This blog is your complete roadmap to commercial epoxy flooring prep. Whether you’re managing a busy warehouse, grooming salon, storage facility, airplane hangar, or auto showroom, knowing what to expect before, during, and after the install can make or break your timeline and investment. We’ll break down smart scheduling tips, facility-specific insights, what questions to ask your contractor, and how Simplicity handles everything from moisture testing to post-install care.
👉 Don’t want to read the entire blog? Skip ahead to download your checklist. You’ll also find a downloadable checklist, a maintenance guide, and a section on what not to worry about—because we’ve got it covered.
If you’re overseeing a kennel, commercial garage, warehouse, or storage facility in Redding, Anderson, Cottonwood, Chico, Red Bluff, Palo Cedro, or Shasta Lake, you already know that flooring isn’t just about looks. An epoxy floor is a critical investment in safety, durability, and performance. But to get results that last, your contractor needs to handle the prep with precision—and your team needs to be ready for the process.
Slab surface temperature—not just air temp—affects curing. Our team monitors this carefully to prevent installation delays in unconditioned buildings.
For pet care and kennel businesses, flooring isn’t just a surface—it’s part of your hygiene and safety strategy. Polished concrete and epoxy flooring for kennels provide non-porous, slip-resistant, and antimicrobial protection that helps safeguard animals and staff. These environments face constant exposure to urine, hair, water, and cleaning products, making epoxy an ideal choice.
Simplicity Flooring & Tile installs USDA-approved coatings that are easy to clean, long-lasting, and safe for paws and boots alike. We understand the unique needs of grooming salons, vet clinics, and dog daycare centers across Northern California—and we tailor the system to fit them.
Epoxy is one of the most practical flooring options for commercial storage and multi-tenant facilities. From apartment building basements to regional storage warehouses, epoxy resists traffic wear, rolling carts, and heavy foot traffic. It also helps prevent dust migration—critical in climate-controlled spaces.
Facilities that pre-coordinate cleaning crews, inventory moves, or temporary space usage have faster installs and better long-term results.
Airplane hangars and aviation environments have some of the most demanding floor performance requirements. Hangar floors must endure everything from jet fuel spills and high PSI loads from wheeled equipment to extreme temperature swings and constant foot traffic. Epoxy and specialty concrete coatings are built for the task.
Airplane hangars and aviation environments have some of the most demanding floor performance requirements. Hangar floors must endure everything from jet fuel spills and high PSI loads from wheeled equipment to extreme temperature swings and constant foot traffic. Epoxy and specialty concrete coatings are built for the task.
Proper maintenance extends your floor’s life and appearance. While epoxy is known for its durability, neglect or improper cleaning methods can lead to premature wear, gloss loss, or surface damage—especially in high-traffic commercial environments. Consistent care not only preserves aesthetics but also supports warranty coverage and workplace safety.
Kennels and showrooms benefit from quarterly clean-and-buff services to preserve gloss and antimicrobial properties.
In early 2025, a Redding warehouse manager contacted us after their epoxy floor—installed by another company—peeled under forklift pressure. Their slab hadn’t been moisture tested. We corrected the issue and reinstalled with a proper barrier and reinforced coating. They’re now planning a second phase.
Need a quick reference? Our free downloadable checklist outlines every step your business can take to plan for a smooth epoxy installation.
Most commercial installs take 2–5 days. Fast-cure systems can reduce that to as little as 36 hours.
Yes. Flooring prep and epoxy application require full clearance for proper access and ventilation.
With proper prep and maintenance, you can expect 10–20 years or more.
In most cases, yes—but access may be limited to non-active areas during coating and cure times.
You don’t have to handle the prep—that’s our job. But knowing how to plan, what to expect, and which questions to ask will help you get the most out of your new floor.
Whether you’re managing a warehouse, dog care facility, or showroom, Simplicity Flooring & Tile provides commercial epoxy flooring systems built to last.