable coatings, additives and mixtures appear on the market, making it possible to make the finished floor even stronger and more reliable.