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Let's take a look at some of the specialty paints, stains, and floor treatments now available for industrial businesses. • Paints for Hot Metal Surfaces - Different paints break down or discolor at different temperatures. This is especially important to take into consideration when painting steam pipes, boilers, metal chimneys, and other metal surfaces that are regularly exposed to extreme heat. Consider using a strong adhesive zinc phosphate primer under a high temperature paint. • Anti-graffiti paints -Vandalism is unfortunately a concern that all business owners must consider. Anti-graffiti paints are now available. Consider using them in high traffic and public areas. • Consider anti-mold and mildew paints for areas that are exposed to high levels of moisture. If mold and water damage have already occurred make sure to completely clean and disinfect the surface before a new layer of paint is applied. • Epoxy and Polyurea Floor Coatings - Innovations in concrete floor treatments...

 Safety - Avoiding workplace hazards should always be a major consideration in industrial interior design. Polished and technologically advanced floor treatments are designed with non-slip surfaces. Their coefficient of friction levels meet or pass the guidelines suggested by OSHA and maintain these levels even under constant use. Low Maintenance Costs - All three types of floor treatments clean easy and fast. There's no need for any expensive cleaning solutions since they are bacteria and moisture resistant. Since the surface is dense and hard, there is no place for dirt or grime to attach, so it cleans up quicker than other surfaces. Businesses benefit in reduced labor and supply costs. Environmentally Friendly - Many businesses are making efforts to choose Green practices whenever possible. Since finished concrete floors use existing materials, other resources are not used. In addition, no toxic chemicals are needed to clean or maintain the surface. Enhances Ambient Light - Floo...

 Someone once said that "nobody looks down at the garage floor, they only drive in and drive out." That anonymous fellow was wrong! Today both home owners and commercial auto businesses are looking down at the garage floor. Cracked and uneven surfaces present health and accident hazards. Oil and dirt always find their way in and often require toxic chemicals and concentrated physical labor to clean it up. They also look terrible and can adversely affect a commercial work force and diminish the usability of residential garages. However, it doesn't have to be that way. Polyurea and epoxy floor coatings make garage floors something worth looking at. The next time you see your local painting contractor ask them about polyurea and epoxy concrete floor coatings. They look great and outlast the old technology epoxy floor treatments. Garages naturally build up dirt and grime and unfinished or worn concrete is tough to maintain. Sometimes the only way to get rid of the grease is t...