Mechanical Workshop Flooring

Brisbane, Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast

Mechanical Workshop Flooring Solutions

Is your mechanic shop in Brisbane or Gold Coast in need of a new floor? If so, then you need to reach out to us at My Floor! We’ll provide you with the perfect flooring for any mechanical workshop. Whether you work with cars, trucks, motorbikes or any other vehicle, our flooring solutions will stand up to them all. As you can imagine, there’s a lot of challenges your floor will face in your workshop. If you make the wrong choice here, it could be disastrous. That’s due to the dangerous machinery and working conditions found in mechanic workshops.

Does your workshop frequently deal with oil, chemicals or other liquids? Then you’re going to want to make sure that your floor can handle it. Ideally, you need a non-porous surface that will allow liquids to bead up on top. That way, no chemicals or liquids can seep into your floor and contaminate it. Not only do stains look bad, but they can also be dangerous. Mould, bacteria and other harmful microbial life can form in porous surfaces. Oil spills on regular concrete is a slip hazard for employees and customers.

Vehicle Maintenance Workshop Flooring

Are you thinking of starting a maintenance workshop in your garage? If so, then you should know that standard concrete is not a good flooring option. If your mechanic shop is like most, then it has traditional, untreated concrete as its foundation. While it may seem like a sturdy flooring option, it has many disadvantages in its untreated form. These include:

Generating dust, especially if machinery is in heavy use
Stains from chemicals and liquids
Mould and bacteria can form inside the slab
It gets slippery when wet and is a trip/fall hazard
Once it’s stained and dirty, it’s hard to keep clean
It’s not very durable and will crack and chip quite easily

As you can see, there are many downsides to using standard concrete in your workshop. Whether you’re working in your garage or a big warehouse, untreated concrete is a no-no. That’s why you need to reach out to us at My Floor! We can turn your untreated concrete into a fortified, resilient surface. For a home workshop or workshop with standard concrete, we would recommend:

Epoxy Coatings for your Mechanic Workshop Floor

An epoxy coating is a fantastic option for any home workshop. That’s because it’s easy to install over existing concrete. Epoxy is a chemical compound made from resins and hardening agents. It’s very rigid, non-porous, shiny, and smooth. You can choose from an epoxy coating or an epoxy floor at our company. The difference lies in the thickness. A coating is thinner than a full floor. Coatings are better for installing over existing surfaces.

An epoxy coating in your garage is perfect for a home workshop or a large vehicle service center. Say you drop a heavy tool onto your epoxy floor. Well, you won’t put so much as a dent into it! That’s because an epoxy coating is many, many times stronger than untreated concrete. You can also say goodbye to dusting issues, stains, and cracks!

Bacteria and mould won’t stand a chance at starting to grow inside of your epoxy coating, either. Not only that, but your floor will be effortless to keep clean. You won’t have any trouble sweeping up after a long day of woodworking!

The main benefits of epoxy coatings for home workshops include:

Durability
Resistant to liquids and chemicals
High-velocity impact resistance
Effortless to keep clean
Produces no dust
Slip-resistant
Looks smooth, seamless, and refined

Professional Mechanical Workshop Flooring

Okay, now that you know what’s best for home workshops, let’s look at more extensive facilities. As previously mentioned, your workshop floor will have to meet many challenges. These include:

Heavy foot traffic
Debris and dust from machinery
Spills from liquids and chemicals
Impacts from tools and machinery dropping
The surface getting slick from liquid spills

That’s a lot for one surface to have to deal with, huh? So, which flooring solution is best for your facility? Well, first, let’s look at some standard flooring options and why they don’t work.

Rubber Floor Tile Disadvantages

Many workshops try to use rubber floor tiles. They’re cheap and pretty durable, but they come with many downsides. The first is the appearance. Rubber tiles look relatively flat and dull. Not only that, but their appearance can cause other issues as well. Black rubber floor tiles will reflect light and make it difficult to see. That will also affect the video quality of your security cameras. Lighter colored tiles are available, but they are considerably more expensive than black.

Another downside is the installation process. If you’re going to tackle this yourself, get ready for a backache! These tiles are hefty and cumbersome to move around. Not many professional companies offer installation either. You can expect to spend a back-breaking week of labor installing these tiles.

Vinyl Flooring Disadvantages

Vinyl is another option that comes with serious downsides. Many salespeople try to push vinyl as a flooring solution for workshops. They’ll say that it’s visually appealing and durable enough to withstand the environment. That is not entirely true. While vinyl may look nice, it has tons of trouble dealing with heat. Expect your vinyl flooring to warp and develop seams under pressure. Not only that, but vinyl flooring is EXPENSIVE! If you don’t want to go broke installing workshop floors, then you should not consider vinyl!

Now let’s look at our top recommended flooring solutions from My Floor! The following flooring options will quickly meet all of your needs in the workshop. My Floor recommends:

Grind and Seal Polished Concrete for your Mechanical Workshop Floor

A polished concrete grind and seal system is durable enough to withstand your workshop environment. It features high-velocity impact resistance, as well as superior durability. The process involves grinding back the top layer of concrete and then sealing it with a coating. The grinding process will entirely even out your existing surface. If your concrete has any stains, cracks, or imperfections, the grinding will eliminate them. The resulting surface will be non-porous, even, and completely clean. The coating that we apply then fortifies this floor to keep it looking perfect for years.

Grind and seal polished concrete floors boast the following benefits for workshops:

Slip-resistant to protect workers
No dusting issues
Effortless to clean after a long day of work
Excellent durability
High-velocity impact resistance
Resistant to chemicals and liquid stains
No bacteria or mold can grow
A shiny, visually appealing surface
Thermal properties. That means your floor will absorb heat during the day and release it at night. That will save on your energy bill!
High-gloss finishes will naturally bounce and reflect ambient light sources. Thus, you can light your workshop with less electricity, saving you more money!
Epoxy Coatings and Floorings

Just like home workshops, epoxy is also a fantastic choice. An epoxy coating or floor will effortlessly put up with your harsh workshop environment. Epoxy is affordable, durable, and resistant to all chemicals. Your janitorial staff will also love how easy it is to clean! All they need to do is dry-mop and sweep daily, and the floor will stay looking spotless.

So there you have it. Epoxy coatings and grind and seal systems rule supreme in workshop environments. If you need workshop flooring in Brisbane, Gold Coast, or Sunshine Coast, now you know who to call. Please don’t wait to reach out to us at My Floor to care for all your flooring needs! Our team is exceptionally talented, and we offer free estimates for new projects! Give us a call now at 1300 693 566 to get started!

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Top 10 reasons to choose My Floor

Floor solutions are delicate processes that take professionals to do correctly. That’s why you need to hire our team at My Floor. We’re by far the most experienced and reputable floor solution company in Queensland. You’ll be in great hands when you choose us, and there are many reasons why. Here are the top factors why we’re the best concrete polishing company out there today:

14 years in the business

My Floor is here for the long-term. We got started in 2009, and we’re not going anywhere anytime soon. In fact, we continue to grow and expand each year that we’ve been in business. Our longevity is due to our expertise and excellent service. We have superior product knowledge, and we’ve even crafted our own signature flooring solutions. Our team members have also mastered the art of problem-solving on the fly. As a result, we’re able to handle any issue that we encounter with total ease.

Small enough to care, large enough to deliver

We have a total of 8 team members at our company. To us, it’s the perfect sweet spot for us and our customers. We’re small enough to give a very personal touch while large enough to tackle giant projects. Our team can handle tasks that range in size from 20m2 to 20000m2. We provide commercial, residential, and industrial services, all with equal quality and dedication.

Stellar Google reviews

All it takes is one quick internet search to realize how great of a reputation we have. Currently, My Floor boasts almost 100 reviews with a 4.8 average score. All our reviews are candid and totally authentic. We believe our reviews speak for themselves, so don’t be shy about checking them out!

We add value with no complications

Whether our flooring solutions are for your business or home, we add serious value to our clients. Our polished concrete will save you money on electricity and energy, as well as add value to your home. For industrial environments, our no-slip coatings will keep your employees safe and protected. We’re in the business of adding value without complicating matters. The same can’t be said for our competitors!

QBCC Licensed

Most of the companies that you’ll find in Queensland are not certified. At My Floor, we boast our QBCC license, which allows us to carry out concrete coatings and polishing. It’s another mark of our professionalism and expertise.

Ongoing support for our clients

Our services don’t end when we finish with your flooring solution. We’ll educate you on adequately maintaining your floor, and we can perform minor repairs and fixes for you. We value you as our client, and it’s our goal to secure your long-term business. That’s why we won’t hesitate to go above and beyond for you.

Professional team support

We boast incredible attention to detail in our services. We also keep an open line of communication with our team and clients. You’ll always be able to get a hold of us if you have any questions or concerns.

Quality control

We have rigorous measures in place to ensure our quality stays the same every time. Our project managers mean business, and they check up on all our job sites. They’ll also keep in touch with you to ensure your satisfaction during the entire process.

Pre-installation meeting

We’ll consult with you in great detail on what you want out of your flooring solutions. That way, you’ll have complete control over how your flooring installation goes.

Specialists will provide you with extra knowledge

We’ve been in business for 14 years, and we’ve accrued tons of knowledge during that time. Educating our clients is also a big part of what we do, so don’t be shy about asking questions!