Laticrete is a leading manufacturer of globally proven construction solutions for the building industry Recently, the company significantly expanded its SpartaCote product line of self-leveling epoxy floor coatings for decorative and protective applications. The expansion includes SpartaCote General Primer, SpartaCote Surface Build and SpartaCote Surface Build UV. SpartaCote General Primer […]
Tag: High-Performance Coatings
Texas Motor Speedway Boasts First-of-its-Kind Concrete Coatings
In fall 2016, Texas Motor Speedway management partnered with Laticrete to bring high-performance Spartacote concrete coating systems to the legendary raceway’s massive garages. This marked a first at any NASCAR track. Management chose Texas-based Intertech Flooring as the installer due to its excellent reputation in flooring solutions for specialty, high-profile […]
Laticrete Unveils the Company’s First-Ever Dedicated Grow Room and Greenhouse Coating System
Laticrete, a leading manufacturer of globally proven construction solutions for the building industry, has launched the SpartaCote High-Yield System with patent-pending Lux Additive. The company developed this industry-first resinous coating system specifically to increase photosynthetic active radiation (PAR) reflectance of floors and walls by up to 56%. This effectively increases […]
Ardex Showcases Product Lines in New California Facility
High-performance building products maker Ardex Americas (the North American wing of Germany-based Ardex Group) is slowly transforming each of its six North American locations into showcases of the manufacturer’s products.
Why Do High-Performance Coatings Outperform Sealers?
High-performance or high-build coatings offer a higher level of performance than thin-build sealers. A brilliant insight, I know. But in reality, the statement often sums up most of what many people know about high-performance coatings compared to thin-build sealers.
The Challenges of Applying High-Performance Sealers
As high-performance coatings become more commonplace in decorative applications, so do the problems associated with using them. Unlike acrylic sealers, high-performance coatings (polyurethane, epoxy, polyaspartic and polyurea) are not as forgiving when it comes to application, or more specifically, reapplication.