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Industrial & commercial resin flooring

Industrial & Commercial Resin Flooring Contractors UK

Superior Resin Solutions UK installs hard-wearing resin flooring systems for warehouses, factories, workshops, food production areas and commercial premises across South Wales and the wider UK.

Wide view of completed 3,500 square metre warehouse epoxy floor in Bristol
Bristol, 3,500m²: warehouse epoxy refurbishment, completed in five days. View the Bristol case study
  • 35+ years combined experienceResin flooring knowledge built on real sites
  • Preparation-led installationsGrinding, blasting, repairs and substrate assessment
  • Industrial and commercial specialistsFactories, warehouses, workshops, food and commercial sites
  • South Wales basedSupporting suitable projects across the wider UK

Resin flooring built around real site demands

Resin flooring specified around how your site actually works

The right resin floor depends on the existing concrete, traffic, machinery, footfall, impact, chemicals, cleaning, hygiene, slip risk, temperature and the time available before the area must return to service. SRS installs industrial resin flooring and commercial resin flooring, using epoxy, polyurethane, polyurethane screeds, self levelling floors, anti slip finishes, MMA fast-cure flooring and industrial floor coatings, selected around the actual operating conditions rather than a one-size-fits-all specification.

Assess more than the finished colour

A resin flooring contractor should assess more than the finished colour. Weak concrete, contamination, moisture, damaged joints, cracks, old coatings and poor previous repairs can all affect the new floor if they are not identified and treated properly.

Planning around operations

Phased working, weekend programmes and fast-cure systems may reduce downtime where technically suitable. Preparation, cure time, access and safe segregation still need to be included in the programme.

Free flooring assessment

Send the details needed for practical first-stage advice

A clear site brief helps SRS identify the likely preparation and resin route.

  • Site location and approximate floor area
  • Factory, warehouse, workshop, food or commercial use
  • Forklift, vehicle and pedestrian traffic
  • Oils, chemicals, water, heat or contamination
  • Existing coating, cracks, joints and damage
  • Required completion date and shutdown window

Operating conditions

What the floor needs to handle

Different areas of the same site can face very different demands, so the floor is specified around traffic, contamination, hygiene, cleaning, appearance and safety.

  • Forklifts and heavy trafficForklift weight, tyres, turning circles and repeated loading shape the build-up.
  • Impact and abrasionDropped tools, pallets, machinery and abrasive dust need a robust finish.
  • Chemicals and contaminationOils, fuels and process chemicals must be checked against the exact product.
  • Water and slip riskWet processing, ramps and contaminated routes may need texture, drainage and a cleaning regime.
  • Temperature and thermal changeHot washdown, ovens and chilled zones may need polyurethane or heavy-duty screed systems.
  • Shutdown and cure windowPreparation, repairs and curing must fit the programme without cutting corners.

High-intent sectors

Resin flooring for the sites that demand most

SRS supports new installations and refurbishment projects where an existing floor needs repair, protection, upgrading or replacement.

Factories and production

Resin floors for production lines, assembly areas, machinery routes and high-use manufacturing spaces.

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Warehouses and logistics

Durable floors for storage, picking, dispatch, loading areas, forklift routes and distribution environments.

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Engineering workshops

Hard-wearing systems for tools, oils, swarf, machinery, vehicle movement and regular maintenance activity.

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Food production

Hygiene-focused floors for wet processing, commercial kitchens, bakeries, breweries and washdown areas.

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Plant and service rooms

Concrete protection and resin flooring for plant areas, utilities, technical spaces and machinery rooms.

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Loading bays and ramps

Traffic-resistant, textured finishes for loading, turning, access and transition areas where grip matters.

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Commercial premises

Durable resin flooring for commercial units, customer-facing spaces, back-of-house areas and workplaces.

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Safety routes and zoning

Pedestrian routes, crossings, vehicle lanes, exclusion zones and work-bay demarcation.

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food processing resin flooring Ebbw Vale

120m² Ebbw Vale case study

Food-processing polyurethane floor screed

  • Area120m²
  • System6–9mm Resdev Pumadur HF heavy-duty polyurethane floor screed, RAL 3001 red, with 55 linear metres of resin coving and a 600mm red cladding paint band
  • ChallengeDamaged and stained floor for Express Contract Drying Ltd, needing removal and replacement
  • ProgrammeThree days

View the Ebbw Vale case study

Resin flooring systems and services

Resin flooring systems installed by SRS

Resin technology, thickness, texture and finish are selected after the substrate and operating conditions have been assessed. Each page goes deeper into applications, preparation and operating demands.

Versatile industrial system

Epoxy resin flooring

Hard-wearing epoxy coatings, broadcast systems and self levelling floors for many dry industrial environments.

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Flexible performance options

Polyurethane flooring

PU systems for selected industrial areas exposed to impact, movement, temperature changes or specialist finish requirements.

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Heavy-duty industrial screed

Polyurethane screed flooring

Robust PU screeds for demanding wet, hot, heavy-use or hygiene-sensitive industrial areas.

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Smooth seamless finish

Self levelling resin flooring

Smooth resin systems for selected production, warehouse, pharmaceutical, technical and commercial industrial spaces.

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Fast return to service

MMA fast-cure flooring

Rapid-cure resin flooring for suitable projects where a short shutdown or phased programme is a priority.

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Protection and upgrade

Industrial floor coatings

Resin and epoxy coatings for concrete protection, dust reduction, improved appearance and practical maintenance.

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heavy duty resin flooring Cardiff

450m² Cardiff case study

Heavy-duty polyurethane floor screed for a training centre

  • Area450m²
  • System9mm Resdev Pumadur HF heavy-duty polyurethane floor screed, dark grey
  • ChallengeFormer welding workshop with minor concrete damage, cracking and joints to treat, in cold November conditions
  • ProgrammeFour days

View the Cardiff case study

System comparison

Matching the resin floor to the working environment

This table is a practical starting point. Final selection should follow substrate assessment and review of the exact traffic, chemicals, temperature, cleaning and return-to-service requirements.

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System typeTypical useMain advantagesImportant checks
Epoxy floor coatingPlant rooms, stores, workshops and light-to-medium duty industrial areasConcrete protection, colour, easier cleaning and practical refurbishmentSubstrate strength, contamination, moisture, traffic and required build-up
Epoxy broadcast systemFactories, warehouses, ramps, production routes and higher-grip zonesDurability, texture and adaptable build-upCleaning method, slip risk, aggregate size, traffic and cure time
Self levelling epoxyProduction, technical, commercial industrial and clean working areasSmooth seamless appearance and consistent finishSubstrate flatness, moisture, point loads, impact and slip requirements
Polyurethane flooringSelected industrial areas requiring specific movement, impact or finish performanceRange of flexible performance characteristics by productExact formulation, chemical exposure, temperature and UV requirement
Polyurethane screedWet production, food processing, heavy-duty and thermally demanding areasRobust seamless build-up for demanding operationsDepth, drainage, falls, coving, thermal exposure and cleaning chemicals
MMA fast-cure systemShutdown, phased and low-downtime refurbishment projectsRapid curing potential and faster return to serviceVentilation, temperature, preparation, odour control and programme

Product data, substrate testing and the agreed written specification take priority over general website guidance. Chemical resistance, temperature performance, cure time and service conditions vary by exact manufacturer system.

Flooring system or floor coating?

A thin industrial coating can be a sensible option for concrete protection and light-to-medium duty use. A heavier resin flooring system is generally considered where traffic, impact, thermal change, wet processing or service conditions demand more.

  • Thin coatings are not automatically suitable for heavy forklift or impact zones.
  • Self levelling floors create a smoother, thicker seamless finish; broadcast systems add texture and a more robust wearing surface.
  • Polyurethane screeds are considered for many demanding wet and thermal areas; MMA may help where curing time is critical.
  • The existing concrete and preparation remain central to every option.
Completed light grey resin floor at Eriez Magnetics Europe in Caerphilly

240m² Caerphilly case study

Manufacturing floor for Eriez Magnetics Europe

  • Area240m²
  • System3mm self levelling epoxy with two coats of heavy-duty matt polyurethane sealer and anti-slip, RAL 7035
  • ChallengeCold January temperatures, and existing cracks to repair in a workshop converted to manufacturing use
  • ProgrammeSix working days within a seven-day shutdown

View the Caerphilly case study

Specification details

What affects the performance and cost of resin flooring?

Resin flooring is normally quoted after the site conditions and scope are understood. Two floors of the same size can require very different preparation, repairs, materials and installation programmes.

  • Floor conditionWeak concrete, failed coatings, cracks, damaged joints, laitance and contamination can add significant preparation and repair work.
  • Required system build-upA protective coating, broadcast finish, self levelling floor and heavy-duty screed have different material and installation requirements.
  • Traffic and operating demandsForklifts, impact, chemicals, heat, wet use, hygiene, slip risk and cleaning all influence the specification.
  • Repairs and detailingJoints, cracks, drainage, coving, ramps, thresholds, machinery bases and edge details need to be included in the project scope.
  • Access and programmeNight, weekend, phased or accelerated working can change labour, logistics, curing and material choices.
  • Floor area and layoutOpen floor plates, small rooms, occupied sites, fixed machinery and difficult access affect production rates and sequencing.

For a useful budget discussion: send the postcode, approximate area, current floor photographs, site use, traffic, known damage and the available shutdown window. SRS can then advise whether a survey or further information is needed.

Preparation, repairs and project process

Resin flooring performance starts below the finished surface

A high-performance resin cannot compensate for weak concrete, unresolved moisture, embedded oil, loose coatings or unstable repairs. The route from flooring survey to handover is planned around the substrate, operations, access and safe return to service.

  1. Survey and assess

    Review the substrate, old coating, contamination, damage, moisture risk, traffic, cleaning, access and programme.

  2. Specify

    Recommend the preparation, repairs, resin build-up, texture, colour and sequencing.

  3. Prepare and repair

    Use grinding, shot blasting, scarifying or another appropriate method to remove weak material and create a mechanical key. Treat cracks, damaged concrete, joints, edges, thresholds, ramps and local defects included in the agreed scope.

  4. Prime and install

    Apply the specified primer, resin layers, texture, topcoat and markings.

  5. Inspect and hand over

    Inspect the finished floor and provide curing, cleaning and aftercare guidance.

Verified SRS flooring projects

Industrial and commercial resin flooring case studies

These verified projects show SRS delivering epoxy, polyurethane and anti-slip flooring across warehouses, industrial units, training facilities, food-processing areas and a live hotel. Full specifications sit on each case-study page.

warehouse resin flooring Rhondda

Rhondda case study

5,000m²

Major epoxy warehouse refurbishment

A badly deteriorated industrial floor was mechanically prepared using diamond grinding and shot blasting, extensively repaired and finished with Vebro EP OT Primer and two Vebro EP Universal epoxy coats in Glorious Grey. Aluminium oxide was incorporated into the final coat for additional slip resistance.

  • ChallengeBadly deteriorated industrial floor, with oil-affected concrete areas
  • SystemVebro EP epoxy, Glorious Grey, with aluminium oxide in the final coat
  • ProgrammePhased: the manufacturer began moving machinery into finished areas while later phases continued

View the Rhondda case study, including the full specification

More projects on this page and in the case studies: Bristol 3,500m² · Cardiff 450m² · Ebbw Vale 120m² · Village Hotel, Bristol 240m² · Caerphilly 240m² · All SRS case studies

Safety and grip

Grip, cleaning and workplace movement

No floor is completely slip-proof. Surface texture should be selected around likely contamination and cleaning, while drainage, housekeeping, spill management, footwear, traffic separation and maintenance remain important.

  • Match texture to wet, oily, dusty or dry conditions, and balance grip with the way the surface must be cleaned.
  • Use clear pedestrian routes and vehicle demarcation where required.
  • Review ramps, entrances, drains, thresholds and turning areas separately.
  • Agree how spills, damage and worn markings will be reported and maintained.
anti-slip resin flooring Bristol

240m² Bristol case study

Anti-slip resin flooring in a live hotel refurbishment

  • Area240m²
  • SystemAltro Proof DPM and Altro Grip 4.5mm, Southdown
  • ChallengeDelivered as part of a live hotel refurbishment, across changing rooms, showers, corridors, lockers, stairs and the pool entrance
  • ProgrammeOne week

View the Village Hotel case study

Honest specification

When resin flooring may be suitable

A responsible quotation identifies conditions that need investigation, repair or specialist design before a new floor is installed.

Often suitable where

  • A durable seamless industrial surface is required.
  • The concrete can be mechanically prepared to a sound base.
  • Traffic, cleaning and contamination are understood.
  • Colour zoning, texture or line marking is needed.
  • The installation and curing programme can be planned.

Resolve or investigate first

  • Deep oil contamination or an unknown existing coating.
  • Active moisture, water ingress or unsuitable damp conditions.
  • Weak, unstable or structurally moving concrete.
  • Failed joints, edges, drains or serious cracking.
  • A shutdown window that does not allow preparation and curing.

How this page is checked

Reviewed for practical accuracy

Reviewed for practical accuracy by Richard Evans, Director, Superior Resin Solutions UK Ltd

This homepage helps facilities managers, business owners, contractors and site teams understand the main SRS resin flooring services and prepare for a flooring survey. Final performance is confirmed against the selected manufacturer system and written project specification.

South Wales base, wider UK coverage

Resin flooring projects across South Wales and the wider UK

SRS is based in Rhigos near Aberdare, with strong coverage across South Wales and the M4 corridor. Suitable larger industrial and commercial projects are also supported elsewhere in the UK, including Cardiff, Swansea, Newport, Bristol, Bridgend, Caerphilly and Merthyr Tydfil.

Check your project location

Send the postcode, approximate floor area, photographs and proposed programme. SRS will confirm the most practical next step.

Client feedback and recognition

What clients say about SRS

Published client feedback, with independently published recognition and further company proof.

Honeyfield (Waitrose)

“Thank you and your team for such a fantastic and professional effort. Your prompt and proactive actions helped us meet the construction programme and achieve a successful, on-time delivery.”

LeighHoneyfield

Eriez Magnetics Europe

“Highly recommend this team. A few things stood out during our project:

Speed & Quality: Work was completed quickly without compromising on a high standard.

Communication: The transaction from quote to completion was smooth and effortless.

Workmanship: Extremely professional and kept the site clean throughout.

We will definitely be using them again.”

Lee JamesOperations Manager, Eriez Magnetics Europe

Novotel (EMI Construction)

“All good with the resin, nice job 👍. Thanks for completing the Novotel so quickly, much appreciated.”

GwynEMI Construction

Proclean

“Communication and promptness has been first class on all jobs. Staff have been so accommodating on the works and health and safety has always been a priority with your company. It is always reassuring to know that your company understands the importance to me that a first class contract is always achieved on various sites.”

N. P. EvansProclean

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Awards & recognition

  • 2026Best Specialist Resin Flooring Company 2026 – UKAcquisition International | Global Excellence Awards
  • 2025Best Resin Flooring Solutions Provider 2025 – WalesAcquisition International | Global Excellence Awards
  • 2024Best Industrial Resin Flooring Company 2024SME News | Welsh Enterprise Awards

About Superior Resin Solutions

Meet the directors, understand the SRS approach and see how projects are assessed and planned.

About SRS

SRS Case Studies

See verified SRS projects including preparation, repairs, systems, programmes and completed flooring.

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Frequently asked questions

Industrial and commercial resin flooring FAQs

Common questions from facilities managers, manufacturers, warehouse operators, engineering teams, contractors and business owners.

What is resin flooring?

Resin flooring is a seamless floor system applied to a prepared substrate. Depending on the project, it may use epoxy, polyurethane, polyurethane screed, MMA or another resin technology in a coating, broadcast, self levelling or screed build-up.

What is the best resin floor for my site?

The best system depends on the concrete, traffic, impact, contamination, chemicals, temperature, cleaning, slip risk and shutdown window. A site survey is normally needed before the final build-up is confirmed.

Can industrial resin flooring handle forklifts?

Suitable industrial resin systems can be specified for forklift routes and busy warehouse or factory areas. The forklift weight, tyre type, turning circles, impact, slab condition and required system build-up all need to be considered.

Is epoxy or polyurethane better for industrial flooring?

Neither is automatically better. Epoxy suits many dry industrial floors, while polyurethane and polyurethane screed systems may be considered for selected areas involving movement, temperature change, wet processing or heavier service conditions.

How much does industrial resin flooring cost?

Cost depends on floor area, condition, preparation, repairs, contamination, chosen resin system, texture, detailing, access and programme. Clear photographs and site information are needed before a useful budget or quotation can be prepared.

Can resin flooring be installed over an existing floor?

Sometimes, but the existing substrate or coating must be assessed for adhesion, strength, contamination, moisture and compatibility. Loose or unsuitable materials need to be removed before the new system is installed.

How is an industrial concrete floor prepared?

Preparation may involve diamond grinding, shot blasting, scarifying, removal of old coatings, repairs, cleaning and moisture-related work. The method depends on the concrete and the resin system being installed.

Can industrial resin flooring be anti slip?

Yes, textured finishes can be specified for wet, oily or higher-risk zones. Grip should be balanced with cleanability, and the wider controls should include drainage, cleaning, spill management, footwear and maintenance.

How long does industrial resin flooring take to install?

The programme depends on area, preparation, repairs, number of resin layers, temperature, access and cure time. Phased, weekend and fast-cure options may be possible where the site and specification allow.

How long will an industrial resin floor last?

Service life varies with substrate quality, system thickness, traffic, impact, chemicals, temperature, cleaning and maintenance. Correct preparation and a realistic specification are more useful than a blanket lifespan claim.

Can safety lines and pedestrian walkways be added?

Yes. Pedestrian routes, forklift lanes, crossings, work bays, loading zones and exclusion areas can be incorporated into the industrial flooring project where required.

Do you install resin flooring outside South Wales?

Yes. SRS is based in Rhigos near Aberdare and supports suitable industrial and commercial resin flooring projects across South Wales and the wider UK.

Plan the next flooring project

Book a site survey for your industrial or commercial floor

Send the site location, approximate floor area, photographs, current floor condition, operational use and preferred programme. SRS will review the information and explain the most practical next step.

Speak directly to SRS

For urgent shutdowns, factory access questions, warehouse upgrades, commercial flooring projects or initial help choosing the right resin system.

Call 07462 436607