Are Seamless Resin Floors Truly Seamless? Flowcrete Flooring Solutions

Are Seamless Resin Floors Truly Seamless?

Resin flooring systems are often described as seamless and while that’s true to a large extent, it’s important to understand what “seamless” really means in practice.

What Do We Mean by "Seamless"?

Resin floors create a smooth, continuous surface with far fewer joints compared to traditional finishes such as tiles or vinyl. This offers:

• A Cleaner, modern look
• Reduced week points,
• Minimal place for dirt, dust or moisture to collect.
  This makes resin flooring ideal for hygienic, industrial, and commercial environments.
  

The Role of Movement and Control Joints:

Even the most seamless resin floor has its limits. Building design plays a major role:

• Structural movement joints must still be carried through the resin system to accommodate natural slab movement.
• These joints cannot simply be covered but they can be carefully integrated into the design to maintain aesthetics and performance.

Designing Around Joints:

The number and position of joints depend on the room size and product used:

• Larger areas may require expansion joints every few metres.
• Smaller spaces may need fewer joints.

To maintain a visually continuous surface, systems like Deckshield can incorporate movement joints using Veda movement joint profiles. These blend seamlessly into the resin finish, controlling the joint while preserving system integrity.

Others detailing Options include: 

• Floor trims
• Subtle color changes.

Resin Flooring in Demanding Environments:

In more challenging settings such as bunded or waterproof areas  resin can provide a tanked, watertight finish. This offers greater continuity and protection compared to alternative materials.

Why Resin Flooring is Still the Most Seamless Option:

While resin flooring cannot eliminate every joint, it remains one of the most seamless and durable options available. With:

• Careful planning
• The right product selection
  
• Attention to detailing(e.g, Veda movement joints)

Specifiers and contractors can achieve a finish that is smooth, hygienic, and built to last.

Explore Flowcrete Resin Systems

Looking for a durable, hygienic, and design-led flooring solution? Flowcrete offers a range of resin systems tailored to your needs:

• Deckshield– car park protection and joint detailing
• Flowfresh– hygienic flooring with antimicrobial technology
• Flowcoat– versatile resin coating for industrial and commercial spaces

👉 Contact our technical experts today or visit https://www.flowcrete.eu/en-gb/get-in-touch/talk-to-us/ to learn more.