When it comes to specifying the flooring for your brewery, there are many options on the table. Here, Resincoat, a UK manufacturer of epoxy systems, outline the numerous benefits these offer when it comes to this essential brewery investment.
Whether you’re brand new to the industry or looking to give your existing flooring a refresh, careful consideration must be taken when looking to install your flooring. The flooring forms the foundation of your brewery and is one of the most critical parts of your facility; you want the perfect balance of style and functionality.
There’s lots of discussion around the best brewery flooring, epoxy resin seems to be favourable whilst urethane is a highly hygienic option. It really depends on the substrate you have & the desired finish features you’re to achieve. In this article we’re focusing on epoxy flooring & discussing whether it really is the best option for your brewery.
A typical brewery floor starts with exposed concrete and although may look sturdy, will quickly become damaged and worn with foot traffic and heavy loads. An epoxy resin coating can easily protect this whilst also providing a smooth, high gloss appearance. The epoxy coating can provide chemical and sugar resistance along with a highly durable design; features that are extremely important when it comes to your brewery floor.
Slippery conditions are inherent in any brewery, so careful consideration has to be taken to ensure the flooring is safe for both staff and visitors. Exposed concrete can become slippery when wet so the best option is an anti-slip additive that can easily be added to resinous flooring systems, providing excellent slip resistance in both wet and dry conditions. A full broadcast of anti-slip aggregate can help avoid slips, trips and dangerous accidents.
Spills are inevitable in a facility that produces beer and the porous surface of untreated concrete can quickly absorb liquids causing unsightly stains and if not cleaned thoroughly can result in the growth of bacteria. Resin flooring systems offer a smooth, non-porous finish with few cracks and grouts, minimising the risk of moisture and bacteria gathering. Easy to clean and maintain these systems can also withstand powerful jet washing and other cleaning methods, ensuring maintenance is quick and easy.
Epoxy resin systems are quite useful when it comes to durability. Generally advised two coats are required to create a nice thick coating that is not vulnerable to crack or scuffs. These systems are tough enough to withstand heavy machine and forklift traffic as well as protecting the substrate from dropped apparatus. Resinous flooring can be particularly important in high impact areas such as loading bays and brew kettles providing excellent protection for the concrete. Generally, epoxy systems last for many years offering a long lasting, smooth design.
If your brewery has a front of house, tasting room or visitor centre, creating a nice welcoming space that’s aesthetically pleasing is important. The flooring can play an important role in representing your brand; resin systems generally boast a huge choice of colours with a stylish high gloss finish.
If you’re a brewery wanting to create something a little more unique, metallic epoxy systems can be used to create the appearance of polished concrete. Use warm earthy tones to create a modern ambience that will certainly turn the heads of visitors. An epoxy metallic system can be customised with your own colours creating a completely unique appearance.
To summarise, epoxy systems appear to tick all the boxes when it comes to these types of environments so we don’t see why they couldn’t be classified as “the best brewery flooring.” It’s a great option for all breweries and with its highly durable design it also means you’re not having to re-coat every few years.
If you’re looking to invest in an epoxy floor choosing a credible supplier is important. Resincoat are a leading UK manufacturer of epoxy systems that have been specifically designed and tested for the brewing and micro-brewing industry.
