Epoxy Self-Leveling (self-leveling epoxy floor coating system)

What is Epoxy Self-Leveling?

Epoxy Self-Leveling is a self-leveling epoxy floor coating system. When the coating is poured onto the floor, the epoxy flows and levels itself smoothly, giving a surface that is smooth, glossy and seamless, with an even thickness across the whole floor.

Unlike roller-applied Epoxy Coating, which is only 0.1–0.5 mm thick, a Self-Leveling system is poured and spread to a thickness of 1–5 mm, giving a smoother, more durable surface that looks far more upscale.

This system is very popular in areas with demanding requirements, such as food production plants, hospitals, labs and luxury showrooms, because it gives a clean, non-porous surface that is very easy to clean.

How does Epoxy Self-Leveling differ from roller-applied Epoxy Coating?

Each system has advantages in different situations. This table will help you choose the right one:

Rule of thumb: for a very smooth, glossy, hygienic floor suited to GMP/HACCP facilities → Self-Leveling | for a tighter budget and fast installation → roller-applied Epoxy Coating

Smooth, even, seamless Epoxy Self-Leveling surface

Key properties of Epoxy Self-Leveling

Choosing the right Epoxy Self-Leveling thickness

The thickness of an Epoxy Self-Leveling floor directly affects its durability and cost, so choose it to match how the floor will actually be used:

Tip: for food plants that must meet GMP, we recommend a minimum thickness of 2–3 mm so the surface is dense enough to stand up to high-pressure steam cleaning and strong disinfectants over the long term.

Smooth, attractive Epoxy Self-Leveling floor in an industrial plant

Areas suited to Epoxy Self-Leveling

Food, beverage and pharmaceutical plants

A non-porous, seamless Self-Leveling floor suits GMP/HACCP requirements, withstands strong cleaning agents and disinfectants, and helps prevent the build-up of mold or bacteria that could contaminate products. Suited to plants that must pass Thai FDA inspections or audits following international guidelines.

Hospitals and healthcare facilities

The smooth, seamless surface can be disinfected thoroughly and withstands hospital disinfectants and cleaning agents. It resists absorbing stains and odors, which suits operating rooms, ICU patient rooms and other areas that need strict sanitation.

Labs, cleanrooms and cold rooms

Cleanrooms need floors that shed as few particles as possible, and a completely smooth, dense Self-Leveling floor meets this need well. For cold rooms, special formulations are available that withstand low temperatures and rapid temperature changes.

High-spec car parks and parking areas

A 3–5 mm Self-Leveling floor stands up well to cars and trucks, has an attractive glossy finish, and makes oil and tire marks easy to clean. Suited to car parks at hotels, shopping malls and high-end condominiums.

High-end showrooms, shops and offices

The glossy surface of Self-Leveling gives a luxurious, modern look, and it reflects light to make the space feel larger. Colors can be matched to your brand theme, which suits car showrooms, boutiques and upscale offices.

Epoxy Self-Leveling system build-up, layer by layer

A Self-Leveling system built to specification is made up of layers that work together. Every layer matters, and none can be skipped:

Epoxy Primer — deep-penetrating base coat

Very low viscosity, so it penetrates deep into the pores of the concrete for strong adhesion and seals the pores before the Self-Leveling layer is poured, helping to prevent air bubbles that would leave pits and spoil the look of the floor.

Epoxy Self-Leveling Body — the poured main layer

Epoxy parts A+B are mixed at a precise ratio, poured onto the floor and spread with a leveling trowel, and the material then flows and levels itself. The thickness of this layer is set to your requirements (1–5 mm).

Anti-Slip Treatment — added slip resistance (optional)

Quartz sand or EPDM granules are broadcast onto the surface while it is still wet to increase friction, especially in areas that are often wet, such as washing areas, cold rooms and factory walkways.

Epoxy Top Coat — final surface coat

The final coat strengthens the surface, resists scratches and chemicals, and adds a high gloss. Choose the gloss level you need. Allow 24–48 hours of curing before foot traffic.

Epoxy Self-Leveling installation steps

Pouring Self-Leveling takes a high level of skill, because the material sets quickly and cannot be corrected once poured. The DMH Groups team works through these steps:

1. Inspect and prepare the surfaceMeasure the moisture in the concrete (it must not exceed 4%), grind the floor with a diamond grinder or shot-blast it to open up the concrete surface, then repair cracks and level areas with large height differences.
2. Apply 1–2 coats of Epoxy PrimerApply the primer evenly over the whole area and allow 4–8 hours to dry. Highly absorbent floors may need 2 coats. This step determines how well the Self-Leveling layer will bond.
3. Mix and pour the Self-Leveling layerMix epoxy parts A+B with a low-speed mixer at the exact specified ratio, pour onto the floor and spread with a trowel. The material levels itself within 10–20 minutes, so the work must be fast and continuous.
4. Remove air bubbles with a spike rollerRun a spike roller over the surface while it is still wet to release air trapped beneath it, helping to prevent pits or bumps once it dries. This step is critical to a high-quality finish.
5. Apply the top coat and inspect the workLet the body coat dry for 12–24 hours before applying the top coat. Allow 24–48 hours of curing before foot traffic and 7 days before heavy use. The work is quality-checked and handed over with warranty documents.

Epoxy Self-Leveling: advantages and things to know

The DMH Groups crew pouring Epoxy Self-Leveling

See the material specifications used in this system: Epoxy Self-Leveling, poured and spread

Want to compare Self-Leveling with the other epoxy systems before you decide? See a summary of all 3 systems: Epoxy flooring: which system to choose — Coating · Self-Leveling · Anti-Static