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Common Car Park Challenges

Without the right solutions underfoot, car parks are likely to fall foul of a long list of challenges which could lead to cracked, unsightly and unclean deck surfaces – or worse, compromised concrete slabs and an unsafe structure.

Understanding the role of colour in multi-storey car parks

Colour plays a significant role in the design and functionality of multi-storey car park structures. It can influence the overall aesthetic appeal of the structure, as well as aid in navigation and safety for those using the facility.

One of the primary functions of colour in a multi-storey car park is to differentiate between different levels or areas within the structure. This is particularly important in larger car parks where there may be multiple levels or sections. By using different colours for each level or section, it becomes easier for drivers to identify their location within the car park and navigate to their desired destination.

Ensuring Durability for Car Par Structures

When specifying a protective coating material for car park decks, the primary concern is its service life and durability. This is because car park operators consider the financial implications and costs associated with potential closures of the car park for maintenance, re-waterproofing, or refurbishment work. The effective implementation of accurately designed systems that cater to the current and potential service requirements of the area can help in prolonging the structure's durability.

Here are some key considerations for ensuring durability in multi-storey car park structures through protective car park decking solutions:

Protecting Your Plate: The Role of Resin Flooring in Food Production Environments

Jenny Jones, Flowcrete technical specification advisor, says, ‘Today’s food industry is among the most complex and specialised market sectors in the world. Food production facilities need to maintain high levels of cleanliness to ensure that the food being produced is safe and healthy for consumption.

Thinking Green With Car Park Structures

Sustainability is an increasingly important factor in the design of all kinds of buildings, including multi-storey car parks. The size of these structures, often large, have a significant impact on the environment, so it is crucial to consider sustainability from the outset. As urban areas continue to grow, the demand for efficient and convenient parking facilities also increases. The development of multi-storey car parks provides a high number of parking spaces in a relatively small space so when designing car parking structures, their environmental impact needs to be considered and minimised to ensure their long-term viability.

What can manufacturers do to assist sustainability initiatives? In this article, we will look at the use of sustainable materials and investing in energy efficient processes as some of the key considerations when designing multi-storey car parks with sustainability in mind.

Health & Safety Considerations When Designing Car Park Solutions

When designing car park solutions, health and safety considerations are of paramount importance. For car park users, the deck plays a very important role in safety due to the potential of slips and skid risks posed by water and/or slippery automotive oils lying around. With the increase of vehicles and road users, parking has become a vital part of today’s world. As a result, vehicle owners are looking for safe and secure environments to house their vehicles when they are not with them. In this article, we will explore some key health and safety considerations that should be taken into account when designing multi-storey car parks.

First and foremost, it is important to ensure that the car park is designed to be easily accessible and navigable for all users, including those with mobility impairments. It is also important to ensure that the car park is well-lit and colourful both to improve visibility and to deter crime. This may involve clear marking with bright demarcation lines and signage, to provide a welcoming impression to drivers and help to make the car park a more positive and safer environment.

Energy Crisis: Flooring solutions to help from the ground up

As energy bills soar across Europe, the cost-of-living crisis is being felt by homeowners and business owners alike. With the seemingly never-ending surge in energy prices, it appears that all industries are feeling the pinch. In the construction industry alone, we are speaking with more and more building owners, developers and installers who are looking for more efficient ways to build and renovate, to save time, money and energy.

To help with this, we have highlighted some of the flooring solutions from CPG Europe that can help your building or renovation project to be more sustainable and energy efficient, from the ground up.  

A Deckshield Christmas

As we approach the Christmas season, the usual scenes start to replay: the lights, decorations, food, music and of course the most resonating scene of all - buzzing shopping centres with every car parking space occupied in the multi-storey car parks. While many facilities may take a breather over the holiday period and while slower demand may see offices and factories close, retail spaces get busier, and consequently, multi-storey car parks too.

For facilities managers and car park owners, it is important to ensure your car park is fit for the festive season, particularly large retail buildings where the car park may be situated above the premises. Rather than replacing your original asphalt deck why not think about refurbishment to save time and labour. Flowcrete’s Deckshield Rapide EDF system is great for upgrading existing asphalt waterproofing – its speed of cure and low temperature cure, enables fast installation and provides an aesthetic upgrade to your car park.

Where Did I Park?

Oftentimes we ask ourselves this question after a few hours of food and shopping and we are back at the multi-storey car park trying to locate our cars. When we leave our cars, especially in public spaces, we don’t really give it much thought even though car parks are an essential part of everyday living.

Take a moment to think about this question differently. This time, not just about locating your car but think about the car park itself. This should pose further questions such as: Is it safe? Is it secure? Is it clearly marked? Because though car parks might look like solid stable constructions, they are quite vulnerable due to several issues – not just the scuff, footfall and whatever else they encounter - but bigger challenges such as UV exposure, cracked deck surfaces, slip resistance and tyre squeal.

Look Under Your Feet to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint

The climate change debate has caused us all to consider how we interact with the world around us and the inherent environmental consequences our choices have. The construction industry has an especially important role to play in creating a more sustainable world, as not only does it account for approximately half of all the raw materials extracted from the planet, but it also creates roughly a third of global waste and 40% of carbon dioxide emissions.

However, creating truly sustainable buildings is no easy feat, as it requires a holistic approach to choosing every component that considers a wide range of factors such as the resources required, CO₂ emissions, water usage, electricity demands and much more. Getting all of this right requires a lot of knowledge and expertise to know whether the project has really minimised its impact on the environment.