The ultimate way to maintain concrete surfaces is to overlay them with epoxy coatings. Garages are a general area for epoxy topcoats, mostly to protect the concrete from oil stains and tire marks. One of the largest garage spaces is in reality a plane hangar! The larger the space, the more important it is to have a skilled and experienced installer, like the staff at West Coast Epoxy in Manteca.
Epoxy Flooring — Favored by Pilots
When you read up on what aviators favor for covering their hangar floors, epoxy topcoats are continuously mentioned. Hot tires adhere to concrete, but not epoxy flooring. Mechanical work causes drips and spots, but not on coated concrete. Says one pilot: “I have had an epoxy floor in my hangar going on 9 years now and it still looks new.”
Why Add Epoxy Coatings for Hangars
The larger the hanger, the more difficult it is to maintain enough lighting for overnight work. And since a lot of work takes place under the plane, ceiling lighting is commonly obscured by the plane itself. Epoxy topcoats provide exceptional light reflection, making it easier to brighten the working spaces in a hangar.
Another benefit to epoxy coats is the ability to embed positioning lines and safety marks right into the floor coating. That way, you don’t need to worry about paint getting scraped and dulled, or surface applications losing grip over time. A well-delineated hangar is a safer and more effective workspace, and epoxy coats reinforce both of those qualities. And if you are worried about friction when the hangar floor is wet or slick, ask for non-slip additives be incorporated in your epoxy topcoat.
Epoxy topcoats are a versatile and productive way to protect and beautify your hangar floor. Save time with the installation and provide a high-grade look by relying on expert installers to overlay your hangar concrete. Talk to West Coast Epoxy to find out more about designing your hangar floor to complement your company or airplane colors. Call or contact us online to start your customized hangar epoxy flooring project!
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