Product #1 – High-Build Epoxy Floor Coating
Installation Guide
Product #1 All-Purpose High-Build Epoxy Floor Coating is a two-component, 100% solids, zero-VOC epoxy designed for high foot traffic and light-to-moderate forklift traffic. It is commonly used for abrasion-resistant floors, light chemical exposure, and decorative waterproof coatings for floors, walls, tanks, and similar surfaces.
This guide outlines general installation procedures for Product #1. Always follow the current Technical Data Sheet (TDS) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for complete limits, ratios, and safety requirements.
1. Surface Preparation Comes First
No epoxy coating performs better than the surface it is bonded to. Before mixing Product #1, confirm the substrate has been properly prepared.
Refer to the Epoxy Surface Preparation Guide. In summary, the surface must be:
- Structurally sound — no loose, weak, or crumbling concrete
- Clean — free of oil, grease, curing compounds, sealers, and paint
- Mechanically profiled — shot-blasted or diamond-ground to the proper CSP
- Dry and within acceptable moisture and vapor limits
Skipping surface preparation is the most common cause of epoxy failures.
2. Job Supplies and Tools
- Protective gloves, eye protection, and required PPE
- Clean mixing pails and calibrated measuring containers
- Low-speed drill with epoxy mixing paddle
- 3/8" or 1/2" shed-resistant rollers with extension poles
- Spike shoes (if walking in wet coating)
- Masking materials for edges, drains, and transitions
- Industrial vacuum or blower for final dust removal
3. Priming
Product #1 typically performs best over a suitable primer, especially on porous or marginal concrete.
- Use the primer specified by Technical Support or the system specification
- Apply at the coverage rate listed in the primer TDS
- Recoat within the primer’s approved window
Do not coat over contaminated, glossy, or expired primer without re-preparation.
4. Mixing Product #1
- Condition materials to the recommended temperature range
- Pre-stir components if settlement is present
- Add the full Part B to the measured Part A — do not guess ratios
- Mix with a low-speed drill, scraping sides and bottom
- Avoid entraining air while mixing
Do not leave mixed epoxy in deep mass. Transfer promptly to maximize working time.
5. Application
Immediately after mixing, apply Product #1 using a dip-and-roll or spread-and-back-roll method. Maintain a wet edge and work in manageable sections.
- Back-roll immediately to level material
- Roll in two directions for uniform finish
- Use spike shoes if entering wet coating
Typical installed thickness is per the Product #1 TDS (commonly 21–27 mils including primer).
6. Second Coat or Topcoat
- Allow first coat to cure within recoat window
- Abrade and clean if window is exceeded
- Apply second coat using the same procedure
Slip-resistant aggregate may be added where traction is required.
7. Curing and Return to Service
- Protect from traffic and contamination during cure
- Light foot traffic after initial cure
- Heavy traffic and chemicals only after full cure
8. Safety and Handling
- Review all SDS documents before use
- Wear appropriate PPE
- Ensure adequate ventilation
- Dispose of materials per local regulations
9. Troubleshooting
- Peeling: surface prep or moisture issue
- Soft areas: mix ratio or incomplete mixing
- Roller marks: uneven film or poor wet-edge control
Related Resources
For product-specific guidance or unusual site conditions, contact Technical Support.