Floor Coating Delamination
Delamination is when the coating separates from the substrate — usually a moisture or preparation issue. It signals a bond failure that cannot be patched over. Every slab is different, so recommendations depend on an on-site evaluation — we do not diagnose specific floors from photos alone.
Common causes
- Moisture drive through the slab
- Insufficient preparation before coating
- Contaminated or incompatible primer
How we approach it
- Remove delaminated coating
- Test moisture and mitigate
- Reinstall with matched primer and system
Preparation
- On-site evaluation of the concrete and any existing coating
- Moisture and adhesion testing where warranted
- Full mechanical preparation before any new material is installed
- Compatible repair materials for cracks, spalls, and pits
Frequently asked
Can we save a delaminated floor?
The delaminated coating cannot stay. The substrate can usually be prepared and recoated once the root cause is addressed.
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