A seamless floor (also called a poured or resin floor) is a jointless floor finish applied to the substrate in a liquid state that levels itself. Once cured, a closed, smooth surface without joints or seams is created. Seamless floors are made from synthetic resin (such as epoxy or polyurethane) or from cement.
Application
Seamless floors are used in both homes and commercial environments. In houses they are valued for their sleek, modern appearance and their compatibility with underfloor heating. In industry, healthcare and hospitality, resin seamless floors are used for their wear resistance, chemical resistance and hygienic, easy-to-clean surface.
The floor is applied in thin layers on a flat, dry substrate, usually after a primer has been applied. A seamless floor differs from a poured screed: the latter is a structural or levelling sub-floor, whereas the seamless floor is the visible final finish.
Characteristics
Characteristic are the jointless nature and the small thickness, often only a few millimetres. Polyurethane floors are more elastic and scratch-resistant, while epoxy floors are harder and more chemically resistant. The substrate must be flat, dry and crack-free, because unevenness and cracks can show through the thin layer. Cement-based seamless floors give a more lively, concrete-like appearance.
Related terms
- poured screed
- screed floor
- epoxy adhesive
- polyurethane
- underfloor heating
- primer
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