Epoxy systems Northern Ireland Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some of the questions we get regularly about our epoxy services. If you have any questions not answered here, please get in touch.

Why should I choose Epoxy ROX in Northern Ireland?

Epoxy ROX are commitment to customer service, with a background in customer relations and engineering we have made the successful transition to a one stop service for epoxy systems in NI. We have a network of trainers, designers and other tradesmen to work along side and we have had extensive training, practice, research and development in the application of epoxy resin. We are dedicated to customer satisfaction.

What does your epoxy installation process look like?

Step 1 - Initial Consultation

Get in touch or use our quote calculator if you know the size of your job. This allows us to give customers an approximate cost of service.

Step 2 - Design Consultation

Work with our team to bring your vision to life. During this process, customers decide on the type of system, the colour and finish. Afterwards, our designers will make a flooring sample board for your consideration.

Step 3 - Installation

The installation process, depending on the epoxy system used and installation area, can take from a day to a week to complete. This is because there is a lot of floor preparation involved before epoxy can be applied. Then the epoxy must be left to cure before return to service. This is the same time frame used by all epoxy flooring contractors, if they adhere to the correct health and safety standards.

Step 4 - Handover

Once you are satisfied with your epoxy floor, we will give you all the information you need to correctly clean and maintain your floor so that you can maximise the lifespan.

What is epoxy resin?

Epoxy resin, which may also be referred to as polypoxides, casting resin, laminating resin or just resin, is a versatile polymer with high thermal and chemical resistance. It has a range of benefits and uses, but its durability, non-slip finish and antimicrobial qualities make it a popular choice for residential and industrial flooring. We use only the highest quality resin products manufactured in The UK and America. We will never compromise on product quality.

Are epoxy resin countertops durable?

Yes, epoxy resin countertops are durable, with correction preparation and application an epoxy countertops will last for decades. We wouldn’t normal set hot pans on standard counter tops anyway but epoxy resin countertops are durable and heat resistant for a short time. With a topcoat the countertop will also have added scratch resistance and UV protection. We only use the high quality epoxy resin.

Can epoxy resin catch fire?

Epoxy resin is consider non flammable once cured, Epoxy resin can withstand temperatures from 150 to 300 degrees for a short time. Can epoxy resin melt? Are epoxy resin ashtray safe? Yes epoxy resin will melt if heat is directly on it. A cigarettes tip reaches up to 900 degree so I would advise that epoxy resin would not be used as an ashtray. Are epoxy resin grinder safe? Epoxy resin can be broken if too thin, the fine points of a grinder leave us with weak spots and potential broken bits mixing in with your grinded material, with the heat of a cigarette reaching high temperature it would be advised to not inhale fumes from heated epoxy resin

Can epoxy resin be painted?

Yes, most surfaces can be painted, The epoxy resin would need to be sanded. Can epoxy resin be sanded? Yes, to prepare for painting use 240 grit sandpaper to create a mechanical key and a paint primer for a chemical adhesive. Epoxy resin surface is non permeable and smooth as glass so it would not bond with new paint without preparation. Then again why would you want to paint over a epoxy resin, especially if its done by us!

Are epoxy resin fumes toxic?

Yes, epoxy resin fumes are toxic, the fumes are most harmful in the early stages of curing. Care should be taken in the preparation and application of epoxy resins, which is why it is best left to trained epoxy resin specialists. However, once dried, epoxy resin is safe for a range of uses including food preparation surfaces and surfaces used by pets.

What is the price of an epoxy floor?

The cost of Epoxy Rox flooring will vary depending on the size and specifications of your desired job. You can use our quote calculator for an online epoxy flooring price estimate. We can assure you that our services are competitively priced.

Does Epoxy Rox offer finance and how do I pay?

No, we don’t offer finance or payment instalments. All of our consultations are free of charge. We request a 10% deposit on booking, after which our design experts will create a sample board to bring your ideas to life. We will work with you to ensure you are satisfied with the design before installation.

This is how our epoxy floor prices work in simplest terms. Customers pay 50% of the total fee before installation and the remaining 50% is paid after installation.

Can epoxy resin be used outside?

Epoxy resin is durable and long-lasting which makes it suitable for a wide range of outdoor uses including resin driveways, doorsteps, balconies and signs. We use polyaspartic epoxy resin for outside and garage floors. poly apsratic epoxy resin has UV protect, high impact resistance, easy to clean with chemicals and cures the fastest (needed in our weather climate).

Does Epoxy Rox offer only epoxy resin flooring?

No, we offer a range of epoxy resin installation services including epoxy resin counter-tops, epoxy resin tables, epoxy resin interior flooring, epoxy resin garage flooring, epoxy resin outdoor surfacing and any other custom epoxy resin designs our customers request.

Are there any epoxy resin flooring contractors near me?

Our qualified epoxy flooring contractors cover all of Northern Ireland, so wherever you are based in the province we have epoxy flooring contractors available to provide epoxy resin installations.

Does Epoxy Rox install industrial epoxy flooring?

Yes, we install epoxy industrial kitchen flooring, epoxy warehouse flooring, epoxy factory flooring and more across Northern Ireland. If you are looking for epoxy industrial flooring or epoxy commercial flooring, get in touch for more information.

Can you install an epoxy garage floor?

Epoxy resin can be used in a garage floor, it would be especially useful for mechanical garages which may experience heavy vehicle traffic and spillages. Garage floor paint is not long lasting and durable like epoxy resin. Epoxy resin is scratch, stain and abrasion resistant. Unlike tiles, epoxy resin is flexible and won't crack, even under the weight of heavy machinery. See our blog post: Why You Should Epoxy Your Garage Floor.

Can epoxy resin be recycled?

No, epoxy resin is generally not recyclable. They are hard and very durable plastics that are meant to be heat-resistant. Once the hardening process has taken place after mixing the two components together, it is irreversible, so it's virtually impossible to separate them again.

How does epoxy compare to carpet or tile flooring?

While tile flooring and carpet may be great for many uses, epoxy offers some distinct advantages. It is epoxy’s anti-microbial qualities that often make it more practical than tile flooring, which is more porous and gives germs a place to grow. Similarly, it is much easier to clean and maintain than carpet flooring, requiring just a quick wipe with a cloth to clean. That is just 2 reasons why epoxy surfaces are gradually replacing tile flooring and carpet flooring in homes and businesses across Northern Ireland.