CPC Floor Coatings Blog

Jamie Gillespie

Jamie is vice president of Carolina Painting Company and of the CPC Floor Coatings division.

Recent Posts

How to Achieve the Right Aesthetics for Your Urethane Floor

Posted by Jamie Gillespie on Apr 3, 2020 2:24:00 PM

As a general flooring contractor in South Carolina, we most often see urethane floor coatings applied for two primary reasons.

  1. To improve the floor's functionality (ie. durability, chemical resistance, longevity, etc.)
  2. To improve the floor's aesthetics

In today's blog, we want to talk about the aesthetic appeal that a urethane floor coating provides and how to achieve the look you desire for your floor.

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Topics: Urethane Coatings

5 Facts About Urethane Cement That Make It Great for Flooring

Posted by Jamie Gillespie on Mar 4, 2020 9:46:15 AM

Sometimes companies try to sell you on their product or service by telling you about all of the benefits it provides. That's great, but sometimes it's better know the actual facts about a product. 

If something is supposedly durable or long-lasting, you want to know what it is about the product that makes it so. Otherwise, you might be skeptical of the validity of such claims.

In today's article, we're explaining exactly what it is about urethane cement that provides all of the benefits you've heard about. Let's dive in. 

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Topics: Urethane Coatings

6 Flooring Challenges Dairy Farmers Face... And the Solutions!

Posted by Jamie Gillespie on Jan 23, 2019 1:56:00 PM

It's no surprise that cows are a dairy farmer's main concern. After all, if dairy farming is your livelihood, then it's important to take care of the animals that produce the main ingredient of all dairy products.

However, cows are not the only essential part of an effective and efficient dairy farm. Flooring is a major component. The right flooring can lay the groundwork for successful farming, and consequently, the wrong flooring can introduce serious problems to your farming. 

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Topics: Work Safety, Industrial Floor Coatings, Urethane Coatings

A Guide to Urethane Cement

Posted by Jamie Gillespie on Nov 14, 2018 1:58:00 PM

Urethane cement creates a durable and professional commercial flooring solution that lasts for decades.

If you're looking to improve or replace your traditional concrete flooring with a tough, chemical-resistant alternative, here's what you need to know about urethane cement.

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Topics: Urethane Coatings

2 Quick Tips for a Successful Urethane Floor Installation

Posted by Jamie Gillespie on Oct 10, 2018 11:38:00 AM

Urethane is an excellent floor coating option for commercial and industrial projects alike. A few coats of polyurethane protects an industrial manufacturing facility’s floor, providing a smooth durable finish that has superior resistance to corrosion, abrasion, and chemical exposure.

When applying a urethane coating for any project — be it DIY or a professionally-installed industrial floor coating — there are certain maxims to keep in mind. Pay attention to these two key tips for installing a urethane floor coating in order to get the best results possible:

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Topics: Urethane Coatings

Why Epoxy Flooring Works for Modern Data Centers?

Posted by Jamie Gillespie on Apr 25, 2018 9:40:00 AM

We know how important environmental control is for data centers, from carefully regulated air temperatures and humidity levels to two-roof systems to prevent the possibility of leaks onto sensitive equipment. Whether you’re building a new facility or transforming an outdated data center to meet today’s standards, you’ll want to invest in flooring that helps control the environment and protects equipment.

If your facility has concrete flooring, installing an epoxy coating is an economical option that offers several major benefits.

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Topics: Epoxy Coatings

Moisture Vapor Barrier Coatings for New Construction

Posted by Jamie Gillespie on Feb 14, 2018 9:26:00 AM

Whether your crew is building a new industrial or retail facility, or if you’re constructing homes with slab foundations, you know the difficulties of getting concrete to cure properly. It can be a time-consuming process, especially when you’re dealing with extreme temperatures, precipitation, or even excessive wind.

Unfortunately, excessive moisture rising from new concrete—as part of the curing process or because of excessive moisture from beneath the foundation—can cause a host of problems in a completed structure.

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Topics: Industrial Floor Coatings

Will Staining Concrete Floors Add Value to Your Facility?

Posted by Jamie Gillespie on Nov 27, 2017 12:05:36 PM

Choosing the right industrial flooring requires balancing long-term value with daily performance. Although often overlooked, commercial concrete staining can be a good choice, offering a durable, budget-friendly solution for the right environment. 

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Topics: Industrial Floor Coatings, Concrete Polishing

Durable Flooring for Auto Repair Shops

Posted by Jamie Gillespie on Aug 9, 2017 8:13:00 AM

If you manage an auto repair shop, you know the physical demands your work places on your facility. When it comes to flooring, you want something that’s going to withstand the daily rigors of mechanic work and doesn’t need to be replaced every couple of years or so.

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Topics: Epoxy Coatings

Flooring Options for Today’s Competitive Grocery Store

Posted by Jamie Gillespie on Jun 28, 2017 7:45:00 AM

The expansion of European grocery chain Lidl into the US starting this June is projected to make the already-competitive grocery industry even more strained. Grocers such as Lidl as well as Aldi and even Walmart’s Neighborhood Market now offer organic products at very low prices, and they’re updating the aesthetics of their stores to appeal to customers who are used to high-end chains such as Whole Foods.

Customers are no longer choosing either quality products or affordability; they’re learning they can expect it all in one store.

If you’re looking to keep your independent grocery store or chain competitive in today’s market, you’ll want to make sure your store looks modern and attractive while also keeping costs down.

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Topics: Epoxy Coatings, USDA Approved Flooring, Concrete Polishing