Epoxy and concrete floor contractors specializing in
Protecting Ontario floors for over 15 years
For over 15 years, Sterling Surfaces has helped Ontario facilities protect, preserve and upgrade the concrete floors they walk, park and work on every day. We apply epoxy and urethane cement coatings and polish concrete for commercial and industrial facilities across the Greater Toronto Area and Ontario. Every floor is specified from a documented site assessment with moisture testing, applied to the manufacturer's data sheets and phased around your operations.
First, coat your floors for savings. Bare concrete dusts, absorbs oil and chemicals and spalls at the joints. A specified coating or polish seals the slab and takes the abuse, so you avoid the cost of extra cleaning, floor repairs and concrete replacement caused by:
Second, a protective floor changes how a facility reads. Light-reflective finishes cut lighting load, marked aisles and hazard zones keep people and forklifts apart, and seamless coved floors pass the audits that food, beverage and pharmaceutical facilities face. Sterling Surfaces offers high gloss, semi-gloss and matte finishes, with slip-resistant texture wherever the floor gets wet.
Beyond the floor itself, you get a written assessment report and specification before any work starts, so you know what is going down, why, and how long it will last.
Compare systemsIndustrial epoxy for warehouses, production floors and docks.
Urethane cement and novolac where ordinary epoxy fails.
The substrate work that decides whether a floor lasts.
Densified, polished slabs for distribution and commercial space.
Durable striping that survives forklifts.
Waterproof, salt-resistant decks for commercial parking structures.
Where every project starts.
Keep the floor in service and the warranty valid.
The right system depends on traffic, chemical exposure, slab moisture and how long you can be down. The assessment settles it.
| System | Best for | Strengths | Limits | Return to service |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High-build epoxy | Warehouses, production floors, mechanical rooms | Lowest cost per sq ft, strong adhesion, easy to clean | Yellows under UV without a topcoat | 3 to 5 days |
| Epoxy with urethane topcoat | Forklift aisles, shops, daylight areas | Abrasion and scratch resistance, colour stable | Adds a day | 3 to 5 days |
| Polyaspartic | Fast-track jobs, retail, light industrial | Cures in hours, UV stable, works in cold | Higher material cost, thinner build | 24 hours |
| Urethane cement | Food and beverage, kitchens, breweries, wash bays | Thermal shock, hot washdown, acids and sugars, moisture tolerant | Highest cost, limited colours | 24 to 48 hours |
| Novolac epoxy | Chemical storage, battery rooms, process areas | Concentrated acids, caustics, solvents | Amber tint, needs a topcoat in impact zones | 3 to 5 days |
| Polished concrete | Distribution centres, showrooms, corridors | Nothing to wear through, lowest lifetime maintenance | Not for chemical or wet process areas | Immediate |
| Traffic coating | Parking decks, ramps, loading areas | Waterproof, flexible, salt resistant | Needs recoat every 5 to 7 years in drive lanes | 24 to 72 hours |
Generator room · epoxy with safety curb
Mechanical room · high-build epoxy
Fuel storage · containment coating
Service shop · flake broadcast
Commercial corridor · polished concrete
Equipment room · coated curbs and pitsFood and beverage · urethane cement (concept)
Commercial · polished concrete (concept)Moisture testing, substrate condition, exposure review and downtime windows. You receive a written report.
Prep method, system build, cure times and a fixed price. Alternates priced where it helps your budget.
Mechanical prep, repairs, then the system, zoned so your facility keeps running. Nights, weekends and shutdowns.
Return-to-service schedule, maintenance guide, warranty documents and a follow-up inspection.
“The warehouse looks brighter, cleaner, and more professional. The new floor has made a noticeable difference to the space.”
“Clear communication from the initial walkthrough to the final inspection. We always knew what was happening next.”
“Sterling Surfaces worked around our operating schedule and kept the project organized from start to finish.”
“They took the time to understand how we use our facility before recommending a flooring system.”
“The preparation was thorough, and the attention to detail shows in the finished floor.”
“Our concrete floor was worn and difficult to maintain. The space now looks clean and well cared for.”
“A professional crew that respected our site, followed our requirements, and kept us informed.”
“The new floor markings have made our warehouse layout clearer for both staff and visitors.”
“We needed a practical floor for a busy commercial space. The finished result looks great and is easier to clean.”
“The quote clearly explained the scope, preparation, and installation process. That made planning much easier.”
“The polished concrete has completely refreshed the space. It’s a clean, professional finish that suits our building.”
“They coordinated well with the other trades and kept us updated as the project progressed.”
“What stood out was their responsiveness. Questions were answered promptly, and we felt comfortable throughout the project.”
“The edges, transitions, and finishing details were handled carefully. The whole floor looks consistent.”
“Sterling Surfaces helped us understand the options without making the decision more complicated than it needed to be.”
“Our service area needed an upgrade, and the new coating has given it a much more professional appearance.”
“The crew kept the work area organized and provided clear instructions for putting the floor back into service.”
“We’re pleased with the finished floor and the way the project was managed. We would work with Sterling Surfaces again.”
Standard epoxy returns to foot traffic in about 24 hours and forklift traffic in 3 to 5 days. Polyaspartic and urethane cement can return in 24 to 48 hours. We phase by zone so the whole floor is never down at once.
Moisture vapour through the slab is the leading cause of coating failure. Relative humidity testing tells us whether a standard system will hold or a mitigation layer is required.
Polished concrete wins in dry, high-traffic areas: nothing to wear through and the lowest lifetime maintenance. Epoxy or urethane cement wins wherever there is chemical exposure, wet process or washdown. Many facilities use both.
Yes. Most industrial work is done nights, weekends or during planned shutdowns, in zones agreed with your maintenance or operations lead.
Nothing. The site assessment and written report are free for commercial and industrial facilities in the Greater Toronto Area. Other Ontario locations on request.
No. Sterling Surfaces works on commercial and industrial facilities only.
Greater Toronto Area first. Other Ontario locations on request.
