Installing Seamless, Food-Safe, Anti-Slip Flooring for a Brewery Expansion

The Challenge: Specifying Hygienic, Durable Brewery Flooring Built to Withstand Production Demands

Founded in 2003, Peak Ales has built a strong reputation for award-winning craft beers including Swift Nick, Bakewell Best, Chatsworth Gold and Noggin Filler. Based in the Peak District, the brewery expanded operations after outgrowing its original premises in 2012, relocating to a larger facility to support continued growth.

As production increased and plans were developed for a pilot brewery and future gin distillery, the company required a flooring solution capable of supporting brewing, barrelling and associated processing activities. The environment presented multiple technical challenges. Floors needed to meet stringent food industry hygiene standards while preventing contamination and microbial growth. Any system installed had to eliminate the risk of liquid ingress between the substrate and screed, which could compromise hygiene and structural performance.

In addition to hygiene, the floor was required to withstand heavy machinery, the frequent movement of barrels and ongoing exposure to sugars, cleaning chemicals and thermal shock. Rapid temperature fluctuations during brewing processes, combined with aggressive daily washdowns, demanded a resilient, impervious and non-slip surface suitable for long-term industrial use.

The Solution: Polyurethane Screed Flooring for Seamless, Food-Safe Performance in Breweries

Following a detailed site assessment, Sherwin-Williams recommended the FasTop™ TG69 polyurethane screed system for installation throughout the production areas. Designed specifically for demanding food and beverage environments, FasTop TG69 delivers a monolithic, seamless finish that prevents water and fluids from penetrating between the floor surface and substrate. Installation was completed by specialist contractor Monarch Flooring Services.

The heavy-duty polyurethane screed provides excellent resistance to thermal shock, chemical attack from sugars and cleaning agents, and mechanical impact from equipment and barrel handling. Its anti-slip surface enhances operational safety in wet production zones, while the seamless construction supports effective cleaning and helps maintain consistent hygiene standards.

FasTop TG69 also meets the requirements of ISO 22916 for antimicrobial performance, reinforcing its suitability for regulated food production facilities. With high compressive strength and proven durability under heavy loads, the system is engineered to withstand the full operational demands of a busy and expanding brewery.

The Results: Long-Term, Impervious Flooring Performance for Brewing and Beyond

The completed installation has provided Peak Ales with a seamless, impervious and highly durable production floor capable of supporting its continued growth. The polyurethane screed prevents liquid ingress and protects the substrate from damage, helping to maintain high hygiene standards across brewing and barrelling areas.

Its resistance to thermal cycling, aggressive cleaning regimes and chemical spillages ensures consistent performance under demanding daily conditions. The anti-slip surface improves operator safety, while the floor’s strength enables it to withstand the weight and movement of barrels and heavy equipment operating at full capacity.

As a result, the brewery now benefits from a robust, food-safe resin screed solution that supports efficient production, reduces long-term maintenance risk and provides a reliable foundation for future developments, including pilot brewing and potential distilling operations.