Why you need to keep on top of building maintenance in the workplace - floor edition

25 October 2024

BY Rebecca Jennings

Why is it important to maintain factory and workspace floors? It is crucial for both aesthetics and safety and repainting these surfaces once a year can bring numerous benefits. Freshly painted floors not only enhance the appearance of the space but also provide long-lasting durability, resistance to wear and tear, and improve overall safety for employees.

The Benefits of Maintaining Painted Floors

  1. Durability and Longevity: Factory floors experience heavy foot traffic, exposure to machinery, and various chemicals, which can quickly degrade the surface. Using high-performance floor paints like HMG Paints’ HydroPro Floor Paint and Polyurethane Floor Paint helps protect against these factors. HydroPro Floor Paint is formulated with cross-linking technology, which improves adhesion and durability. Once applied, they resist oils, grease, and light industrial traffic, ensuring the floor remains intact and presentable for a long time. Regular repainting ensures that the protective layer is maintained, extending the floor’s lifespan, and minimising the need for costly repairs or resurfacing.
  2. Enhanced Safety: Slips, trips, and falls are common hazards in industrial environments, especially if the floor surface is worn or damaged. A freshly painted floor can improve visibility by clearly marking walkways, hazardous zones, or areas requiring extra caution. For instance, HMG’s Floor Paint is available in high-visibility colours such as yellow and red, which can be used to mark critical areas. Additionally, regular maintenance through repainting helps eliminate cracks or uneven surfaces that could lead to accidents. A well-maintained floor is also easier to clean, further contributing to a safer workspace.

 

Why Use HMG’s HydroPro and Polyurethane Floor Paint?

HMG Paints, a leader in British paint manufacturing, offers a range of specialist floor paints designed for industrial use. The HydroPro Floor Paint stands out due to its water-based, low-odour formula, which is ideal for enclosed environments. With quick drying times (touch-dry in 30-45 minutes and recoatable after just 1 hour), businesses can apply multiple coats in a day, minimising downtime during maintenance. The paint’s mid-sheen finish also provides an attractive, smooth surface that is both easy to clean and resistant to stains, including oils and other chemicals.

Similarly, HMG’s Polyurethane Floor Paint is built for the demands of industrial settings. It offers excellent durability and resistance to heavy machinery, making it suitable for areas with high levels of foot and vehicle traffic. Both paints are made to resist common industrial challenges, such as oil spills and chemical exposure, while also being easy to clean and maintain.

 

Environmental and Health Considerations

Another key feature of HMG Paints’ products is their low VOC (volatile organic compounds) content, which means less harmful emissions during and after application. This is especially important in enclosed workspaces where strong paint odours can cause discomfort or health issues. By using low-odour paints like HydroPro, companies can ensure a healthier environment for employees and reduce their ecological impact.

 

A Regular Maintenance Routine

Repainting factory floors once a year should be a standard part of any business’s maintenance routine. It not only keeps the floor in good condition but also helps to identify and repair any underlying issues before they become major problems. Regularly maintaining painted floors improves the working environment, boosts morale by creating a clean, organised space, and ensures ongoing compliance with health and safety regulations.

 

When should you paint a factory floor?

The Christmas shutdown period is an ideal time to repaint factory or workspace floors due to minimal operational disruptions. With fewer staff on-site and reduced machinery activity, this downtime provides the perfect window to undertake necessary maintenance without affecting productivity. Painting during this period allows for the proper curing of paints, ensuring the floor is ready for full use when business resumes. Additionally, the cooler winter months typically create better conditions for paint application, as the slower evaporation rates of water-based paints help achieve a more durable finish. By completing the repainting during the holidays, businesses can start the new year with freshly maintained, safe, and visually appealing floors, ensuring an optimal working environment from day one.

 

HydroPro Floor Paint – 5 Litres New

HydroPro Water Based Paints

£97.99

MSRP:

Floor Paint Product Features:

    • Number of Coats: 2-3
    • Theoretical Coverage: Up to 12m² per litre
    • Recoat Time (Hrs): 1
    • Touch Dry Time (Mins): 30-45
    • Full Cure Time (Days): 7
    • Finish: Mid Sheen
    • Interior or Exterior Use: Both
    • Maximum VoC (RFU): 0.010Kg/l
    • Benefits: Made in Britain Certified
    • UK Delivery – Est. 3-5 working days (Made to order)
    • Product Dimensions (L): 5
    • Approx. Weight (Kg): 5.15

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Standard Delivery despatched in 2-3 working days.

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