When an industrial facility needs a new floor, the coating itself is only part of the equation. Proper preparation, concrete repairs, product selection and installation all play a critical role in creating a floor that can stand up to demanding commercial and industrial use.
Elite Coatings recently completed a 17,000-square-foot industrial flooring project in Calgary, Alberta, transforming multiple floor levels with extensive concrete preparation, repairs and a high-performance hybrid full-flake coating system finished with polyaspartic top coats.
The project was completed on a 14-day rapid installation schedule, requiring careful planning and efficient execution from start to finish.
The project owner was RS Foundation Systems, with Lear Construction serving as the general contractor.
With approximately 21,000 square feet of flooring requiring work across multiple levels, the project presented several challenges—including significant adhesive removal, concrete imperfections, cracks and gouges that needed to be addressed before the new flooring system could be installed.
For an industrial flooring project of this size, creating a clean, properly prepared concrete substrate was essential.
One of the first and most important stages of the project was removing heavy glue and adhesive from the existing concrete.
Elite Coatings used commercial scraping equipment and heavy mechanical diamond grinding to remove the existing material and prepare the concrete surface.
This type of preparation is critical for industrial epoxy and concrete coating systems. Coatings need a properly prepared substrate to achieve strong adhesion and provide the long-term performance expected from a commercial flooring system.
The seven-day preparation process focused on creating a seamless, properly prepared concrete surface before moving into the coating stages.
Following the mechanical preparation, a high-penetrating concrete sealer was incorporated into the flooring process.
Once the existing floor had been mechanically prepared, the next stage involved addressing imperfections within the concrete substrate.
The team completed repairs to:
This stage is particularly important in a large industrial space. Applying a coating over an inadequately prepared or damaged substrate can compromise the finished floor and its long-term performance.
By taking the time to repair the concrete before applying the coating system, Elite Coatings was able to establish a stronger foundation for the finished flooring.
The second level received a prime coat followed by a three-coat flooring system.
The selected system featured a hybrid full-flake finish with polyaspartic top coats.
Full-flake flooring systems are a popular choice for commercial and industrial environments because they provide a durable, textured surface while also creating a clean and professional finished appearance.
The polyaspartic top coats provide an additional layer of protection designed to help improve the longevity of the flooring system.
For a busy industrial facility, durability is a key consideration. The right combination of concrete preparation, coating layers and protective top coats can help create a floor designed to withstand the demands of daily commercial use.
The final stage of the project focused on sealing the main ground-level shop floor.
After the extensive preparation and repairs throughout the facility, the main floor received its final sealing step to complete the flooring system.
The result is a renewed industrial floor designed to provide a seamless, durable and professional surface across the facility.
One of the defining aspects of this project was the 14-day rapid installation schedule.
Completing approximately 17,000 square feet across multiple floor levels, including over 15 different rooms, boards rooms, kitchens, individual offices and work areas,
within a tight timeframe required careful coordination, extensive preparation and an experienced installation team.
The project demonstrates why commercial and industrial flooring is about much more than simply applying a coating to concrete.
A successful flooring installation starts with understanding the existing substrate, removing contaminants, mechanically preparing the concrete, completing necessary repairs and selecting a coating system suited to the environment.
Whether you are considering epoxy flooring in Calgary, a polyaspartic floor system or another commercial concrete coating, surface preparation is one of the most important factors in the success of the project.
Industrial concrete floors can have years of accumulated adhesives, coatings, cracks, gouges, stains and other imperfections. These issues need to be properly addressed before a new flooring system is installed.
At Elite Coatings, the preparation process is tailored to the condition of the existing concrete and the requirements of the project.
Depending on the floor, preparation may include mechanical diamond grinding, commercial scraping, crack and concrete repairs, priming and other surface preparation techniques.
The goal is simple: create the right foundation for the coating system.
This 17,000-square-foot Calgary project is another example of the type of large-scale commercial and industrial flooring work that requires experience, planning and attention to detail.
From heavy adhesive removal and concrete preparation to full-flake systems and polyaspartic top coats, every stage contributes to the performance and appearance of the finished floor.
If you’re planning a commercial or industrial flooring project in Calgary or the surrounding area, Elite Coatings can help you determine the right preparation and flooring system for your facility.
Contact Elite Coatings to discuss your project and find out how a professionally prepared and installed flooring system can transform your commercial or industrial space.
Location: Calgary, Alberta
Project Type: Industrial flooring
Project Size: 17,000 sq. ft.
Installation Schedule: 14 days
Preparation: Commercial adhesive removal, mechanical diamond grinding and concrete repairs
Flooring System: Hybrid full-flake system with polyaspartic top coats
Areas: Multiple floor levels and main-floor industrial shop
General Contractor: Lear Construction
Project Owner: RS Foundation Systems
