Epoxy Flooring Vancouver — Durable, Stylish & Long-Lasting Resin Floors
If you are looking for a floor that can handle Vancouver’s rain, temperature swings and day-to-day abuse, epoxy flooring is one of the most reliable options available. Properly installed systems create a seamless surface that is tough, easy to clean and great-looking in garages, commercial spaces and industrial facilities.
This overview explains why epoxy flooring works so well in Metro Vancouver, the main system types we install, how the process works and what you can do to keep your floor looking sharp for years. Everything is based on real projects completed by Priority One Epoxy Flooring across Vancouver and the Lower Mainland.
Why epoxy flooring works so well in Vancouver’s climate
Vancouver’s long rainy season and damp conditions are hard on bare concrete and basic paints. Road salt, freeze-thaw cycles in unheated garages and moisture vapour from the slab can all lead to peeling, dusting and staining if the system isn’t designed properly.
A professionally installed epoxy system addresses these issues by combining mechanical surface prep, moisture-aware primers and high-build coatings that seal and protect the slab. The result is a floor that stands up to the way people actually live and work in Metro Vancouver.
- Moisture-resistant systems help control road salt, snowmelt and rainwater tracked into garages.
- Non-porous surface prevents oil, de-icer and chemical staining on drive-in spaces and shops.
- Light-reflective finishes brighten darker garages and basements on grey, overcast days.
- Optional texture improves traction when floors are wet from vehicles or customers.
- Residential garages in Vancouver, Richmond, Burnaby, Coquitlam and Surrey.
- Retail and showroom spaces that need clean, branded floors.
- Commercial kitchens, food prep areas and back-of-house corridors.
- Light industrial units, warehouses, shops and service bays.
Main types of epoxy flooring we install in Vancouver
Not all epoxy floors are the same. Priority One Epoxy Flooring designs systems around the slab, traffic and cleaning requirements of your space.
- Clean, professional appearance in garages, shops and utility spaces.
- Easy to clean with mops, autoscrubbers or basic floor tools.
- Excellent base for line striping, safety markings and logos.
- Popular for residential garages and light commercial areas.
- Vinyl flakes broadcast into the base coat to add depth and visual interest.
- Helps hide minor slab imperfections and day-to-day dust or debris.
- Improved traction vs a completely smooth floor when finished correctly.
- Common in garages, showrooms, retail and common areas.
- Metallic pigments create a unique, high-end look for feature spaces.
- Great for boutiques, offices, showrooms and statement garages.
- Each floor is custom; no two metallic finishes look the same.
- Protected with clear topcoats for wear and chemical resistance.
- Coloured quartz or sand builds texture and thickness for heavy duty use.
- Ideal for commercial kitchens, wash bays and industrial zones.
- High-build and mortar options repair pitted or damaged concrete.
- Often paired with polyaspartic or urethane topcoats for extra durability.
How our epoxy flooring installation process works
The long-term performance of an epoxy floor is decided more by the prep and system design than by the colour you choose. Here’s how a typical Vancouver installation is handled by Priority One Epoxy Flooring:
- Site assessment & moisture check: inspect the slab, note cracks and previous coatings, and evaluate moisture and usage conditions.
- Mechanical surface preparation: diamond grinding or shot-blasting to create a clean, profiled surface — no acid etching.
- Repairs & patching: chase cracks, fill spalls and repair divots to create a sound substrate.
- Primer & moisture control: apply compatible primers and, where needed, moisture-mitigation products to manage vapour drive.
- Epoxy base coat: roll or squeegee-apply the body coat at the specified thickness for the space.
- Broadcast or metallic effects (optional): add flake, quartz or metallic pigments as designed.
- Topcoat & detailing: apply clear or pigmented topcoats tuned for UV, slip resistance and cleanability; add line striping if needed.
- Cure & handover: provide written guidance on cure times, when to walk, park and how to clean in the first week.
Where epoxy flooring makes the most sense in Vancouver & BC
Epoxy can work almost anywhere concrete is present, but some applications see the biggest benefit.
- Protects against hot-tire pickup, road salts and oil drips.
- Makes spaces brighter, cleaner and easier to use year-round.
- Popular in Vancouver, Richmond, Burnaby, Coquitlam and Surrey homes.
- Withstands vehicles, jacks, tool drops and chemical exposure.
- Defined work zones and safety lanes improve workflow.
- Ideal for strata parkades, municipal shops and trade bays.
- Metallic and flake systems support branding and interior design.
- Seamless surfaces keep dust down and simplify daily cleaning.
- Good fit for showrooms, lobbies, studios and client-facing spaces.
- Non-porous, easily sanitized surfaces meet strict hygiene standards.
- Quartz or textured finishes improve traction in wet zones.
- Used in commercial kitchens, labs, clinics and processing areas.
Simple care tips to extend epoxy flooring lifespan
Epoxy floors in Vancouver do not need complicated maintenance programs. A few consistent habits make a big difference:
- Use entrance mats and sweep or dust-mop regularly to remove grit.
- Clean with a pH-neutral cleaner and soft bristle deck brush or mop.
- Wipe up oil, fuel and chemical spills rather than leaving them to sit.
- Avoid dragging sharp metal edges or pallet forks directly on the floor.
- Plan periodic inspections and re-topcoats in high-wear lanes before wearing through to the base coat.
How long does epoxy flooring last in Vancouver’s climate?
In residential garages and light-duty spaces, professionally installed epoxy floors commonly last 10–20+ years. In commercial and industrial areas with heavier traffic, 5–10+ years is typical, especially when high-wear zones are maintained with occasional re-topcoats.
Will my epoxy floor peel because of moisture?
Peeling is usually a prep or moisture issue, not an epoxy issue. Priority One Epoxy Flooring mechanically prepares the concrete and can use moisture-tolerant primers or vapour barriers where needed to keep the system bonded to the slab.
Is epoxy flooring slippery when wet?
A completely smooth, glossy floor can be slippery when wet. To address this, we can incorporate texture through flake, quartz or fine aggregates and tune slip resistance by zone — for example, more grip at entries, ramps and wet areas.
How soon can I use my epoxy floor after installation?
Most systems allow light foot traffic after about 24 hours and vehicle traffic after 48–72 hours, depending on temperature, ventilation and system build. Your written scope will include specific cure times for your project.
Can you install epoxy in existing garages and older buildings?
Yes. Most of our work is in existing spaces. We remove loose or failing coatings, repair cracks and surface defects, address moisture where needed and then install the new system over the prepared concrete.
Priority One Epoxy Flooring provides on-site assessments, written specifications and full installation for epoxy flooring systems in garages, commercial spaces and industrial facilities across Vancouver and British Columbia.
