Factory Floors

The Resilient Floor Coating Your Factory Demands

Standard concrete floors can't withstand the intense demands of a modern factory. Shieldcoat's FloorShield is an environmentally friendly, high-performance sealer engineered to provide an extremely durable finish that resists heavy traffic and simplifies maintenance.

Last updated: 8 August 2025

Don't Let Your Floor Become a Weak Link

A failing floor coating leads to operational downtime, safety hazards, and a constant cleaning battle. FloorShield is the professional solution, creating a seamless, hard-wearing surface that enhances both the safety and efficiency of any industrial workspace.

Why choose shieldcoat

Performance Engineered for Industrial Environments

For professional applicators, providing a solution that lasts is paramount. FloorShield's advanced water-based acrylic/urethane blend offers the toughness required for industrial settings without the harsh chemicals of traditional sealers, ensuring you deliver a superior, reliable result for your clients.

Hard-Wearing Acrylic/Urethane Defence

The unique formulation of FloorShield provides exceptional resistance to abrasion from foot traffic and machinery. This ensures the coating maintains its integrity and appearance, extending the life of the factory floor and reducing the need for frequent recoating.

Safer, Low-Chemical Application

As a water-based product, FloorShield is a safer choice for enclosed factory spaces. It has lower odour and fewer harsh chemicals than solvent-based alternatives, improving air quality for workers during and after application.

Certified P4 Anti-Slip Safety

Meet critical workplace safety standards with ease. By adding Shieldcoat's anti-slip wax beads, FloorShield achieves a P4 anti-slip rating, providing essential grip in areas prone to spills and moisture, and helping to prevent workplace accidents.

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Extremely Durable Finish

Deliver a high-performance sealer that provides an extremely durable finish. The water-based acrylic/urethane blend is specifically designed for hard-wearing applications on factory and warehouse floors.

Environmentally Friendly Formula

Offer clients a modern, water-based alternative to traditional concrete sealers. FloorShield avoids harsh chemicals, making it a safer choice for enclosed industrial environments without compromising on performance.

Customisable Anti-Slip Safety

Enhance workplace safety by adding Shieldcoat's Anti-Slip Wax Beads to achieve a P4 anti-slip rating. This provides essential grip on floors, helping your clients meet their health and safety obligations.

Fast Turnaround Times

Minimise downtime for your clients. FloorShield is ready for foot traffic just 3 hours after application, allowing operations to resume quickly while the coating continues to its full 7-day cure for vehicle traffic.

Unlimited Colour Choice

Provide a functional and aesthetic upgrade. With an almost unlimited colour choice, you can create designated safety zones, walkways, or branded floor spaces to suit any factory layout or requirement.

Proven Surface Preparation Process

Rely on Shieldcoat's detailed application guides for surface preparation, including crack repair with Slab Repair and cleaning with Mouldshield 'C', ensuring a sound, professional finish that lasts.

FAQ

How does FloorShield stand up to heavy industrial use?

FloorShield is formulated with a water-based acrylic/urethane blend, creating an extremely durable finish designed for surfaces like factory and shed floors. It's engineered to be hard-wearing and withstand significant traffic.

Is FloorShield a safe option for a busy factory environment?

Yes. FloorShield is an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional solvent-based sealers. For enhanced safety, Shieldcoat's Anti-Slip Wax Beads can be added to achieve a P4 anti-slip rating, reducing the risk of slips in the workplace.

How long does the floor need to be out of action after application?

FloorShield is touch dry in approximately 1 hour and ready for foot traffic in 3 hours. However, it requires 7 days to cure fully before it can handle vehicle traffic, ensuring maximum durability.

Can FloorShield be applied over an existing coating?

For previously coated surfaces in good condition, you can apply FloorShield after a thorough clean and sanding with 240-grade sandpaper. If the previous coating is in poor condition, it must be completely removed first.