Metallic Epoxy Floor Installation at a Boston Nightclub | Case Study
About the Boston Ma. Metallic Epoxy Floor Project – Introduction:
This case study highlights the unique challenges and innovative techniques utilized by our epoxy floor contractor team during the recent metallic epoxy installation at a popular Boston, MA nightclub. The project involved transforming a 1,500 square feet dance floor into a visually stunning and durable surface using Pro Rez’s metallic epoxy products. The entire process was completed within a tight timeframe of just three days.
- Location – Boston Massachusetts
- Type of Facility – Down Night Club with high traffic dance floor.
- Size – 1,500 S.F.
- Time To Complete – 3 days
- Epoxy Contractor – New England Floor Owned by Ken Bonney 617-202-2973
- Photo Gallery – Completed Floors
Epoxy Resurfacing Project Background:
The nightclub owner sought to revitalize the venue’s dance floor with a modern, eye-catching design that could withstand the wear and tear of nightly use. Our team was tasked with creating a metallic epoxy floor that not only met these durability requirements but also enhanced the club’s overall ambiance.
Concrete Floor Challenges:
- Tight Schedule: With only three days to complete the project, our team faced immense pressure to deliver exceptional results within the given timeframe.
- High foot traffic: The dance floor’s high foot traffic posed a challenge in terms of selecting the right epoxy product and ensuring proper curing times for maximum durability.
- Customization: The client desired a unique, one-of-a-kind floor design that would set their nightclub apart from others in the area.
Innovative Techniques:
Epoxy Application Process
Fast-curing epoxy: To meet the tight deadline, our team chose Pro Rez’s fast-curing metallic epoxy products. This allowed for a quicker installation process without compromising on quality or durability.
Layering techniques: Our team employed a combination of layering techniques, including troweling, squeegeeing, and swirling, to create a visually striking, custom design with depth and dimension.
Controlled environment: The team utilized temporary barriers and climate control equipment to maintain optimal installation conditions, ensuring proper curing and reducing potential contaminants.
Metallic Epoxy – Final Outcome:
Our team successfully installed a stunning, durable metallic epoxy dance floor within the three-day deadline. The fast-curing Pro Rez product, combined with innovative layering techniques, resulted in a unique, eye-catching design that not only met the client’s requirements but exceeded their expectations.
The new dance floor quickly became the centerpiece of the nightclub, drawing in new patrons and creating a buzz throughout the local nightlife scene. With its enhanced durability, the metallic epoxy floor is well-equipped to handle the demands of a high-traffic dance floor for years to come.
Pro Rez Metallic Epoxy Product Features:
Our team chose the Pro Rez metallic epoxy products for their outstanding features, making them ideal for high-traffic, high-impact areas such as a nightclub dance floor. These products offer:
- Chemical resistance: The metallic epoxy is resistant to a wide range of chemicals, ensuring the floor’s longevity and easy maintenance.
- Easy maintenance: The seamless nature of the epoxy floor makes cleaning and maintenance a breeze.
- High traffic and impact resistance: Pro Rez metallic epoxy products are specifically designed to withstand high foot traffic and impact, making them perfect for busy nightclub environments.
- Stain, UV, and water resistance: The epoxy flooring resists stains, UV damage, and water, preserving the floor’s appearance and durability.
- Tenacious bond and wear resistance: The metallic epoxy’s strong adhesion to the substrate and wear resistance ensure a long-lasting, durable floor.
Benefits of Pro Rez Metallic Epoxy System:
The Pro Rez metallic epoxy system used for the nightclub’s dance floor offers several benefits, including:
- Low odor: The 100% solids material used in the epoxy system emits minimal odor during installation, reducing disruption to the nightclub’s operations.
- Moisture tolerance: The epoxy system is highly tolerant of moisture, enabling it to adhere well to the substrate and withstand humid environments.
- Excellent durability and impact resistance: The system’s ability to restore damaged, old concrete and provide a hard-wearing surface ensures the dance floor’s longevity.
- Seamless and easy-to-maintain surface: With a seamless design, the epoxy floor is easy to clean and maintain, ideal for a busy nightclub.
- Customizable color options: The Pro Rez system allows for customization with 16 standard colors and the option for custom colors.
New England Floor Installation Process:
Our team followed a specific installation process using the Pro Rez system components:
- Primer/Sealer: We applied ProPoxy (S-Standard or F-Fast) or ProPoxy MoistureuBLOK (MB) as a primer to seal the substrate, ensuring a strong bond with the epoxy layer.
- Base Coat: The team used ProPoxy SL, a 100% solids high build epoxy resin with 20 lbs of SL filler, to create a 60 or 100 mil resurfacing system.
- Top Coat: We applied ProThane (S-Standard, F-Fast, or HH-High Humidity), an ultra-high solids urethane topcoat with either a gloss or satin finish.
- Colorants: Universal colorants were used to customize the floor’s appearance according to the client’s preferences.
Epoxy Coating Optional Additives
- ProWear: For enhanced abrasion and wear resistance, we added ProWear to the ProThane finish coat.
- ProGrip: To increase non-slip resistance, we included ProGrip in the ProThane finish coat.
Typical Uses of Pro Rez Metallic Epoxy System:
The Pro Rez metallic epoxy system is suitable for various industrial and commercial flooring applications, including manufacturing facilities, aircraft hangars, loading docks, printing and pharmaceutical industries, laboratories, clean rooms, traffic aisles, corridors, and garages.
About New England Floor – Boston Epoxy Contractors
New England Floor is a Pro Rez Installer with countless completed projects. The Pro Rez metallic epoxy system’s exceptional features and benefits made it the perfect choice for the nightclub’s dance floor installation. With its durability, customizability, and resistance to various elements, the floor has not only enhanced the venue’s aesthetic appeal but also ensured a safe, easy-to-maintain surface for years to come.