Floor Paint Additives & Aggregates

Floor Paint Additives

Sometimes, even anti-slip floor paint needs an extra level of durability and added grit to improve under-foot and under-vehicular skid-resistance. Generally, Coo-Var, Rust-Oleum and Sika manufacture compatible anti-slip paint additives to be used with their epoxy, solvent or water-based floor paints.

Rust-Oleum Epoxyshield anti-slip-additives can be added to some of their garage floor paints, to help extend the lifespan of the surface through above normal wear and tear. Applied evenly to a freshly laid floor coating, this highly effective non-skid additive will make lighter work of any cleaning work.

If sprinkled or broadcast paint additives and decorative flakes fall outside of the painted area, it is not advised to paint over them. Applied methods are quite strict for full product benefits to be achieved, and changing application technique from that outlined in product datasheets could mean that a surface is not sufficiently anti-slip, and could risk the topcoat peeling away, as it does not directly adhere to a surface.

Sika Floor Additives

A large volume of Sikafloor products available at Promain reference Sika Quartz Sand in their description and datasheets. This light-coloured, kiln dried, graded quartz sand provides a mechanical key for subsequent levelling materials. It can also bulk up screeds and mortars, along with being an anti-slip additive.

Anti Slip Floor Paint Additive

Anti-slip additives can be added to all floor paints to increase friction. These additives are particularly useful in conditions where the floor may get wet, oily or covered in loose particles (e.g. sawdust, powders etc.). The anti-slip additives will help reduce the possibility of wheel-spin and skid on greasy, wet floors.

Resincoat Anti Slip Paint Additive

Resincoat Aggregate is a kiln dried silica sand which when added to paint gives it anti slip properties. It is available in a range of grades to provide varied slip resistance as per user requirements. Resincoat Aggregate silica can be added to any of our floor paints and coatings, and even some screeds or mortars to improve the level of slip resistance achieved underfoot.

Resincoat Aggregate Anti slip paint additive can be applied in a number of ways, either pre-mixed, scattered into a single paint coat system, or sealed within a two coat system.

Pumice Aggregate

Pumice aggregate is an extremely light aggregate which has the advantage of being able to mix into the paint prior to application. It is a non-microbead solution to a fine, aggregated finish. Pumice gives a rough-profiled finish and significantly increases slip resistance. When using, pour the pumice into the paint and mix thoroughly. After mixing, use the paint immediately. The paint must be applied with a roller to achieve a consistent finish.

Iron Silicate Aggregate

SuperTough Aggregate is an iron-silicate grit. It has good shatter resistance and has a hard, sharp finish to give fantastic grip. To use SuperTough Aggregate on a previously-painted floor, apply a coat of floor paint and then liberally scatter the grit over the surface of the wet paint. Allow the floor to dry for a full 24 hours. Once dry, remove the excess SuperTough Aggregate that hasn’t stuck with a soft brush. Then the paint over the whole surface of the floor again to seal the grit in place on the floor.

Floor Paint Aggregate

Aggregate is a bit of a catch-all term for pieces of broken or crushed material like stone or gravel which are used in concrete or more generally throughout building and construction work.

When it comes to terrazzo flooring, the aggregates might be granite, flint, glass or other small chips that are chosen to add colour or a specific aesthetic. The choice of aggregate plays a very important role in the floor’s appearance, style and visual impact, for example by creating a bright and glittering, classic and traditional or modern and clean surface.

While terrazzo flooring itself dates back to Ancient Rome, today’s advances in flooring technology means that aggregates such as marble, quartz, concrete, porcelain, plastic and metal can all be combined with an epoxy binder and polished into a smooth terrazzo surface.

At Promain you can choose an aggregate additive to add non-slip or impact resistance to floor coatings, with graded colour quartz mixtures available that provide a decorative finish. Our range of aggregates at Promain includes additives for paints, floor coatings and systems, and epoxy mortar screeds.

Our Technical Support Team is on hand to advise on the best solution for your needs, don’t hesitate to contact them today.

How Do I Apply a Floor Paint Additive or Aggregate?

When installing a garage floor coating yourself, the generally accepted method to applying a non-slip additive such as quartz, flakes or screed is to mix it into the final top coat prior to rolling it onto the floor. When applying it to 100% solid epoxy or polyurea, it’s best to mix it into the final top coat first and then pour the contents in ribbons across the floor. You can then roll and back roll the coating as usual. The non-slip grit will tend to disperse itself evenly across the surface of the floor this way.

If you are applying a polyurethane top coat or a thinner water based epoxy kit such as Bradite Thinner TP33, then you will be working by rolling the contents out of a paint tray. It’s best to mix the additive into the coating then pour it into your tray. It’s important to note that while these additives do fairly well at staying suspended in the mix for a short while, they will sink to the bottom and should be remixed each time before pouring the contents into the tray.

Other methods involve sprinkling the additive on top of the coating or base coat before applying the final top coat or just tossing the non-slip additive on top of the final top coat, however this issue with this method means you can get poor distribution of the non-slip aggregate or when applied to the top of the final coat, it can pull away with wear and create pockets in the surface that collect dirt.

For more information or technical advice on how to apply floor paint additive or aggregate be sure to get in touch with the friendly team at Promain today.

Buy Floor Paint Additives & Aggregates Online

When you are buying floor additives and aggregates be sure to buy from Promain Paint, the UK’s leading paint additives and aggregates supplier. Our team has years of experience and a wealth of knowledge when it comes to all types of floor paint additives, whether you are looking for brands such as Silka or Coo Var, you can rest assured that have your needs covered, whether you are looking to paint a commercial or domestic property. What’s more when you choose to buy floor paint additives and aggregates from Promian you can trust all of our products are available at great prices.

Why Choose Promain for Floor Paint Additives & Aggregates?

Providing the paint is thick enough to hold the anti-slip medium, most water and solvent based epoxy coatings as well as many alkyd and PU Polyurethane paints are suitable to add our anti slip additives however as we have a specialist team of experienced paint specialists we suggest you give us a call to discuss your project.

We are able to add or supply these product to be added or broadcast by hand into the paint offering a greater degree of control on the areas that require an anti-slip finish, a choice taken by many of our customers looking for anti slip solutions every day. Multi coloured paint flakes can be sprinkled onto the wet paint and when dry a clear sealer coat to lock the paint flakes in is applied offering an attractive finish to any surface post anti slip additive application. 

Please call our technical department who will talk you through many different options of anti slip additives and how best to apply them to your floor paint and or surfacer. Use our experience and knowledge in the field to save on expensive mistakes and for complete peace of mind.

Searching for Floor Paint Additives & Aggregates? Contact Promain Today

If you are looking for floor paint additives and aggregates then make sure you take a look at the fantastic and high quality products that are available at Promain.

We understand how important it can be to keep your home or establishment safe. That is why we offer a range of industrial additives and aggregates, we want to do as much as possible to make sure that your property or commercial building is as safe as possible. For this reason we make sure that we only sell the highest quality of anti slip floor additives from leading paint manufacturers such as Rust Oleum, Sika, Coo-Var and many more.

If you need any help or advice referring to our range of floor additives and aggregates then please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us as the team will be more than happy to help.

Frequently Asked Questions About Floor Paint Additives & Aggregates

What are the best uses for additives and aggregates?

All of our aggregates for floor paint can be used to provide a slip resistant property to most floor coatings and can be used more purposefully on stairs, ramps and walkways which can cause accidents and injuries when they are wet.

How do I apply an additive or aggregate?

An anti slip additive for floor paint can be used with single pack and two pack floor paints and can be added to the paint before application or hand cast to the applied coating. We offer our range of floor paint additives and aggregates in a range of sizes including 1kg and 5kg tubs in a selection of fine to coarse products.

What are flooring aggregates?

Aggregate is a bit of a catch-all term for pieces of broken or crushed material like stone or gravel which are used in concrete or more generally throughout building and construction work.

How can I make my garage floor less slippery?

The first of these would be garage floor paint or an epoxy garage floor coating with anti-slip grit added. The anti-skid additive is applied to the mix of the final coat to create a surface that is soft enough to walk on in your bare feet, yet gritty enough to prevent slip/fall accidents in slippery conditions.

Why should I choose Promain for floor paint additives and aggregates?

We understand how important it can be to keep your home or establishment safe. That is why we offer a range of industrial additives and aggregates, we want to do as much as possible to make sure that your property or commercial building is as safe as possible. For this reason we make sure that we only sell the highest quality of anti slip floor additives from leading paint manufacturers such as Rust Oleum, Sika, Coo-Var and many more.