Evaluating whether your facility needs a floor coating upgrade involves assessing performance, safety, aesthetics, and compliance. Here’s a practical guide to help determine if it’s time for a change: ✅ 1. Visible Wear and Damage

• Signs: Cracks, delamination, peeling, pitting, or surface erosion.
• Meaning: Coating has reached the end of its life or was not suitable for the traffic/load.

✅ 2. Frequent Maintenance or Downtime

• Signs: Constant cleaning, patch repairs, or slipping hazards.
• Meaning: Existing coating may no longer be durable or chemically resistant enough.

✅ 3. Safety Compliance Gaps

• Signs: Slippery surfaces, lack of demarcation, or exposed hazards.
• Meaning: Upgrade to slip-resistant, color-coded, or anti-static coatings may be needed.

✅ 4. Changes in Usage or Load

• Signs: New heavy equipment, forklifts, or chemical exposure.
• Meaning: Original coating may not support new demands — consider PU, epoxy, or hybrid upgrades.

✅ 5. Hygiene or Cleanroom Standards

• Signs: Poor cleanability, staining, or microbial growth in food, pharma, or healthcare areas.
• Meaning: Upgrade to seamless, antimicrobial, or FDA/ISO-compliant systems.

✅ 6. Outdated Appearance

• Signs: Faded, dirty-looking, or mismatched floors.
• Meaning: Modern, colored, or decorative coatings improve brand image and employee morale.

✅ 7. Moisture Issues

• Signs: Blistering, bubbling, or white spots.
• Meaning: Moisture vapor barrier or breathable coating upgrade may be necessary.

✅ 8. Audit or Insurance Feedback

• Signs: Negative safety audit or insurance risk assessment.
• Meaning: Upgrading the floor could reduce liability and meet regulatory standards.

🔍 Pro Tip: Conduct a Floor Inspection Checklist
Include:

• Surface hardness
• Chemical exposure
• Load-bearing needs
• Slip resistance
• Cleaning cycles
• Thermal variation

✅ Option 1: Downloadable Checklist (Floor Coating Evaluation)
📝 Floor Coating Upgrade Evaluation Checklist:

Criteria	Yes/No	Notes
Surface shows cracks, peeling, or pits
Coating requires frequent repairs
Floor is slippery or unsafe
New machinery or load introduced
Exposure to chemicals/oils
Hygiene standards not met
Appearance affects branding
Signs of moisture vapor damage
Failed or outdated compliance		(e.g., OSHA, HACCP)
Downtime or cleaning is too frequent

Scoring Tip:
If 3 or more are marked “Yes,” a coating upgrade is strongly recommended. ✅ Option 2: Coating Type Recommendation Based on Environment
Please answer these questions, and ETEPOX Solution will recommend the best coating:

1. What type of facility is it? (e.g., car park, food plant, warehouse, cleanroom)
2. Is the area indoors or outdoors?
3. Do you experience chemical exposure (oil, acids, etc.)?
4. Is heavy machinery or vehicle traffic present?
5. Are there hygiene or anti-microbial requirements?
6. Do you have issues with moisture or vapor pressure?
7. Any need for decorative finish or color zoning?

Remark: Once we have that info, we can give you a detailed comparison (Epoxy vs PU vs Hybrid) tailored to your environment.