Designing Attractive, Hygienic Flooring for Pharmaceutical Production

The Challenge: Upgrading an Uneven Concrete Substrate in a Critical Pharmaceutical Setting

This pharmaceutical facility required a highly durable, decorative and seamless flooring solution suitable for cleanroom-level hygiene. Resin flooring technology incorporating coloured quartz aggregates offered a practical approach, providing both aesthetic appeal and long-term performance for industrial and commercial environments where appearance and functionality are essential.

The existing concrete substrate was uneven and out of specification, making it unsuitable for sensitive pharmaceutical production processes. Designers and specialist contractors recommended applying a pumped industrial sub-base prior to the surface finish to ensure a level, stable foundation.

A protein-free, flowable cementitious compound was used to level the concrete and achieve the required profile. Typically laid from 7mm to 50mm in a single application, this provided a fast, economical method of refurbishing the substrate. Once levelled, the surface was mechanically prepared using diamond grinding to create a key, and then primed with Resuprime MVT, a moisture-tolerant liquid damp-proof membrane.

The Solution: Installing a Durable, Decorative Quartz Resin System for Cleanroom-Level Hygiene

Following priming, the main screed, Resuflor Q Screed, was applied at 5mm using a steel float and trowel. Coloured quartz granules bound in a clear epoxy resin provided a visually appealing, decorative finish while delivering excellent durability and impact resistance.

Hygienic coving was incorporated to create seamless transitions from floor to wall, allowing areas to be sterilised and cleaned easily, and ensuring the high hygiene standards required for pharmaceutical production.

Once the Resuflor Q Screed was installed, the surface was grouted using Resuprime GC, a clear resin sealer, and finished with Resupen WB Matt Clear. This final layer provided a contemporary matt appearance and enhanced scratch and abrasion resistance, ensuring the system remained attractive and durable over time.

The flooring system was applied across main production areas, testing laboratories, and all connecting corridors, creating a consistent and hygienic environment throughout the facility.

The Result: A Seamless, Hygienic, Decorative Flooring System That Enhanced Pharmaceutical Facility Performance

The completed installation delivered a seamless, hygienic and decorative flooring solution with exceptional detail. The result enhanced both the aesthetics and operational performance of the facility, providing a durable, easy-to-clean surface that supports high hygiene standards and long-term productivity.