Regal Paints FAQs
Single Pack Floor Paint Systems FAQ
Single Pack Floor System - Our popular single pack paint system will give you a long-lasting and quality finish to your floor. Here we answer the most commonly asked questions, from what primer coat to use to how long to wait until you walk on the floor.
Two-Pack Epoxy Floor Paint Systems FAQ
Two-Pack Epoxy Floor Paint - Epoxy is our most hard-wearing and durable floor coating. There are several questions that we are frequently asked by our customer. Here we try to answer them all, however please still contact us on 01782 550733 if you need any help with our products.
Floor Paint Systems FAQ
Floor Paint Systems - Did you know that you need to use a compatible primer and topcoat when painting a floor? Unsure what a floor-paint system is? Our compatible products are shown in this blog.
Priming a Floor FAQ
Priming a Floor - You may have many questions about the benefits of priming a floor.Do you really need to use a primer? And Why? We answer those questions for you.
Epoxy Floor Problems – A Troubleshooting Guide
Epoxy Floor Troubleshooting Guide
The Epoxy Floor Paint appears to be peeling off
Possible explanations
Primer was not used? You should always apply an appropriate epoxy primer before the application of epoxy floor paint. Primers are helpful because they are able to penetrate the pores of the substrate (e.g. a concrete garage floor) and therefore improve adhesive potential of the following layers
Humid conditions? Humidity or other contaminants in the substrate can lead to problems, so you should always ensure that the surface is dry before beginning work. I might be necessary to make use of a heating device to dry the...
What are Concrete Moisture Meters?
A concrete moisture meter (sometimes known as a damp meter) is a portable instrument used by installers of flooring for finding the moisture levels in concrete.
Uses
Concrete moisture meters have been used for many years to determine the moisture content in a variety of materials and substances. Moisture meters are used to measure the water percentage in a given material. The reading provided can then be used to ascertain if the concrete is ready for painting with suitable concrete floor paint, if it is unexpectedly wet or dry, or might otherwise be in need of further drying time. Moisture meters were initially...
Amine Blush and Amine Bloom
Amine Blush and Amine Bloom of Epoxy Binder Systems in Protective Coatings can present a challenge. Blushing can occur when epoxy binder systems are applied under cold / humid conditions. Amine blush is a negative side effect of the normal curing reaction which can appear on the coating or flooring surface. This problem can appear in various forms; gloss reduction; grey cloudiness;  a greasy / waxy layer or as white patches or crystals. In some instances it amine blush may not be immediately obvious. Unfortunately, on contact with humidity or moisture, the coated areas can show tell-tale opaque white marks. These white discolourations can appear during cure or even after the...
Applying Epoxy Floor Paint – The Top 5 Common Mistakes to Avoid!
Applying Epoxy Floor Paint - The Top 5 Common Mistakes to Avoid!
Want to get it right when applying epoxy floor paint? If you are looking at carrying out a DIY garage floor epoxy installation, you may wish to consider this ESSENTIAL CHECKLIST in order to avoid the most frequently occurring errors made by people when applying a floor paint in a garage setting.  These 5 mistakes represent around 95% of all issues frequently associated with either the failure of epoxy floor projects or unsuccessful garage floor appearance.
People frequently apply their own garage floor coatings, often with considerable success.  When embarking on floor paint applications, home owners imagine the end result and anticipate...
Concrete Paint – What to look out for
Concrete paint is incredibly versatile! Few products are able to improve and transform the appearance of your garage floor as cost effectively as a suitable garage floor paint.  While many homes have tired, ugly garage floors, choosing a floor paint that compliments your home and is of a high quality can transform a very ordinary space into part of your home to be really proud of!
Concrete paint options
Latex acrylic concrete paint
Concrete paint is available in two different formulas. The cheapest (and lowest quality)Â is traditional latex acrylic concrete paint. This basic paint is fairly easy to paint on following appropriate floor painting preparation....
Epoxy Garage Floor Paint – Hot Tyre Pickup
Are you considering using epoxy garage floor paint? Perhaps the main concern expressed by people considering using Epoxy Garage Floor Paint on a project is a phenomenon called, in the trade, "Hot Tyre Pickup" otherwise known as "Hot Tyre Lift". Many people who choose a light duty garage floor paint can have that brief moment of satisfaction on a completed job quickly ruined by a surface that then peels away following contact with a hot tyre! This article looks at the causes of Hot Tyre Pickup, the issues people often experience with inferior epoxy coatings, the importance of proper cleaning and...