Floor coating device

A huge number of different floor coverings are produced in the world, which are successfully operated by the owners.

Recently, there has been a tendency to increase the demand for bulk leveling compounds, with which they level the flooring and make it elastic and durable.

It is the polymer floor coating that levels the concrete base in the best way and creates a thin protective layer that prevents moisture from entering.

Features of the composition and types of polymer coatings

There are several varieties of polymer floor coverings, which have their own separate scope.

At the moment, polymer coatings can be classified according to the following criteria:

• thickness of the leveling layer;
• the chemical composition of the coating and the difference in the binding elements in general;
• structure of the outer layer.

Currently, the construction market is densely filled with various options for polymer coatings, which in most cases differ from each other in the use of binders.

As a rule, different manufacturers use different compositions:

• polyurethane;
• polyester materials;
• epoxy;
• polyurea coatings;
• methyl methacrylant.

It should be remembered that, despite the different thicknesses, there is a wide variety of connecting elements.

All polymer concrete floors effectively level the rough flooring, successfully fit into the interior of any room, and are also an indispensable option for flooring with a limited thickness of the finish cover (doorways and built-in wardrobes limit the height of the floor layer).

Epoxy joint compounds for self-leveling floors

This compound has a wide range of applications. The polymer coating of this type is the most common type of flooring and is widely used in apartments and private houses, due to the affordable price for this product.

This type of flooring is distinguished not only by continuous advantages, but, like many other flooring materials, it has a number of disadvantages, the main of which is the possible evaporation of the main binder, which leads to fragility of the coating and some external changes. The use of such self-leveling floors is not recommended for rooms with high traffic and high sanitary requirements.

You should be aware that quite often, quartz sand is added to the composition of the polymer coating with a binder in the form of epoxy resin in certain proportions, which gives the flooring sometimes lacking strength and resistance to temperature changes.

Methyl Methacrylate Coupling Compounds for Polymer Coating

This flooring option is a reliable method of leveling and organizing the flooring. The use of methyl methacrylate compounds as part of a certain type of polymer flooring allows you to organize the coating in the shortest possible time.

Experts say that with the use of this mixture, the cover is created in 35-50 minutes. Moreover, work can be carried out at any temperature, but this polymer flooring cannot be organized independently.

To fill this type of self-leveling floor, it is necessary to invite specialists who have specialized equipment to carry out the process, since in a short period of time the entire mixture must be evenly distributed over the surface.

Creating a deck is a rather toxic hazardous procedure that requires the use of personal protective equipment.

Mineral fillers are often added to the composition of the polymer coating with this binder, which increase the strength of the product, impart hardness and resistance to mechanical damage.

Polyurethane self-leveling floors

This type of polymer flooring requires mechanized laying by professionals, as it has rather high requirements for a rough floor. It should be as free of debris as possible (this composition is in poor contact with foreign materials in its composition). For more information on how polyurethane mixtures are poured, see this video:

The subfloor must have a certain moisture content before pouring the self-leveling coating, otherwise all the shortcomings may affect the performance of the floor material.

Polyurethane floors can be poured at any temperature, and they have excellent resistance to atmospheric changes and small mechanical influences (scratches).

Polymer coatings based on polyurea

This flooring has the greatest versatility of all the above options. It is used in conditions with high humidity.

This type of polymer floor can be laid on any surface (concrete, metal, wood, wood board), including unprepared ones.

The parameters of strength and resistance to various influences in the polyurea floor always remain "on top", as well as its appearance.

But, despite all the advantages of the material, it is not often exploited, since it has a considerable price and is poured exclusively with the help of special equipment, which not every customer can afford.

Some comparative characteristics of bulk polymer coatings from various manufacturers can be seen in the table.

You should be aware that the cheapest option for a polymer floor is a composition with polyester binding elements. It is poured independently without the use of special equipment, it has an attractive appearance, but it does not tolerate temperature changes quite well.

as a result, it can collapse, so this flooring is used in rooms with the possibility of constant temperature control.

The thickness of the polymer coating for the floor

The thickness of the floor polymer flooring can be different. It is according to the thickness parameter that there is an additional classification of self-leveling floors:

• dedusting compositions;
• painting polymeric materials;
• thin layer polymeric coatings;
• flooring 1.5 - 3 mm thick;
• durable reproductive system 4-6 mm thick.

The dedusting polymer composition is a temporary protective coating. Its service life usually does not exceed 1 year. The mixture can be poured on its own in a thin layer, and quite often such flooring is used as an intermediate option.

The painting polymer layer is a protective coating that has a direct purpose for painting. The thickness of the material can reach 0.5 mm, but this layer is enough to protect the overall coating for a period of 5 to 10 years, but not for leveling. For more information about the paint layer, see this video:

Areas of use

Thin-layer polymer coatings are represented by self-leveling floors with epoxy and polyurethane binders.

These coatings are quite often used for leveling purposes and have excellent performance properties.

Polymer floors with a thickness of 1.5 - 3 mm are often used to decorate luxury houses and apartments. The thickness of the layer allows for both leveling work and decoration, using glossy vinyl films.

Thick self-leveling floors are organized by the frame method. Initially, a metal or fiberglass mesh frame is installed on the ceiling (from any material), which is subsequently filled with a mixture.

This type of flooring is often used not only for private needs, but also for domestic premises. It has the best performance characteristics of all listed types.

You should be aware that in order to organize a self-leveling floor with a thickness of 4-6 mm, it is not necessary to process and specially prepare the rough surface.

The entire installation process of the coating is done manually, which makes the installation period quite long. For more information about thin layer coating, see this video:

After reading the article, each interested reader will be able to independently choose their own polymer flooring, which will meet individual operating conditions and the draft subfloor, as well as the required external parameters.