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Commercial Epoxy Flooring Cost

Demystifying The Commercial Epoxy Flooring Cost

Commercial epoxy floor costs are driven by the size of the floor, the epoxy floor system, and material costs will be affected. How does the condition of the existing substrate impact the cost? Of course, the condition of the existing substrate will affect the cost due to whatever the patching might require.

What is the cost of epoxy flooring per square foot? All those factors make it difficult to estimate an exact cost, but for the sake of the budget, a two-coat system will range from $2.50 to $3.00 per square foot, and a slurry or 1/8″ system will range from $6.00 to $11.00 per square foot. How much does a decorative epoxy flooring system cost? Add $3.00 per foot for a decorative system. What is the price for epoxy flooring in heavy traffic areas like loading docks? For those tough areas like loading docks where heavy traffic is a major factor, assume $8.00 to $12.00 per square foot.

Another factor is the experience of your epoxy flooring contractor, as coordination and reliability play a large role in efficiencies and costs to achieve the right flooring system within your budget and timeline.

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The Real Commercial Epoxy Flooring Cost

We previously discussed general budgetary numbers for commercial epoxy flooring.

How should the real cost of epoxy flooring be defined? The real cost should be defined by longevity and the maintenance required to keep your new floor looking good.

As an example, paying a service to wax tile over 10 years is astronomical, whereas epoxies do not require waxing, simply broom sweep and mop when necessary.

The life expectancy of an epoxy floor is typically 10 to 20 years, depending on how it is maintained.

In short, if you calculate the actual cost of purchasing, maintaining, and replacing epoxy is a bargain, not to speak of shutting down your operation for replacement.

Commercial Kitchen Epoxy Flooring Cost

Commercial kitchen flooring cost is affected by many factors to include the cost of downtime. In addition, can it be completed in one mobilization? What conditions does the existing substrate have? Is this a wet process requiring integrated radial coving to make cleaning quick and easy, as well as eliminate trapping contaminants in the corners?

Keeping in mind most commercial kitchen flooring requires the need for thermal shock protection for the constant hot and cold water cleaning as well as chemical resistance to protect against the constant exposure to cleansers.

What is the budgetary cost for flooring per square foot? A good budgetary number should be within the range of 12.00 to 16.00 dollars per square foot, and if coving is required, approximately 15.00 dollars per linear foot. Can I get a consultation for specific flooring requirements? While this estimate is offered in good faith, please do not hesitate to contact us for a hassle-free consultation where we can talk through your needs and specific flooring requirements.

Ultimately, using resin food service flooring will provide a long-term solution that will certainly save costs and downtime.

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FAQs

What is the average cost per square foot for commercial epoxy?

While exact pricing depends on the specific epoxy floor system and substrate condition, general budgetary ranges are as follows:

  • Two-coat systems: $2.50 to $3.00 per square foot.

  • Slurry or 1/8″ systems: $6.00 to $11.00 per square foot.

  • Heavy traffic areas (e.g., loading docks): $8.00 to $12.00 per square foot.

If you are looking for a decorative epoxy flooring system, you should typically add approximately $3.00 per square foot to the base system cost. This accounts for the specialized materials and labor required for aesthetic finishes.

Commercial kitchen flooring generally requires more robust protection, such as thermal shock and chemical resistance. A reliable budgetary number for these environments is between $12.00 and $16.00 per square foot. If integrated radial coving is required for hygiene, it costs approximately $15.00 per linear foot.

The real cost goes beyond the installation price; it is defined by longevity and maintenance. Unlike tile, which requires expensive professional waxing over its lifetime, epoxy floors only need simple sweeping and mopping. Because an epoxy floor can last 10 to 20 years, it is often a significant bargain when considering the total cost of ownership.

Yes. The condition of the existing substrate is a major cost driver. If the floor requires extensive patching, leveling, or moisture mitigation, the labor and material costs will increase accordingly to ensure the new system bonds correctly.