You probably don’t realize what an impact a quality floor can make on your business. Your entire business operation depends on having a durable floor for employees and customers. Floors with problems present safety hazards and health concerns, which is why you should look into Minnesota commercial floor coatings. Floor coatings protect your floor’s condition and increase its longevity. Here’s how having a floor coating can benefit your business financially over the long-term.

Coatings Prevent Many Costly Problems

You can only ignore problems with your floor for so long before your business has to pay for repairs. Cracks in floors get worse over time, and if your floor continues to develop more and more cracks, it’s going to need replacement at some point. Floor replacement is a lot more expensive than preventing cracks with a coating system.

Floors with cracks are vulnerable to pest infestations. While you can hire a pest control professional, the problem is only going to return if you don’t repair the cracks and seal the floor. Deep cracks also pose a safety risk because employees and customers can trip and fall. If someone gets injured on your property, it’s your responsibility.

Mold and mildew are another common problem with uncoated floors, especially if you have frequent spills or a damp environment. Bacteria can also grow in damp concrete floors. These problems are not only health risks. They also create an unpleasant smell, which is sure to turn away some customers. Floor coatings prevent mold, mildew, and bacteria by sealing off concrete’s porosity.

Coatings Lead To Business

Coatings can make your business more money because they increase your property’s aesthetic appeal. Coated floors look cleaner and more professional, which sends a positive message to potential customers. Floors without coatings often stain and appear dirty and dingy, which is a turn-off to potential customers. You can also choose a colored coating if you want to add extra enhancement to your company’s aesthetics.

Coatings Decrease Energy Costs

Coatings can provide a glossy, reflective finish to your floor, which illuminates your space. The amount of light required to illuminate large factories and warehouses often leads to hefty energy bills each month. With the added illumination from a reflective floor, you’ll need to use less lighting, which results in lower energy bills. Well-lit areas also just feel safer to work and shop in, and they decrease the chances for accidents happening, which is especially important if your employees work with heavy or dangerous equipment.

Coatings Increase Productivity

While maintaining a clean floor is important, cleaning uncoated concrete floors is often challenging. Some stains require professional washing for complete removal, which is expensive. Floor coatings make the cleanup process easier and faster because they seal off porosity. Spills just sit at the surface above the coating, and they wipe off easily. The time your employees save on keeping your floor clean can result in increased productivity.

If your business involves quick transport of materials, a coated floor will assist in this process. Forklifts can operate faster and more efficiently on undamaged, smooth floors, which helps with productivity. Employees will also just feel better about working in a bright, aesthetically appealing area, which is beneficial for production as well.

Turn to PolyTek Surface Coatings to schedule an appointment for a floor coating application. We use Penntek Industrial Coating systems for their advanced chemistry and long-lasting protection. Our installers are fully licensed and insured and highly experienced in coating applications. We’re also accredited by the Better Business Bureau, and we provide free estimates for our work. Please contact us to inquire further about our services.