Common Industrial Flooring Issues Identified During Dilapidation Assessments

Workers in a large warehouse applying a gray epoxy coating to the concrete floor using long-handled rollers.

When a commercial lease comes to an end the condition of the floor is often one of the most contentious items in a dilapidation schedule.  As specialists in industrial and commercial resin flooring across the South West, we are regularly called about the same recurring problems.  Here is what we typically find, and what it […]

Why Resin Flooring is a Smart Choice for Industrial and Commercial Health and Safety

Empty industrial space with gray epoxy floor, white walls, and a brown brick accent wall with electrical conduits along it together with a small doorway on the back wall.

In fast-paced industrial and commercial environments, flooring is a critical part of your health and safety strategy.  The right floor can reduce slips, trips and falls – the most common cause of workplace accidents.   Workflow is improved, compliance is supported, and long-term maintenance costs are reduced. More businesses across many different sectors, such as food […]

Repair or Replace? Our guide to helping you make the right choice

Industrial warehouse floor with a rectangular recessed access panel surrounded by a metal frame, showing cracked and worn concrete and peeling finish nearby.

Resin floors are highly regarded as critical for providing a safe and efficient workplace. Whilst they are known for their durability and ability to withstand heavy industrial use, even the most robust flooring systems eventually show signs of wear and tear.  The dilemma – repair or replace – can be a difficult decision, and is […]

Questions and Answers

Industrial flooring specialist delivering high-performance seamless floor coatings for businesses.

Who are Surface Systems? We are a leading industrial and commercial resin floor installation company, providing tailored epoxy and resin flooring solutions. Do you cover my area? We are based in Totnes, Devon, and work with clients across the whole of the South West of England. How long have you been in business? We have […]

Hygienic Resin Flooring in Healthcare

Our knowledge and experience allow us to suggest different options for you to consider for your flooring project.  Why choose resin flooring for the healthcare sector? Resin flooring can be tailored to suit the needs of the area.  For example, corridors, laboratories, and general wards may require a durable, chemical-resistant flooring system, such as epoxy. […]

Epoxy Resin – The Leading Choice in Flooring

Known for its durability, easy maintenance, and sustainability, epoxy resin has become one of the leading choices in industrial flooring.  Here is a breakdown of why, in our experience, we recommend it to our commercial and industrial clients. Epoxy coatings create a hard surface that is resistant to abrasion, cracks, and splits when properly maintained.  […]

Top 5 Questions when it comes to considering an industrial resin flooring system

Here are our top 5 most frequently asked questions when it comes to considering an industrial resin flooring system. It will of course depend on what’s important to you, however installing a resin floor into your business will undoubtedly pay off in the long run.  Resin is a highly durable, easy to maintain and long-lasting […]

Common signs of damage to concrete floors and expansion joints

Concrete damage is often overlooked but left unchecked it could result in some major problems as well as disruption and high costs. You may be asking yourself, what causes the damage and why do you need to consider repairing it?  Understanding the causes Concrete, despite its strength and durability, isn’t resistant to damage.  There are […]

How do you solve water-pooling issues in your factory?

This is a common problem for many of our clients.  We have a list of engineered resin flooring solutions that we know from our experience will mitigate water-pooling issues in most environments, particularly where water exposure is frequent. Creating falls in a floor and installing suitable or additional drainage will solve most pooling issues. We […]

Line Markings –

Safety – In industries where vehicles and heavy machinery and equipment are in use, line markings define safe walkways, work zones and restricted areas, helping to restrict damage to buildings and injury to people.  Clearly marked pedestrian walkways, zones and emergency exit and assembly points will help people to safely navigate through operational areas, prioritising […]