{"id":119144,"date":"2025-12-17T14:00:56","date_gmt":"2025-12-17T14:00:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/winklerchimica.com\/?p=119144"},"modified":"2026-03-18T14:08:01","modified_gmt":"2026-03-18T14:08:01","slug":"resin-systems-for-the-protection-of-flooring","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/winklerchimica.com\/en\/resin-systems-for-the-protection-of-flooring\/","title":{"rendered":"RESIN SYSTEMS FOR THE PROTECTION OF FLOORING"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Resin Flooring: optimal protection through subfloor system solutions<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Index:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Resin systems for the protection of flooring<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A solution for every type of surface<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The best <strong>protection <\/strong>step by step<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Protecting <\/strong>and <strong>finishing<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Resin systems for the protection of flooring<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To achieve <strong>optimal protection<\/strong> and efficacy of the <strong>high-performance flooring<\/strong> surface system, it is essential to <strong>prepare the subfloor<\/strong> foundation in accordance with proper technical requirements and specifications. The most innovative solutions are also <strong>environmentally friendly<\/strong> and health-conscious, as they are <strong>water-based<\/strong> and <strong>do not contain chemical solvents<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The production process of <strong>resin for flooring<\/strong> ultimately comes down to quality. It all begins with choice raw materials and careful formulation that allows for maximal <strong>durability<\/strong> and enhancement of the technical characteristics over time. This applies to all the designs that correlate to the various characteristics of <strong>subfloors<\/strong> and their specific intended use.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At the heart of proper design for <strong>resin flooring protection<\/strong> are the <strong>subfloors<\/strong>. In fact, the <strong>preparation of the substrate<\/strong> is crucial. Statistics show that 70% of detachment and breakage of <strong>flooring protections<\/strong> occur because the <strong>subfloor<\/strong> was not adequately prepared. Thus, it is not coincidental that the most advanced manufacturing companies carefully analyze all possible <strong>subfloor<\/strong> types before formulating different solutions. When it comes to \u201c<strong>resin flooring<\/strong>,\u201d it is not referred to as a \u201cproduct\u201d but a \u201c<strong>system<\/strong>\u201d because, in addition to the type of <strong>subfloor<\/strong>, which may have different layers, it is equally crucial, as we emphasized, to consider the intended use in various spaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A solution for every type of surface<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Carefully evaluating all these variables is the only way to ensure secure responses to various <strong>protection<\/strong> needs. Surfaces can be <strong>friable<\/strong>, requiring significant restoration work, or they may contain <strong>moisture<\/strong>, sometimes not visible. Regarding the intended use, the <strong>flooring<\/strong> must withstand <strong>heavy vehicle traffic<\/strong> or continuous traffic loads. In industrial settings, it must provide <strong>excellent resistance to oil<\/strong> and other substances that could damage the surface. Additionally, the versatility of <strong>resin systems<\/strong>, with their innumerable possible application in <strong>offices<\/strong>, schools, shops, or service areas in homes, might also require an attractive <strong>aesthetic aspect<\/strong>, as well as <strong>ease of cleaning and maintenance<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For the most innovative and <strong>high-performance solutions<\/strong>, raw materials <strong>without solvents <\/strong>are used, with very low VOC emissions, a clear focus on the <strong>environment <\/strong>and <strong>human health.<\/strong> Quality control of raw materials must be ongoing, and it\u2019s crucial to use the most advanced tools for continuous precise measurement of substance quantities in each formulation. Furthermore, it\u2019s important that they are produced in facilities with closed loop washing systems, where residues are recovered and recycled, thus avoiding the release of harmful substances into the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br><strong>KEY:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1. Concrete sub-layer<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. Possible consolidating treatment with <strong>WINFIX FISSATIVO<\/strong> (consumption 100-200 g\/m2 with a single coat).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3.<strong> <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winklerchimica.com\/en\/portfolio\/unibar-t\/\">Skimming with <strong>UNIBAR T<\/strong><\/a> loaded at 25% with quartz 01-03 (Consumption 1.5-1.7 kg\/ m2).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. 01-03 waste quartz dusting (Consumption 1.5-2.0 kg\/m2).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>5.<strong> <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winklerchimica.com\/en\/portfolio\/unibar-t\/\">Skimming with <strong>UNIBAR T<\/strong><\/a> loaded 25% with quartz 01-03 (Consumption 1.5-1.7 kg\/m2)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>6. 01-03 waste quartz dusting (Consumption 1.5-2.0 kg\/m2).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>7. Skimming with <strong>UNIBAR T<\/strong> as is (Consumption 1.4-1.8 kg\/m2).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>8.<strong> <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winklerchimica.com\/en\/portfolio\/unibar-f\/\">First coat of <strong>UNIBAR F <\/strong>diluted 5%<\/a> (Consumption 150170 g\/n2).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>9. Second coat of <strong>UNIBAR F <\/strong>diluted 5% (Consumption 150-170 g\/m2).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>10.<strong> <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winklerchimica.com\/en\/portfolio\/winjoint-foam\/\"><strong>Joint base WINJOINT FOAM<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>11.<strong> <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winklerchimica.com\/en\/portfolio\/winjoint-seal\/\"><strong>Joint sealant WINJOINT SEAL<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The best protection step by step<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Coatings with <strong>resin systems<\/strong> come in various thicknesses, depending on their intended use and the type of <strong>subfloor<\/strong>, which may be concrete or, for example, old ceramic tiles where removal could be uneconomical. When <strong>preparing subfloors<\/strong> for thin coatings, <strong>sanding<\/strong> or <strong>grinding<\/strong> with appropriate diamond tools is often necessary. For medium-thickness layers (multi-layer systems from 1 to 2 millimeters), heavy <strong>grinding<\/strong> or <strong>shot blasting<\/strong> is more appropriate. For high-thickness applications (heavy multi-layer systems, self-leveling, troweled mortar) in highly stressed areas, heavy <strong>shot blasting<\/strong>, <strong>milling<\/strong>, or <strong>bush hammering<\/strong> may be required. In all cases, preparation should be followed by <strong>washing and vacuuming<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Surface preparation<\/strong> may reveal the need for <strong>subfloor repairs<\/strong> or partial reconstruction. For instance, when dealing with <strong>floorings<\/strong> that need to withstand <strong>heavy vehicle traffic<\/strong>, the use of high <strong>mechanical strength epoxy mortars<\/strong> with extended workability times is particularly suitable. If the <strong>flooring surface is deteriorated<\/strong>, it is advisable to use <strong>self-leveling epoxy mortar<\/strong>, which allows for the recovery of load distribution layers and provides a smooth surface with <strong>high chemical and mechanical resistance<\/strong>, suitable for subsequent coatings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If the <strong>subfloor is friable<\/strong>, it is recommended to apply a <strong>two-component epoxy resin<\/strong> to <strong>consolidate <\/strong>the surface and provide <strong>effective dustproofing<\/strong>. For <strong>highly porous subfloors<\/strong>, these products can significantly reduce \u201c<strong>blistering<\/strong>\u201d of <strong>resin systems<\/strong>, which are small protrusions on the surface.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another rather common scenario is the need to manage <strong>moisture trapped in the subfloor<\/strong>. Depending on the circumstances, it may be necessary to <strong>block moisture<\/strong> with specific <strong>epoxy-cementitious primers<\/strong> if the finishing product is sensitive to <strong>rising moisture<\/strong> or when conditions require it. Alternatively, <strong>breathable systems<\/strong> that allow gradual moisture evaporation may be used. Always keeping the environment in mind, advanced products are <strong>water-based<\/strong> and are particularly suitable for concrete substrates with moisture presence. They also offer excellent mechanical, hardness, and <strong>abrasion resistance<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Protecting and finishing<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>resin system for flooring<\/strong> is completed with <strong>finishing<\/strong> and <strong>protective products<\/strong>. In this case, too, specific solutions exist, based on the type of substrate, and intended use. For creating thin coatings, where there are no heavy stresses or intense use of the <strong>flooring<\/strong>, such as in <strong>industrial flooring<\/strong>, <strong>warehouses<\/strong>, <strong>offices<\/strong>, pedestrian, or light vehicular traffic areas, it is advisable to use a <strong>satin epoxy protective coating<\/strong> suitable for painting concrete flooring and baseboards indoors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For <strong>flooring<\/strong> in <strong>food, pharmaceutical, chemical, mechanical industries<\/strong>, <strong>warehouses<\/strong>, and especially for heavily trafficked indoor spaces such as <strong>garages<\/strong> and <strong>underground parking<\/strong>, the use of <strong>epoxy coatings<\/strong> is recommended to create <strong>self-leveling<\/strong> or <strong>multi-layer high-strength floors<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As mentioned above, the application of <strong>resin systems for flooring<\/strong> can also extend to environments where <strong>aesthetics<\/strong> matter. Leading manufacturers of <strong>resin systems for subfloor protection<\/strong> have carefully considered this opportunity by producing <strong>matte or glossy polyurethane finishes<\/strong>, <strong>water-based<\/strong> and <strong>solvent-free<\/strong>, offering excellent mechanical resistance. <strong>Matte finishes<\/strong> are also excellent for concealing any surface imperfections and significantly reduce the transfer of tire marks or the imprints of dirty or wet shoes on the surface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"469\" data-id=\"119145\" src=\"https:\/\/winklerchimica.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/RESIN-SYSTEMS-FOR-THE-PROTECTION-OF-FLOORING-768x469-1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-119145\" srcset=\"https:\/\/winklerchimica.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/RESIN-SYSTEMS-FOR-THE-PROTECTION-OF-FLOORING-768x469-1.webp 768w, https:\/\/winklerchimica.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/RESIN-SYSTEMS-FOR-THE-PROTECTION-OF-FLOORING-768x469-1-480x293.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 768px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"384\" data-id=\"119146\" src=\"https:\/\/winklerchimica.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/RESIN-SYSTEMS-FOR-THE-PROTECTION-FLOORING-.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-119146\" srcset=\"https:\/\/winklerchimica.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/RESIN-SYSTEMS-FOR-THE-PROTECTION-FLOORING-.webp 512w, https:\/\/winklerchimica.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/RESIN-SYSTEMS-FOR-THE-PROTECTION-FLOORING--480x360.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 512px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><p><b>FAQ \u2013 Frequently Asked Questions<\/b><\/p><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why is subfloor preparation considered the most critical step?<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p> Statistics show that <strong>70% of flooring failures<\/strong> (detachment and breakage) are caused by inadequate subfloor preparation. A resin finish is not just a &#8220;product&#8221; but a &#8220;system&#8221; that relies entirely on the stability and treatment of the substrate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How should the subfloor be prepared based on the coating thickness?<\/strong> <\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>The preparation method changes with the intended use: <strong>sanding or grinding<\/strong> is sufficient for thin coatings, while <strong>heavy shot blasting, milling, or bush hammering<\/strong> is required for high-thickness, heavy-duty systems in high-stress areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How does the system handle moisture and &#8220;blistering&#8221;?<\/strong> <\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>To manage trapped moisture, specific <strong>epoxy-cementitious primers<\/strong> are used to block rising damp, or breathable water-based systems are applied to allow evaporation. For porous surfaces, specialized resins prevent &#8220;blistering&#8221; (small surface protrusions).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What are the benefits of using matte polyurethane finishes?<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p> In areas where aesthetics and maintenance matter, matte finishes are ideal because they <strong>conceal surface imperfections<\/strong> and significantly reduce the visibility of tire marks or wet footprints compared to glossy finishes.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>To achieve optimal protection and efficacy of the high-performance flooring surface system, it is essential to prepare the subfloor foundation in accordance with proper technical requirements and specifications. The most innovative solutions are also environmentally friendly and health-conscious, as they are water-based and do not contain chemical solvents.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The production process of resin for flooring ultimately comes down to quality. It all begins with choice raw materials and careful formulation that allows for maximal durability and enhancement of the technical characteristics over time. This applies to all the designs that correlate to the various characteristics of subfloors and their specific intended use.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>At the heart of proper design for resin flooring protection are the subfloors. In fact, the preparation of the substrate is crucial. Statistics show that 70% of detachment and breakage of flooring protections occur because the subfloor was not adequately prepared. Thus, it is not coincidental that the most advanced manufacturing companies carefully analyze all possible subfloor types before formulating different solutions. When it comes to \u201cresin flooring,\u201d it is not referred to as a \u201cproduct\u201d but a \u201csystem\u201d because, in addition to the type of subfloor, which may have different layers, it is equally crucial, as we emphasized, to consider the intended use in various spaces.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":119146,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"off","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-119144","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-senza-categoria"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/winklerchimica.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/119144","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/winklerchimica.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/winklerchimica.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/winklerchimica.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/winklerchimica.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=119144"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/winklerchimica.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/119144\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":119147,"href":"https:\/\/winklerchimica.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/119144\/revisions\/119147"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/winklerchimica.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/119146"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/winklerchimica.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=119144"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/winklerchimica.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=119144"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/winklerchimica.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=119144"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}