Non-demolition floor renovation – A modern trend in building upgrades
When old tile floors degrade, fade, peel, or no longer suit the design style, most people consider demolishing the entire floor and installing new tiles. However, this solution is costly, time-consuming, generates dust, and directly impacts daily life or business operations.
Today, non-demolition floor renovation is becoming a popular trend among investors, households, showrooms, restaurants, hotels, and factories due to its ability to quickly refresh surfaces while ensuring aesthetics and long-term durability.
One prominent solution currently available is DEFIX STONE FLOOR ES-2 artistic stone paint – a two-component epoxy paint combining stone aggregates and color chips to create a natural stone-like effect with a self-leveling, seamless, and high-load-bearing surface.
Why choose non-demolition floor renovation?
Preserving the old base and applying a new coating offers numerous outstanding benefits.
Cost-saving investment
Demolishing old floors not only incurs labor costs but also waste disposal, new material expenses, and extended construction time. In contrast, the stone floor paint solution utilizes the existing base after surface preparation, significantly reducing the total renovation cost.
Shorter construction time
For active stores, showrooms, or factories, halting operations for many days can lead to significant losses. Artistic stone floor paint speeds up the renovation process, minimizing disruption to business operations.
According to technical data, after application, the surface can be walked on in approximately 24–72 hours depending on temperature conditions; light loads can be applied after 2–6 days, and full use can resume after 5–10 days.
No dust generation
Unlike traditional demolition methods, the stone floor paint renovation solution only requires surface preparation with a specialized grinding machine before application. This reduces dust, noise, and construction waste.
Enhances the aesthetics of the entire space
The finished surface offers a natural stone effect with depth, diverse colors, and a beautiful sheen, making the space more luxurious and modern without requiring complete material replacement.
What is DEFIX ES-2 artistic stone floor paint?
DEFIX STONE FLOOR ES-2 is a solvent-free, two-component epoxy paint combining stone aggregates and color chips to create a high-aesthetic, self-leveling coating. Once cured, the surface forms a seamless block, minimizing gaps, increasing dust resistance, and simplifying cleaning.
Unlike ordinary coatings, DEFIX ES-2 not only protects the floor but also serves as a decorative element, creating a natural stone-like effect at a more reasonable cost.
Outstanding advantages of DEFIX STONE FLOOR ES-2
Luxurious natural stone effect
The product replicates the beauty of natural stone with various unique colors and effects, enhancing the aesthetic value of the project while optimizing investment costs.
Can be applied over old tiles
One of the biggest advantages is that it can be applied over concrete or old tile floors after proper surface preparation. This significantly saves renovation time and cost.
Seamless surface
No more grout lines that easily accumulate dust and mold. The seamless surface makes cleaning quicker, especially suitable for areas requiring high cleanliness standards.
Waterproof and dust-resistant
The coating has excellent waterproofing properties, limiting water penetration into the subfloor, and reducing dust accumulation during use.
High load and abrasion resistance
The product has a Shore D hardness of 80 or higher, a minimum adhesion strength of 1.5 MPa, impact resistance of 55 Kg.cm, and low abrasion, making it suitable for high-traffic areas.
Chemical resistance
DEFIX ES-2 can withstand water, 10% NaCl salt solution, 5% NaOH, and 5% HCl after 7 days of testing without any abnormal signs on the surface.
Practical applications
The non-demolition floor renovation solution using DEFIX ES-2 is suitable for various applications, such as:
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Homes, apartments.
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Showrooms.
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Offices.
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Restaurants, cafes.
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Car garages.
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Restrooms.
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Basements.
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Warehouses.
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Manufacturing plants.
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Shopping malls.
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Hospitals.
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Schools.
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Cleanrooms.
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Food processing plants.
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Electronics factories.
The diverse applications allow the product to cater to both civil and industrial projects.
Standard application process
To ensure the durability of the coating, the recommended application system includes:
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Primer coat: Defix Floor Primer EP-1 (1–2 coats).
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Intermediate coat: Defix Floor Undercoat DU11.
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Topcoat: DEFIX STONE FLOOR ES-2.
During application, please note:
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The surface must be free of oil, grease, and dust.
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All cracks must be repaired before application.
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Substrate moisture content below 4%.
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Ambient humidity not exceeding 80%.
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Mix ratio A:B = 5:1 must be followed precisely.
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Do not add solvents or water.
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Apply within a temperature range of 10–30°C.
Adhering to the correct procedure will ensure optimal adhesion, self-leveling properties, and lifespan of the paint layer.
Why choose DEFIX STONE FLOOR ES-2?
Not only does DEFIX ES-2 offer an effective non-demolition floor renovation solution, but it is also developed to meet requirements for aesthetics, mechanical durability, and continuous operation. With low VOC content and minimal odor during application, the product contributes to a more pleasant working and living environment. Furthermore, its load-bearing capacity, abrasion resistance, and chemical resistance help the floor maintain its beauty for a long time, even in high-traffic areas.
Frequently asked questions
Do old tiles need to be demolished?
No. If the subfloor is stable and properly prepared, it can be applied directly over old tiles.
Can it be used in bathrooms?
Yes. The product is suitable for bathrooms and damp areas thanks to its seamless, waterproof, and easy-to-clean coating.
Can it withstand forklifts and heavy loads?
Yes. DEFIX ES-2 is designed for warehouses, logistics centers, factories, and car garages, meeting the requirements for load-bearing and abrasion resistance.
Are there many color options?
Yes. The product offers many color options and artistic stone effects to suit design needs.
Conclusion
If you are looking for a non-demolition floor renovation solution that saves costs, shortens construction time, and still delivers high aesthetic value, DEFIX STONE FLOOR ES-2 artistic stone floor paint is a worthwhile choice. With its ability to be applied over concrete or old tile floors after preparation, a seamless, waterproof, load-bearing, chemical-resistant surface, and luxurious natural stone effect, the product is suitable for both civil and industrial projects.
Contact DGO Group for technical team consultation on suitable solutions for your existing floor, detailed application instructions, material estimates, and direct factory pricing, helping your project be renovated quickly, beautifully, and cost-effectively.