Industrial floor coatings that handle heavy traffic, chemicals, and UAE conditions
Floors in commercial and industrial spaces take punishment that walls never see - forklift traffic, chemical spills, constant foot traffic, vehicle movement, and cleaning routines that would strip lesser coatings. At Lapiz Blue, we supply AkzoNobel floor coating systems including CRAFCO traffic deck solutions for car parks, ramps, and high-wear areas. These aren't decorative floor paints - they're engineered coating systems designed for durability, slip resistance, and long-term performance in demanding UAE environments. Whether you're coating a warehouse floor, a multi-storey car park, or an industrial production area, we'll help you specify the right system.
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Why AkzoNobel Floor Coatings from Lapiz Blue?
- CRAFCO Traffic Deck systems - purpose-built for car parks with heavy vehicle loads, turning circles, and ramp areas
- Elastomeric formulation - flexes with structural movement without cracking or delaminating
- UV stable and anti-yellowing - maintains appearance in areas exposed to sunlight without discolouration
- Chemical and fire resistance - handles fuel spills, cleaning chemicals, and meets fire safety requirements
- Slip resistance options - textured finishes for safety on ramps, wet areas, and pedestrian zones
- Heavy load bearing - engineered for forklift traffic, delivery vehicles, and industrial equipment
- Low VOC formulations - suitable for occupied buildings and areas with ventilation constraints
- RAL colour range available - standard colours including safety markings, bay delineation, and wayfinding
Where AkzoNobel Floor Coatings Excel
Multi-storey car parks where durability, slip resistance, and clear bay markings are essential
Ramps and turning circles subject to extreme mechanical abrasion, vibration, and tyre wear
Driveways and parking bays requiring high visibility markings and pedestrian safety
Warehouse and logistics facilities with forklift traffic and heavy pallet loads
Industrial production floors exposed to chemicals, oils, and aggressive cleaning
Commercial kitchens and food processing areas requiring hygienic, easy-clean surfaces
Retail stockrooms and back-of-house areas with trolley and pallet jack traffic
Showrooms and display areas where appearance matters alongside durability
How to Choose the Right Floor Coating System
Define the traffic type: pedestrian only, light vehicles, heavy vehicles, or forklift/industrial equipment
Identify chemical exposure: fuel, oils, cleaning chemicals, food products, or aggressive industrial substances
Consider slip requirements: wet areas, ramps, and outdoor zones need textured slip-resistant finishes
Check substrate condition: new concrete, existing coatings, damaged or contaminated floors each need different preparation
Plan for downtime: some systems cure faster than others - production schedules may dictate product choice
Factor in appearance: car parks need clear bay markings and wayfinding, showrooms need attractive finishes
Think about maintenance: some coatings are easier to clean and repair than others
Share your floor area, traffic type, and any specific requirements - we'll recommend the appropriate CRAFCO or floor coating system
Common Mistakes with Floor Coatings
- Using decorative floor paint in high-traffic areas - it wears through in months, not years
- Skipping proper substrate preparation - coatings fail at the bond, not in the material itself
- Ignoring moisture in concrete - trapped moisture causes bubbling, peeling, and complete coating failure
- Applying coatings too thick or too thin - both cause problems; follow the technical data sheet
- Reopening to traffic too soon - full cure takes longer than touch dry; premature traffic causes permanent damage
- Forgetting expansion joints - coating over joints causes cracking; they need flexible sealant treatment
What You Get with Lapiz Blue
System Specification
Complete floor coating systems, not just paint - primers, base coats, top coats, and sealers as needed
Technical Support
Substrate assessment guidance and application recommendations for your specific conditions
RAL Colour Range
Standard traffic deck colours including Tomato Red, Gentian Blue, Sky Blue, Emerald Green, Slate Grey, and marking colours
UAE Coverage
Supply across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah for projects from small workshops to major developments
Documentation
Technical datasheets, application guides, and specification support for consultants and contractors
Quantity Calculation
Coverage rates and system build-up calculations for accurate material ordering
Frequently Asked Questions
CRAFCO Traffic Deck is a high-performance floor coating system specifically designed for car parks and vehicular traffic areas. It's elastomeric (flexible), UV stable, chemical resistant, and available in multiple colours for bay markings and safety zones. The system includes primers, base coats, and top coats engineered to work together.
Standard CRAFCO Traffic Deck colours include RAL 3013 Tomato Red, RAL 5010 Gentian Blue, RAL 5015 Sky Blue, RAL 6001 Emerald Green, RAL 7015 Slate Grey, RAL 7042 Traffic Grey A, RAL 7047 Telegrey 4, and RAL 9005 Black. These cover most car park requirements including bays, lanes, and safety markings.
Yes, but you need the right system. Standard floor paints won't survive forklift traffic. Industrial floor coatings with appropriate thickness, hardness, and abrasion resistance are designed for this use. Share your equipment types and traffic intensity and we'll specify an appropriate system.
It depends on the system and area size. A typical car park deck might need 2-3 days for preparation, priming, and coating application, plus curing time before traffic. Fast-cure systems are available when downtime is critical. We can advise on realistic timelines for your project.
Proper preparation is critical. This typically includes cleaning, removing existing coatings or contaminants, repairing cracks and damage, diamond grinding or shot blasting to create a profile for adhesion, and moisture testing. Poor preparation is the main cause of coating failure.
Yes. We can supply floor coating systems suitable for commercial kitchens, food processing, and food storage areas. These require specific properties including chemical resistance, easy cleaning, and compliance with food safety requirements. Share your facility type and we'll recommend appropriate options.
Quality floor coatings are designed for easy maintenance. Regular cleaning with appropriate detergents, prompt cleanup of spills, and periodic inspection for damage are usually sufficient. Heavily trafficked areas may need touch-up or recoating after several years. We can advise on maintenance schedules.
Sometimes, but it depends on the existing coating's condition and compatibility. Failing, peeling, or contaminated coatings must be removed. Sound existing coatings may be overcoated after testing for adhesion and compatibility. We recommend professional assessment before specifying.
Floors That Work as Hard as Your Business
A warehouse floor sees more abuse in a week than most surfaces see in a year. Forklifts, pallet jacks, dropped loads, chemical spills, constant cleaning - and it needs to keep performing. AkzoNobel floor coatings are engineered for this reality. They're not about making concrete look pretty; they're about protecting your operational surface so it lasts years instead of months.
Car Park Coatings That Make Sense
CRAFCO Traffic Deck systems exist because car parks have specific demands that general floor coatings don't meet. Vehicles turning on the same spots thousands of times, tyres hot from UAE roads, fuel drips, power steering scrub - these concentrated stresses destroy inadequate coatings. Traffic Deck is built for exactly this environment, with elastomeric flexibility, UV stability, and chemical resistance designed into the formulation.
The System Approach
Professional floor coating isn't one product - it's a system. Primers that penetrate and seal the substrate, base coats that build thickness and strength, top coats that provide the wear surface and appearance. Each layer has a job. At Lapiz Blue, we supply complete systems and help you understand what each component does, so you're not just buying paint - you're specifying a solution.
Need a Floor Coating Solution?
Get expert specification support for car parks, warehouses, industrial facilities, and commercial floors across the UAE.
Share these details for a quick response:
- Floor area in square metres
- Current substrate condition (new concrete, existing coating, damaged)
- Traffic type (pedestrian, light vehicle, forklift, heavy industrial)
- Chemical exposure (fuel, oils, cleaning chemicals, food products)
- Slip resistance requirements
- Colour or marking requirements
- Project timeline and any downtime constraints
