Materials and finishes for resins (roller)

The large family of roller-based resins includes very different products: polyurethane enamels, water-based epoxies, reinforced acrylic finishes, and two-component systems . The common denominator is the application method—roller or brush—and the limited thickness, but the performance varies considerably.

Epoxy resins (often two-component) guarantee high mechanical and chemical resistance: they are suitable for garage floors, laboratories, workspaces, and areas where carts, cars, and equipment are stored. They can be solvent- or water-based; water-based versions, increasingly popular, allow for installation with lower odors and more manageable re-entry times in residential environments.

Polyurethane resins offer good resistance to abrasion and UV rays, an important aspect in environments exposed to direct sunlight or in spaces with large windows. They are often used as protective finishes over decorative systems (for example, over trowelled resins or microcements) or as finishing enamels on floors and technical surfaces.

Reinforced acrylic finishes and high-performance single-component products represent an interesting middle ground for semi-residential spaces: cellars, laundries, hobby rooms, and small home workshops. They are easier to manage, but less "extreme" in performance than industrial cycles.

From an aesthetic point of view, roller resins can be:

• Matte , for a technical but sober effect, which better masks small defects and dirt.

• Satin , with a slight reflection that makes the surfaces appear “cleaner” to the eye.

• Shiny , more scenic but also more “sincere” in showing scratches and imperfections.

Non-slip versions exist, obtained by adding fillers or micro-grits, particularly useful in humid environments, ramps, outdoor access areas, and areas where oils or liquids may be present. In these cases, aesthetics and safety are balanced, avoiding surfaces that are too "glassy."

Another key factor in choosing the right floor covering is tone : gray resins in varying shades, beige, and neutral colors, but also brighter hues (red, blue, green) to delineate areas, aisles, or simply add character to a technical space. In many cases, solid, uniform colors are chosen that clearly redesign the space compared to the previous floor.

Roller resin is not just any paint you can apply to a floor: it's a system consisting of a base coat, a possible intermediate layer, and a finish, chosen based on the type of substrate, the intended use, and the desired aesthetic result.