Shopping Mall Epoxy Flooring Solutions

Why Shopping Malls Need Purpose-Built Flooring

Retail spaces are some of the most demanding flooring environments. Heavy pedestrian traffic, rolling shopping carts, deliveries via forklifts, escalators, elevators, and frequent cleaning with commercial detergents place extreme stress on ordinary concrete or tile floors. Traditional flooring fails quickly — cracking, spalling, or losing surface integrity — creating safety hazards and expensive maintenance challenges.

Seamless resinous flooring solutions from Priority One Epoxy Flooring prevent these problems. Our systems resist chemical exposure from cleaners, spills in food courts, and foot traffic abrasion. They maintain aesthetics while meeting slip-resistance, hygiene, and safety standards, reducing cleaning time, preventing customer incidents, and extending the lifespan of mall flooring surfaces.

Our projects cover all types of shopping malls, including major BC retail hubs such as Metropolis at Metrotown, Pacific Centre, Oakridge Centre, Guildford Town Centre, Lansdowne Centre, Tsawwassen Mills, Richmond Centre, and Hillcrest Mall, giving your commercial space a flooring system that performs under the most demanding conditions.

Application Areas — Where Our Floors Make the Biggest Impact

Food Courts & Dining Areas

Food courts see constant foot traffic, spills, and high moisture levels. Epoxy and urethane flooring systems with antimicrobial additives provide easy sanitation, stain resistance, and slip resistance, keeping both customers and staff safe. Integrated cove bases and seamless surfaces prevent bacteria or mold accumulation.

Retail Shops & Boutiques

High-traffic retail zones require floors that combine durability with aesthetics. Decorative flake epoxy or polished resin flooring provides a visually appealing, high-end finish while withstanding abrasion, scuffs, and repeated cleaning. Perfect for mall corridors, anchor stores, and specialty boutiques.

Corridors & Common Areas

Main corridors and concourses see thousands of visitors daily. Seamless epoxy flooring ensures durability under pedestrian loads, shopping carts, and luggage while maintaining a safe, slip-resistant environment. Our systems reduce long-term maintenance costs and improve visual appeal.

Loading Docks & Back-of-House Zones

Back-of-house areas are subject to heavy equipment traffic, chemical spills, and thermal shock from temperature fluctuations. Urethane mortar or high-build epoxy broadcast systems provide structural integrity, chemical resistance, and easy cleaning — extending floor life in high-stress areas.

Restrooms & Washrooms

Restroom floors require sanitary, slip-resistant, and waterproof surfaces. Seamless resinous systems with cove bases and antimicrobial coatings prevent moisture intrusion and maintain hygiene, simplifying cleaning while meeting public safety and health regulations.

Flooring Systems We Install — Built for Shopping Malls

Urethane Mortar (Polyurethane Cement)

Urethane mortar flooring provides thermal resistance, chemical resistance, and mechanical durability, making it ideal for food courts, loading docks, and high-traffic areas. It bonds to concrete, withstands hot water cleaning, and prevents cracking, spalling, or delamination.

High-Build Epoxy & Broadcast Systems

Epoxy broadcast floors with decorative quartz or flake coatings combine durability, chemical resistance, and a premium aesthetic. Suitable for corridors, retail spaces, and common areas, these systems are slip-resistant, stain-resistant, and easy to maintain while enhancing visual appeal.

Polyaspartic & Fast-Cure Solutions

Polyaspartic flooring cures rapidly and allows reopening in 24–48 hours, minimizing mall downtime. Ideal for phased installations, small zones, or renovations where quick traffic access is essential without compromising durability or hygiene.

Antimicrobial Additives & Hygienic Coatings

For food courts and restrooms, antimicrobial additives inhibit microbial growth and improve sanitation. These coatings complement rigorous cleaning protocols, reducing harborage points for bacteria and mold.

Waterproof Membranes & Cove Bases

Waterproof membranes protect slabs over basements or occupied areas. Seamless cove bases, integrated trench drains, and hygienic floor-to-wall transitions prevent moisture infiltration, simplify cleaning, and maintain long-term floor performance.

Our Installation Process — Detailed & Documented

Every shopping mall flooring project is executed with meticulous planning and documented steps to ensure predictability, quality, and minimal disruption to mall operations. Our process includes:

1. Site consultation & testing: Moisture tests, pH analysis, adhesion tests, and concrete strength assessment.
2. Substrate remediation: Repairing spalls, core weak zones, crack injection, and flexible joint replacement.
3. Surface preparation: Shot blasting or diamond grinding to achieve proper profile and remove contaminants.
4. Primer & base coat application: Stabilizing the slab for consistent adhesion.
5. System build-up: Installing urethane mortar, epoxy layers, broadcast aggregates, cove bases, and drains.
6. Top coats & protection: UV-stable polyurethanes, antimicrobial finishes, or decorative overlays.
7. Quality checks & handover: Adhesion verification, coverage inspection, final cleaning, and warranty documentation.

Phased installations allow malls to remain operational, ensuring tenants and shoppers are minimally impacted while delivering a long-lasting, high-quality floor.

Case Study — Metropolis at Metrotown Food Court Renovation

Metropolis at Metrotown’s food court faced frequent spills, high pedestrian traffic, and cleaning challenges. Priority One Epoxy Flooring installed a seamless urethane mortar floor with cove bases, anti-slip broadcast finishes, and antimicrobial topcoats. Within weeks, cleaning times were reduced by 40%, slip incidents decreased, and the area maintained a pristine, high-traffic-ready appearance. Tenant satisfaction improved and inspections were easily passed due to hygienic seamless surfaces.

Service Areas — Where We Work

We provide commercial flooring solutions for shopping malls across British Columbia, including:

• Metro Vancouver — Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, North Shore, Surrey, Coquitlam
• Fraser Valley — Abbotsford, Langley, Chilliwack
• Vancouver Island — Victoria, Nanaimo, Courtenay
• Okanagan & Interior — Kelowna, Penticton, Kamloops, Nelson
• Major malls: Metropolis at Metrotown, Pacific Centre, Oakridge Centre, Guildford Town Centre, Lansdowne Centre, Tsawwassen Mills, Richmond Centre

Frequently Asked Questions

What flooring is best for a shopping mall food court?

Urethane mortar or high-build epoxy broadcast systems with antimicrobial coatings are ideal. They resist spills, frequent cleaning, and heavy pedestrian traffic.

How long does installation take?

Project duration depends on the scope and system chosen. Fast-cure polyaspartic systems allow reopening within 24–48 hours, while full urethane mortar floors may take several days for proper cure.

Can you install over existing tile or concrete?

Yes, after assessing substrate conditions. Failed adhesives, grout, or coatings must be removed, and proper surface preparation ensures long-term adhesion.

Are epoxy floors slip-resistant?

Yes. We can install textured broadcast systems, non-slip additives, and anti-skid coatings suitable for high-traffic areas.

Do you offer warranties and documentation?

Yes. All projects include written warranties, QA documentation, and maintenance guidelines for lasting performance.

Can installations be phased to avoid mall closures?

Absolutely. We coordinate phased installations to maintain operations, minimize disruption, and allow shoppers and tenants continued access.