--- title: "CPC Floor Coatings: Blog | Jeremy Gillespie (3)" description: Jeremy Gillespie is the President of Carolina Painting Company, which has been serving industries in the Southeast since 1968. (3) --- - [Knowledge Base](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com) - [(864) 855-0600](https://www.cpcfloorcoatings.com/contact/) [![LOGO-update.png](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/hs-fs/hubfs/LOGO-update.png?width=319&height=58&name=LOGO-update.png "LOGO-update.png")](https://www.cpcfloorcoatings.com/) - Industries We Serve - [Medical Manufacturing](https://www.cpcfloorcoatings.com/medical-manufacturing/) - [Pharmaceutical Manufacturing](https://www.cpcfloorcoatings.com/why-choose-us/pharmaceutical-manufacturing-plants/) - [Food & Beverage](https://www.cpcfloorcoatings.com/why-choose-us/food-grade-floor-coatings-for-food-processing/) - [Chemical Manufacturing](https://www.cpcfloorcoatings.com/specialty-coatings/extreme-chemical-resistant/) - [General Manufacturing](https://www.cpcfloorcoatings.com/why-choose-us/general-manufacturing/) - [Commercial & Retail](https://www.cpcfloorcoatings.com/why-choose-us/commercial-grade-flooring-systems/) - [Stadiums & Arenas](https://www.cpcfloorcoatings.com/why-choose-us/concrete-deck-waterproofing-stadiums/) - [Parking Garages](https://www.cpcfloorcoatings.com/why-choose-us/specialty-floor-coatings-for-parking-garages/) - [Warehouses](https://www.cpcfloorcoatings.com/why-choose-us/warehouse-flooring-solutions/) - [Wastewater Treatment](https://www.cpcfloorcoatings.com/why-choose-us/wastewater-treatment/) - [Specialty Coatings](https://www.cpcfloorcoatings.com/specialty-coatings/) - [Epoxy](https://www.cpcfloorcoatings.com/specialty-coatings/epoxy/) - [Urethane](https://www.cpcfloorcoatings.com/specialty-coatings/urethane/) - [Slip Resistant](https://www.cpcfloorcoatings.com/specialty-coatings/slip-resistant/) - [Moisture Vapor Control](https://www.cpcfloorcoatings.com/specialty-coatings/moisture-vapor-control/) - [Extreme Chemical Resistant Flooring](https://www.cpcfloorcoatings.com/specialty-coatings/extreme-chemical-resistant/) - [USDA Approved](https://www.cpcfloorcoatings.com/specialty-coatings/usda-approved/) - [Electrostatic Dissipative (ESD)](https://www.cpcfloorcoatings.com/specialty-coatings/electrostatic-dissipative-esd/) - [Concrete Polishing](https://www.cpcfloorcoatings.com/concrete-polishing/) - [Concrete Caulking & Repair](https://www.cpcfloorcoatings.com/concrete-polishing/concrete-caulking-repair/) - [Our Polishing Method](https://www.cpcfloorcoatings.com/concrete-polishing/our-method/) - [New Construction](https://www.cpcfloorcoatings.com/industrial-flooring-contractors/) - [Commercial Grade Floor Coatings](https://www.cpcfloorcoatings.com/why-choose-us/commercial-grade-flooring-systems/) - [Parking Garages](https://www.cpcfloorcoatings.com/why-choose-us/specialty-floor-coatings-for-parking-garages/) - [Painting Services](https://www.cpcfloorcoatings.com/painting-services/) - [Why Choose Us](https://www.cpcfloorcoatings.com/why-choose-us/) - [Our Method](https://www.cpcfloorcoatings.com/specialty-coatings/our-method/) - [Our Work](https://www.cpcfloorcoatings.com/our-work/) - [Request a Quote](https://www.cpcfloorcoatings.com/contact/) # CPC Floor Coatings Blog ## Jeremy Gillespie Jeremy Gillespie is the President of Carolina Painting Company, which has been serving industries in the Southeast since 1968. ### Recent Posts ## [The Importance of Hiring Experienced Epoxy Flooring Contractors](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/the-importance-of-hiring-experienced-epoxy-flooring-contractors) Posted by [Jeremy Gillespie](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/author/jeremy-gillespie) on Jul 12, 2017, 8:04:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Photo Dec 17, 5 10 48 PM.jpg](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/hubfs/blog/Photo%20Dec%2017%2c%205%2010%2048%20PM.jpg)](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/the-importance-of-hiring-experienced-epoxy-flooring-contractors) There are a myriad of reasons to consider an [epoxy floor coating](https://www.cpcfloorcoatings.com/specialty-coatings/epoxy/) for your industrial or commercial facility—including superior durability, ease of sanitation, and [pleasing aesthetics](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/better-than-paint-3-colorful-industrial-floor-coatings). While epoxy’s long life makes it a cost-effective flooring solution, it does include some initial upfront cost. You may be tempted to save some money by installing the epoxy coating yourself, or hiring unqualified help to install it for you. After all, there are plenty of do-it-yourself kits designed for home garages—why not try to DIY it on a larger scale? As it turns out, applying an epoxy floor coating is not an easy process as it may initially seem, and a seemingly simple mistake could undermine your entire investment.   Here’s why it pays to hire an experienced epoxy flooring contractor: [Read More](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/the-importance-of-hiring-experienced-epoxy-flooring-contractors) 2 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/the-importance-of-hiring-experienced-epoxy-flooring-contractors#comments-listing) Topics: [Epoxy Coatings](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/topic/epoxy-coatings) ## [Epoxy Flooring for Car Dealership Showrooms](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/epoxy-flooring-for-car-dealership-showrooms) Posted by [Jeremy Gillespie](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/author/jeremy-gillespie) on Jul 5, 2017, 8:21:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![car showroom flooring.jpg](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/hubfs/Blog_Pictures/car%20showroom%20flooring.jpg)](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/epoxy-flooring-for-car-dealership-showrooms) If you manage an automotive showroom, you know that every detail counts when it comes to impressing a customer. A stained, cracked, or aging floor reflects badly on your company and distracts from cars you’re working to sell. An attractive and well-maintained floor, on the other hand, can help create the ambiance you’re trying to create—whether that’s a sense of luxury, elegance, or modern simplicity. Of course, a car showroom floor takes a lot of abuse over its lifetime, too, having to endure vehicle and foot traffic. So you need a flooring solution that’s both beautiful *and* durable.   [Read More](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/epoxy-flooring-for-car-dealership-showrooms) 3 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/epoxy-flooring-for-car-dealership-showrooms#comments-listing) Topics: [Epoxy Coatings](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/topic/epoxy-coatings) ## [Metallic Epoxy Floors for Businesses](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/metallic-epoxy-floors-for-businesses) Posted by [Jeremy Gillespie](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/author/jeremy-gillespie) on Jun 21, 2017, 9:48:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/hubfs/blog/Metallic%20Satin%20Bronze%203.jpg)](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/metallic-epoxy-floors-for-businesses) Looking for a unique way to impress customers and make your business’s physical space stand out? A metallic epoxy floor coating will transform a boring concrete slab into an attention-grabbing work of art. Offering all the [practical features of regular epoxy flooring](https://www.cpcfloorcoatings.com/specialty-coatings/epoxy/) (such as high durability and longevity), these specialty coatings use pigments and other additives to create a number of visual effects, including: - A satiny, metallic shimmer - Glitter or reflective quartz-like flakes - Two-toned swirls or ripples for a 3D water effect - Subtle, multi-color tones that look like polished marble - Bold patterns that look like galaxies or moon craters Colorful, high-contrast designs can dress up a science center or art gallery, while a subtle shimmer can add elegance to a high-end car dealerships, salon, or premium retail center. No matter what pattern is created, the floor still maintains a smooth, high-gloss surface. [Read More](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/metallic-epoxy-floors-for-businesses) 3 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/metallic-epoxy-floors-for-businesses#comments-listing) Topics: [Epoxy Coatings](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/topic/epoxy-coatings) ## [How Paint and Floor Coatings Can Make Your Parking Garage Safer](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/how-paint-and-floor-coatings-can-make-your-parking-garage-safer) Posted by [Jeremy Gillespie](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/author/jeremy-gillespie) on Jun 14, 2017, 10:31:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![parking garage safety coatings and paint.jpg](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/hubfs/Blog_Pictures/parking%20garage%20safety%20coatings%20and%20paint.jpg)](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/how-paint-and-floor-coatings-can-make-your-parking-garage-safer) Ever walk through a dark and dingy parking garage at night? It’s not a situation most of us feel safe or comfortable in. But if you manage a parking garage as part of your academic campus, medical facility, or shopping center, keep in mind that the state of your garage directly affects how secure your customers or clients feel when visiting you! You want to keep the people who patronize your business safe. A simple renovation step that can improve the perceived and actual safety of your garage is to apply new paint and a protective floor coating. Here’s why it makes a difference: [Read More](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/how-paint-and-floor-coatings-can-make-your-parking-garage-safer) 2 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/how-paint-and-floor-coatings-can-make-your-parking-garage-safer#comments-listing) Topics: [Work Safety](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/topic/work-safety), [Industrial Floor Coatings](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/topic/industrial-floor-coatings) ## [Epoxy Flooring: a Practical Solution for Pet Shelters](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/epoxy-flooring-a-practical-solution-for-pet-shelters) Posted by [Jeremy Gillespie](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/author/jeremy-gillespie) on Jun 7, 2017, 7:27:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![golden-retreiver-926732\_640.jpg](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/hubfs/blog/golden-retreiver-926732_640.jpg)](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/epoxy-flooring-a-practical-solution-for-pet-shelters) Everyone loves stories of homeless dogs and cats finding their forever homes. When you manage a pet shelter, you know how rewarding this is—but you also know the many, many hours of hard work that go into caring for animals to make these stories possible. Running a pet shelter is difficult work on many levels, and you want your facility to make it easier to keep pets happy and healthy. If your pet shelter facility already has concrete flooring, an epoxy coating can be a cost-effective flooring solution with many practical benefits. Here’s how epoxy flooring can make your job just a little easier: [Read More](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/epoxy-flooring-a-practical-solution-for-pet-shelters) 4 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/epoxy-flooring-a-practical-solution-for-pet-shelters#comments-listing) Topics: [Epoxy Coatings](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/topic/epoxy-coatings) ## [Wet vs. Dry Concrete Polishing](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/wet-vs.-dry-concrete-polishing) Posted by [Jeremy Gillespie](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/author/jeremy-gillespie) on May 24, 2017, 3:46:49 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![High-gloss concrete polishing](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/hubfs/Blog_Pictures/high%20gloss%20concrete%20polishing.jpg)](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/wet-vs.-dry-concrete-polishing) Concrete polishing is an efficient and economical way to beautify and strengthen a concrete floor. Not only does the attractive shine [improve the floor’s aesthetics](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/better-than-paint-3-colorful-industrial-floor-coatings), but the mechanical process of grinding and smoothing the floor actually increases the concrete’s strength. There are two major methods for polishing: “dry” and “wet.” Though similar in principle, there are a few differences, and each offers distinct advantages. [Read More](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/wet-vs.-dry-concrete-polishing) 3 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/wet-vs.-dry-concrete-polishing#comments-listing) Topics: [Concrete Polishing](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/topic/concrete-polishing) ## [USDA-Compliant Floor Coatings for Coffee Roasters and Craft Breweries](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/usda-compliant-floor-coatings-for-coffee-roasters-and-craft-breweries) Posted by [Jeremy Gillespie](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/author/jeremy-gillespie) on May 3, 2017, 1:34:04 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/hubfs/Blog_Pictures/Coffee%20roaster%20USDA%20compliance.jpg)](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/usda-compliant-floor-coatings-for-coffee-roasters-and-craft-breweries) Though humankind has been enjoying coffee for centuries and beer for millennia, recent decades have seen a renewed interest in the small-scale production of both. If you’ve always wanted to venture into the world of small-batch coffee roasting or craft brewing, now’s a great time to do it! There’s so much that goes into preparing a microroasting or a microbrewing facility, not the least of which includes making sure your building complies with USDA regulations. If your building already has a concrete floor, an epoxy or urethane coating is a simple and effective flooring solution that will help you stay in compliance. [Read More](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/usda-compliant-floor-coatings-for-coffee-roasters-and-craft-breweries) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/usda-compliant-floor-coatings-for-coffee-roasters-and-craft-breweries#comments-listing) Topics: [Urethane Coatings](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/topic/urethane-coatings), [Epoxy Coatings](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/topic/epoxy-coatings), [USDA Approved Flooring](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/topic/usda-approved-flooring) ## [Epoxy Flooring for Commercial Dog Kennels](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/epoxy-flooring-for-commercial-dog-kennels) Posted by [Jeremy Gillespie](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/author/jeremy-gillespie) on Apr 18, 2017, 9:41:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/hubfs/blog/husky%20dog%20kennel%20floor.jpg)](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/epoxy-flooring-for-commercial-dog-kennels) If you run a commercial dog kennel, pet hotel or other boarding facility, you know the challenge of keeping dozens of dogs happy and healthy at a time, AND giving pet parents peace of mind about their fur babies. You’ve already got your hands full with the day-to-day activities, so you want your facility’s design to make your life easier, not harder. When it comes to flooring, an epoxy coating can be a great ally in keeping your facility clean, sanitary and cheerful. Here are four benefits of epoxy flooring for dog kennels: [Read More](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/epoxy-flooring-for-commercial-dog-kennels) 8 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/epoxy-flooring-for-commercial-dog-kennels#comments-listing) Topics: [Epoxy Coatings](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/topic/epoxy-coatings) [Previous](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/author/jeremy-gillespie/page/2) [All posts](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/all) ### Subscribe to Email Updates ### Recent Posts ### Posts by Topic - [Industrial Floor Coatings (35)](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/topic/industrial-floor-coatings) - [Epoxy Coatings (32)](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/topic/epoxy-coatings) - [Concrete Polishing (24)](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/topic/concrete-polishing) - [Urethane Coatings (16)](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/topic/urethane-coatings) - [Work Safety (14)](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/topic/work-safety) - [Surface Preparation (8)](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/topic/surface-preparation) - [USDA Approved Flooring (7)](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/topic/usda-approved-flooring) - [Insider (5)](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/topic/insider) - [Troubleshooting (4)](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/topic/troubleshooting) - [Concrete Stain (3)](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/topic/concrete-stain) - [Electrostatic Dissipative Flooring (2)](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/topic/electrostatic-dissipative-flooring) - [Recent Work (1)](https://info.cpcfloorcoatings.com/topic/recent-work) see all ### Get our Monthly Newsletter ©2026 CPC Floor Coatings. 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