POLYURETHANE FLOORING SYSTEMS

What is a Polyurethane Flooring System?

A polyurethane (PU) flooring system is a seamless, resin-based surface used in industrial, commercial, and residential spaces. It’s durable, hygienic, and resistant to chemicals, heat, and wear.

Key Benefits of Polyurethane Flooring

§  Durability: Handles heavy machinery, foot traffic, and impacts.

§  Chemical Resistance: Withstands oils, acids, solvents, and cleaning agents.

§  Thermal Resistance: Ideal for hot water washdowns and cold storage.

§  Hygienic & Easy to Clean: Seamless, non-porous, and bacteria-resistant.

§  Slip Resistance: Can be textured for wet or greasy environments.

§  Aesthetic Options: Gloss, matt, or decorative finishes available.

Types of PU Flooring Systems :

1. PU Coating System

  • Description: A thin, single-layer or multi-layer coating of polyurethane applied directly to a substrate (usually concrete).
  • Thickness: 0.2 – 0.5 mm
  • Applications: Light-duty areas such as warehouses, car parks, and workshops.
  • Features:
    • Smooth or matte finish
    • Good UV and chemical resistance
    • Easy to clean and maintain

2. PU Self-Leveling Flooring

·         Description: A seamless flooring system where liquid polyurethane is poured and spreads evenly to form a smooth, level surface.

·         Thickness: 1 – 3 mm

·         Applications: Pharmaceutical plants, food & beverage industries, clean rooms, hospitals, and commercial spaces.

·         Features:

o    High chemical and abrasion resistance

o    Hygienic, easy to clean

o    Glossy aesthetic appearance

o    Suitable for moderate mechanical loads

3. PU Screed (Heavy-Duty PU Cementitious System)

·         Description: A three-component, cementitious polyurethane system combining polyurethane resin, cement, and graded aggregates.

·         Thickness: 4 – 9 mm (sometimes up to 12 mm)

·         Applications: Heavy-duty industries – food processing, breweries, dairies, cold storage, and chemical plants.

·         Features:

o    Excellent thermal shock resistance

o    Withstands heavy mechanical loads

o    Anti-slip and hygienic

o    Suitable for wet and hot areas (can handle steam cleaning)

4. PU Antistatic / ESD Flooring

·         Description: PU systems designed with conductive fillers to prevent static electricity build-up.

·         Thickness: 2 – 4 mm

·         Applications: Electronics manufacturing, laboratories, clean rooms.

·         Features:

o    Conductive or dissipative properties

o    Protects sensitive electronic equipment

o    Seamless and easy to maintain

5. PU Deck Coating System (Flexible PU Flooring)

·         Description: Highly elastic, UV-resistant polyurethane coating system used for exterior decks, car parks, and exposed surfaces.

·         Thickness: 1 – 4 mm

·         Applications: Parking decks, balconies, roofs, ramps.

·         Features:

o    Waterproof and crack-bridging

o    High elasticity

o    UV stable and weather resistant

6. PU Decorative / Flake Flooring

·         Description: Aesthetic flooring combining colored PU coatings with decorative flakes or quartz sand.

·         Thickness: 1 – 3 mm

·         Applications: Showrooms, offices, malls, and hospitality areas.

·         Features:

o    Visually appealing

o    Smooth or textured finish

o    Easy to maintain

 

Where is PU Flooring Used?

Food & Beverage plants – dairies, breweries, kitchens.

Pharmaceutical facilities – cleanrooms and labs.

Warehouses & factories – impact and abrasion resistance.

Cold storage & freezers – withstands low temperatures.

Retail & commercial spaces – attractive and durable.

Installation Process (Simplified) :

Surface Preparation – grinding/cleaning the concrete base.

Primer – ensures adhesion.

PU Application – poured and spread evenly.

Curing – allows chemical bonding.

Finishing – optional textures or coatings.

Polyurethane flooring systems are the go-to choice for industries needing hygiene, chemical resistance, and thermal durability. Compared to epoxy, PU is more flexible and better for harsh environments, making it ideal for food, pharma, and heavy-duty applications.

At TEXEL AGENCY, we provide end-to-end industrial commercial and residential flooring solutions all over South India, with a strong focus on quality, durability, and aesthetic appeal. Our services include Epoxy Flooring, PU Flooring, Waterproofing, Concrete Laying, Concrete Polishing, Red Oxide Flooring, VDF Flooring, Tile Laying, Self-Leveling, and Microtopping.

Whether you’re operating in Coimbatore, Chennai, Erode, Salem, Madurai, Tuticorin, Tirunelveli, Hosur, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kochi, Calicut, Trivandrum TEXEL AGENCY ensures precision execution and expert support tailored to your project needs. As a trusted service provider across South India, we help clients achieve long-lasting, low-maintenance surfaces built to withstand heavy use and changing weather conditions.