Project Reference

To meet strict hygiene standards, a hospital in Cebu sought a seamless flooring solution for their molecular laboratory, as traditional tiles posed a risk for bacterial growth in the grout lines. The Buildrite team recommended a complete overhaul, starting with the removal of old tiles. The restoration process involved using Buildrite Confix LV as a bonding agent to ensure adhesion to the old substrate, followed by Buildrite Hardcrete 510 to create a smooth, high-strength (5000 psi) base. Buildrite Epocoat MB was then applied as a moisture barrier to protect the system. Finally, Buildrite Epocoat FC was installed to provide a durable, glossy, and seamless finish that is easy to sanitize and withstands the harsh laboratory environment.

1. Application of bonding agent - Old concrete and new concrete will never be monolithic unless we use a bonding agent. We use CONFIX LV as a bonding agent to ensure the bonding of the topping to the old substrate

2. Application of floor topping - The substrate was damaged due to the removal of the tiles. To ensure a durable and smooth surface, we applied HARDCRETE 510. Hardcrete 510 is a floor topping that has a 10mm thickness with 5000 psi.

3. Application of moisture barrier - The secret to a perfect floor coating is in the moisture barrier. We used EPOCOAT MB to ensure that the moisture will not damage the topcoat. It also promotes good adhesion of the topcoat to the substrate.

4. Application of the floor coating - Epocoat FC is an epoxy-based floor coating that is durable enough for areas with a harsh environment such as laboratories. It has a seamless and glossy finish making it easy to clean and hygienic. The durability of Epocoat FC is also compatible with the harsh environment of the laboratory.