Epoxy Flooring · Tweed Heads

    Epoxy vs Polyurethane Floor Coatings — Which Should You Choose?

    Epoxy is the body, polyurethane is the armour. Here's how the two systems differ and why most good floors use both.

    How they differ

    Epoxy is a rigid, high-build resin that bonds hard to concrete and gives you thickness, impact resistance and a seamless surface. Polyurethane is more flexible, far more UV stable and more resistant to abrasion and scuffing, but it is applied thin and needs something underneath it.

    Where each wins

    Choose by exposure, not by brand.

    • Internal garage or workshop: epoxy build coat, polyurethane topcoat
    • Sun-exposed patio, carport or pool surround: polyurethane or polyaspartic topcoat is essential
    • Commercial kitchen or wash-down area: chemical-resistant epoxy with a coved edge
    • Warehouse traffic lanes: high-build epoxy for impact, PU for scuff resistance

    Why straight epoxy yellows outdoors

    Standard epoxy chalks and ambers under Gold Coast UV. On any slab that sees direct sun we specify a UV-stable polyurethane or polyaspartic finish coat — it keeps the colour true and the flake pattern crisp for years longer.

    The system we specify most

    Diamond grind, epoxy primer, epoxy build coat (with flake or quartz if requested), then a two-pack polyurethane topcoat with anti-slip additive tuned to the space. It costs marginally more than an epoxy-only floor and lasts far longer.

    Get a free quote from a licensed epoxy flooring in Gold Coast

    Munn & Co. Finishes is fully licensed in NSW (461243C) and QLD (15536255), insured and based locally — so we can usually quote Gold Coast jobs within 24–48 hours. Call 0444 528 452 or request a free written quote online and we'll walk the job with you, photograph problem areas and send a clear, fixed-price scope before any work begins.

    Epoxy vs polyurethane flooring — frequently asked questions

    How much does epoxy flooring cost in Tweed Heads?
    Epoxy floors in Tweed Heads usually run $60–$120 per square metre installed, depending on the existing slab condition, grinding and moisture testing required, and whether you choose flake, metallic or a plain solid colour.
    How long before I can drive on a new epoxy floor?
    Foot traffic is generally fine after 24 hours and vehicle traffic after 5–7 days. Full chemical cure takes about a week in Tweed Heads's humidity, so we schedule the job around when you need the space back.
    Does the concrete have to be ground first?
    Yes — diamond grinding the slab is what gives epoxy something to key into. Roll-on kits applied over sealed or dusty concrete are the most common reason coatings peel.
    Are you licensed and insured to work in Tweed Heads?
    Yes. Munn & Co. Finishes holds an NSW painting licence and a QLD QBCC licence, and we carry full public liability insurance. Licence and insurance details are supplied in writing with every Tweed Heads quote.
    How do I get a quote for epoxy vs polyurethane flooring in Tweed Heads?
    Call 0400 000 000 or send the online quote form. We book a free on-site walkthrough in Tweed Heads, then send a fixed written quote — surfaces, products, coats and timeline — usually within 24–48 hours.