Can Epoxy Flooring be Applied Over Floor tiles?

Yes! With the correct preparation and use of true industrial grade epoxy resin coating materials, various types of Epoxy Flooring Systems can be applied over most types of old tiles, to give new life to the surface. The SEF Premium Over Tile Epoxy Flooring System is >5mm dry film thickness in total and generally will not disturb the heights, meaning you won't have to engage another tradesman to remove doors or cabinets, shave the bottom and reinstall them.

SEF Premium Over Tile Epoxy Flooring Systems Fast, durable and smart floor covering systems

Whether it is for a busy kitchen, the style of a showroom, or the toughness needed in a garage floor, epoxy flooring can effortlessly fit in, making it a go-to choice for various spaces with its adaptable and versatile features.

Our quality floor coating solutions are ideal for the following applications:

Commercial Kitchens
Residential Garage Floors
Mechanical workshops
Shopping Centers
Restaurant Floors
Lift Lobbies
Balconies
Service industry - including bars and cafes

Unfortunately at this point in time, we don't offer this service for inside homes.

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Benefits of applying epoxy to your Tiled flooring

Tile Renewal

Epoxy flooring breathes new life into old and worn tiles. It acts as a rejuvenating solution, refreshing the appearance of your tiled floors and effectively covering imperfections, cracks, or signs of wear and tear.

By applying epoxy on tiles, you can give your floors a renewed and polished look, contributing to a revitalized and aesthetically pleasing space.

Variety of Systems

Epoxy floor coatings offer a diverse range of possibilities that can be applied over tiled surfaces, including slip-resistant solid color epoxy flooring, flake epoxy floor coatings, or metallic and liquid epoxy marble floor coating systems. These options provide not only durability but are also aesthetic versatility for a customized flooring solution.

Hygienic and Safe

Epoxy flooring doesn't harbor bacteria, meeting Australian Health and Safety Standards for a hygienic environment. This makes it an ideal choice for tiled floors in spaces where cleanliness and health are paramount.

Maintaining a bacteria-resistant surface contributes to a healthier indoor environment and ensures compliance with stringent hygiene standards.

Durability for Commercial Use

Epoxy flooring is specifically designed for commercial kitchens and high-traffic tiled areas, offering exceptional durability against the rigors of constant use. It withstands the demands of heavy foot traffic, spills, and the impact of kitchen activities.

Its long-lasting performance ensures that your tiled floors maintain their integrity, providing a reliable and durable surface in demanding environments.

Available Epoxy flooring systems for over tiles

Tiles must be sound and fairly damage-free to allow epoxy flooring system to be applied over them. From there the process is relatively fast and the product is available in many different looks to suit different tastes and environments. Preparation is the most important key to any successful floor coatings, especially when it comes to epoxy over tiled floors.

Solid or single-colour system

Solid color epoxy flooring offers a myriad of benefits, making it a popular choice for both residential and commercial spaces. The seamless, smooth surface not only enhances the visual appeal of floors but also provides a clean and modern look. The solid color design allows for cost effectiveness and easy maintenance, making it simple to clean and keep pristine.

The roller-applied finish with fine antislip media will achieve an R10 or P3 slip rating and can be made more anti-slip on request. In addition, a layer of polyurethane coating can be applied to the floor as an alternative to provide UV resistance and further protection.
In most circumstances, light foot traffic is permitted the next day and heavy traffic is permitted after five days.

This type of finish will be more easily marked and scratched than the flake system, and if you are looking for a more resistant floor coating product, try our flake system below, which is also available in single-colour flake.

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APPLICATION STEPS

Preparation | Scan the floor carefully, identify and remove any drummy tiles. Carry out Diamond grinding to de-gloss the tiles and create mechanical bonding in between the SEF100EP Tile-Lock Primer and substrate.
Patching | Patch where the tiles have been removed using SEF Epoxy Mortar.
Priming | Apply 1 x coat of SEF100EP Tile-Lock Primer at 2mm.
2nd stage Grinding | Once the primer is cured, we will grind over the primer to take away any high points, identify the low points and fill them using SEF-EP Filler.
1st Top Coat | One coat of PREMIUM GRADE EPOXY TOP COAT mixed with fine anti-slip media to achieve a DFT of 150 microns.
Final Coat | One coat of PREMIUM GRADE EPOXY TOP COAT mixed with fine anti-slip media to achieve a DFT of 150 microns.

Premium seamless flake system

Extremely durable, decorative, and easy to keep clean and maintain!

Our SEF Premium Full Flake Epoxy and Polyaspartic Coating System will beautify your floor while providing years of trouble-free service. The finish is eco-friendly and is available in 20+ custom-made flake patterns. One of the major benefits of Flake Floors is that imperfections and scratches are barely visable, signs of wear take significantly longer to show and the flooring is naturally slip resistant. These added benefits do not effect how easy to clean and maintain the flooring is.

In most circumstances, light foot traffic is permitted the next day and heavy traffic is permitted after five days.

Visit our Northbridge or Silverwater epoxy showrooms to experience and view the available finishes.

Click here to learn more about Flake Flooring.

APPLICATION STEPS

Preparation | Scan the floor carefully, identify and remove any drummy tiles. Carry out Diamond grinding to de-gloss the tiles and create mechanical bonding in between the SEF100EP Tile-Lock Primer and substrate.
Patching | Patch where the tiles have been removed using SEF Epoxy Mortar.
Priming | Apply 1 x coat of SEF100EP Tile-Lock Primer at 2mm
2nd stage Grinding | Once the primer is cured, we will grind over the primer to take away any high points, identify the low points and fill them using SEF-EP Filler
Base coat and application of flake | Apply one PREMIUM GRADE COLOURED EPOXY RESIN to the floor and broadcast full flake to cover the epoxy completely
Cleaning excess flake | Collect excess flake by vacuuming
Protective Clear Coat | One full coat of ULTRA HIGH SOLIDS, Polyaspratic clear coat applied using a sgueegee at dry film thickness of 350 microns

Metallic and marble effect epoxy flooring system

Metallic and Marble epoxy flooring is a unique and stylish flooring solution. This floor coating system adds shine and sophistication to any space, transforming seemingly mundane surfaces into dazzling works of art. Its high-end look offers endless design opportunities to customise, making it a versatile choice that can fit any interior décor. The metallic tint also reinforces the strength and durability of the floor, ensuring that it can stand up to heavy wear and tear. Not only is this option beautiful, but it is also incredibly easy to maintain and one simple cleanse and you've got a shiny new surface! So if you're looking for style, durability, and ease of maintenance all in one package, then metallic epoxy flooring may be the perfect choice.
Our SEF metallic floor coating system is on display at our showroom located at 153 Sailors Bay Road Northbridge NSW 2063 and you can come to see how our premium system performs.
In most cases, light foot traffic is allowed the next day and heavy traffic is allowed after 5 days.

Click here to learn more about Metallic Epoxy Flooring System

APPLICATION STEPS

Preparation | Scan the floor carefully, identify and remove any drummy tiles. Carry out Diamond grinding to de-gloss the tiles and create mechanical bonding in between the SEF100EP Tile-Lock Primer and substrate.
Patching | Patch where the tiles have been removed using SEF Epoxy Mortar.
Priming | Apply 1 x coat of SEF100EP Tile-Lock Primer at 2mm
2nd stage Grinding | Once the primer is cured, we will grind over the primer to take away any high points, identify the low points to fill them using SEF-EP Filler and vacuum and mop the floor carefully
Coloured Base Coat | Apply one PREMIUM GRADE COLOURED EPOXY RESIN at 150 microns and allow to cure. Ensure the base coat looks uniform before proceeding to the decorative layer as if the coat looks patchy, an additional coloured coat is required.
Decorative metallic or marble effect | Apply the decorative layer at the rate of 500 microns and allow to cure
Protective Clear Coat | One full coat of ULTRA HIGH SOLIDS, Polyaspratic clear coat applied using roller at dry film thickness of 150 micorns