Technical FAQ's

Epoxy plastics belong to a group of substances called polymers. They are manufactured from two components: a base component consisting of epoxy resin, and a hardener component consisting of different types of amines.

In addition there are also various additives in the base component and hardener, such as reactive thinners, pigments, fillers and other additives.

These additives modify the epoxy plastic to suit the application in question. When the base and hardener are mixed there is a chemical reaction which forms a transverse structure: epoxy plastic.

We have a variety of standard colours available for each of the epoxy, MMA, polyurethane product ranges. We recommend the use of industry standard colours preferably from the AS2700 or RAL range to ensure availability of the same colour at any stage in the future.

If the colour you would like is not available as standard we have the ability to create bespoke colours Non-standard and specially blended colours are more expensive than standard colours, but can create a unique, individual floor for your facility.

Most of our flooring systems are compatible in cost to tiling, timber flooring or other floor finishes. 

Conducting a Lifecycle Costing of any flooring material should be considered to understand the full financial impact.

Most of the products within the Flowcrete range are solventless, low VOC formulations which are kind to the environment. Some of our products also use recycled materials to reduce our impact on the ­­environment.  You can see more about Flowcrete’s green initiatives here.

One of the key features of Flowcrete’s flooring systems is their flexibility.  Slip resistant profiles can be tailored to your individual need and the application area.  Our products are able to deliver slip resistance ratings as required by the relevant local Australian/New Zealand Standards.

To discuss your slip resistance requirements with a Flowcrete expert, please contact nzweb@flowcrete.com.

Flooring that helps to prohibit the growth of bacteria, mould and mildew and can destroy a percentage of microbes landing on the surface of the floor. Antimicrobial additives are homogenously mixed within polyurethane resin in order to pro-actively assist with microbiological contamination strategies.

Our Flowfresh range of polyurethane flooring systems feature the Polygiene® silver-ion based antimicrobial additive which provides resistance to both bacterium and other microbes such as mould and mildew.   

Polygiene® can be found throughout our Flowfresh flooring systems, deep within the resin matrix. It is present at the surface when installed and as the system wears over time it reveals more of the additive which does not degenerate with time.

The Polygiene® is ingested by the bacteria and therefore disrupts the internal DNA of the gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, destroying the cell wall.

As the bacteria decays it releases the Polygiene® back to the surface, which in turn works in conjunction to that which is already there at the surface.

Resin based floor coatings can be installed on a wide-range of substrates and surface materials including concrete and cementitious surfaces, with careful preparation application can also be effective on various types of tile and pre-existing resinous material.

Our flooring systems should be installed by Flowcrete New Zealand’s recommended independent contractors.

This provides a high level of quality and ensures selection of a preferred functional and aesthetic solution can be made with complete confidence.

Flowcrete New Zealand has established relationships with a network of independent flooring contractors and applicators that are able to service clients flooring requirements across Oceania, including Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea and the Pacific Islands.

To find out more information on Flowcrete New Zealand recommended independent contractors in your local area, please contact nzweb@flowcrete.com.

Surface preparation should be conducted by the independent flooring contractor prior to the application of a Flowcrete flooring system.

As we offer a variety of resin flooring systems, the preparation requirements may differ and this can be indentified during the flooring specification process.  

High-build coatings are self-priming, but the substrate may vary in porosity, so two coats are recommended to achieve a consistent appearance.

Self-levellers will bond effectively on their own, but a primer is still essential to seal the substrate. Otherwise air in the substrate may rise through the self-leveller and cause air bubbles.

A screed or mortar topping will need a primer to ensure a good bond with the substrate, the exception being some water-based polyurethane screeds, which can be applied to cementitious substrates (concrete or screed) without a primer.