Are you struggling with moisture spots or dirt build-up between the joints of your kitchen walls? Acrylic wall coating forms a seamless, liquid-proof layer that meets the strictest haccp standards. Find out how you can stay compliant with all hygiene regulations with this quick renovation.
The advantages of wall coating over traditional tiling
In many professional kitchens, you will still find traditional tiles on the walls. While tiles themselves are easy to clean, grouting is often a major problem. Grouts are porous and, over time, attract grease, moisture and dirt. This is the ideal place for bacteria and fungi to grow.
Acrylic wall coating from Malema Coatings completely solves this problem. Unlike tiling, this coating is completely seamless. There are no gaps or holes where dirt can hide. The result is a smooth and sleek surface that you can get fresh and hygienic again in no time.
Meet the strictest haccp standards
In the food industry and catering sector, rules around hygiene are very strict. Inspections pay close attention to the condition of your walls and floors. A wall finish that is liquid-proof and does not absorb dirt is therefore essential to comply with legislation. For a complete hygienic finish, this is often combined with a liquid-tight Pucem floor.
With a seamless wall finish, you avoid fines and ensure the safety of the products you prepare. This coating has been specially developed to meet all food safety requirements. The material repels bacteria and withstands the daily stresses of a busy kitchen environment.
Quick renovation without stopping production
Many business owners put off renovations because they don't want to shut down for long. After all, in the hospitality and industrial sectors, downtime means immediate loss of turnover. The big advantage of acrylic is its extremely short processing time. We also see this fast curing process in a PMMA floor, allowing a total space to be renovated quickly.
How fast can the coating be applied
Acrylic is known for its fast curing. While other paint systems or tile adhesives take days to dry, this wall coating is often fully loadable within just two hours of application. This means we can renovate your walls in a very short time.
- Preparation and application often happen in one working day.
- You can usually use the kitchen the same day or the next morning.
- There is no long-term inconvenience due to dust or chopping.
WHICH LIQUID-TIGHT FLOORS SUIT YOUR SITUATION?
Not every floor is the same. Which liquid-proof solution is most suitable depends on the load, the substrate, the desired appearance and the sector you work in.
Epoxy flooring
Epoxy flooring is a strong, seamless industrial floor that is well suited to areas where heavy loads, hygiene and chemical resistance are important. Epoxy floors are liquid-proof, easy to clean and can carry heavy weight effortlessly.
A thinner protective layer over an existing floor, so epoxy is ideal for large(er) areas and often a budget-friendly solution unlike PMMA.
Advantages:
✔ Twice as strong as concrete
✔ Seamless
✔ Easy to clean
✔ Anti-allergenic
✔ Enormously strong
✔ Light impact and abrasion resistant
Resistant to chemicals and acids
✔ Can be supplied in many colours
✔ Anti-slip possible
✔ Liquid-proof
✔ Can carry heavy weight effortlessly
PMMA floor
A PMMA floor is a strong and hard-wearing floor coating with a particularly great advantage: the floor is fully cured and ready for use again within about two hours. That makes this system ideal for companies where downtime costs money immediately.
PMMA floors are liquid-proof, hygienic, chemical-resistant and can be fitted with anti-slip. They are also flexible, reducing the risk of cracking.
Advantages:
✔ Drying time of only 2 hours
✔ Seamless
✔ Hygienic
✔ Easy to clean
✔ Liquid-proof
✔ Dust-free
✔ Wear-resistant
✔ Flexible so it does not tear
✔ Anti-slip possible
✔ Heat-resistant coating possible
✔ Suitable for cold areas
✔ Suitable for indoor and outdoor use
What should good liquid-proof floors meet?
An impermeable floor should do more than just hold back liquids. In practice, these are the most important properties:
- Seamless finishing
- Resistant to moisture and chemicals
- Wear-resistant top layer
- Easy to clean
- Anti-slip possible
- Suitable for the load of your working environment
That is why it is important to look not only at the price or appearance, but also at the application. A floor in a warehouse simply requires something different from a floor in a butcher's shop or car workshop.
Resistant to intensive cleaning with hot water
A professional kitchen needs intensive cleaning to remain grease-free. This is often done with hot water and powerful cleaning agents. A standard wall paint would directly damage or detach from the substrate because of this. To also make the transition to the floor watertight, often plastic skirting boards installed that seamlessly match the wall coating.
Our acrylic wall coating is specifically tested for these heavy loads. The material is heat-resistant and can withstand the pressure of a steam cleaner or high-pressure sprayer. Even chemicals required to dissolve grease do not affect the quality of the coating.
Durable protection against moisture and dirt
By choosing a wall coating, you are choosing a solution that will last for years. Moisture stains that normally migrate through walls will no longer have a chance. This not only protects the look of your kitchen but also the underlying structure of your premises.
- The coating remains flexible, bridging cracks in the wall.
- The surface is scratch and impact resistant in daily use.
- The finish is available in different colours for a fresh look.
Wondering how we can bring your kitchen walls back up to standards? We would be happy to visit you for an on-site inspection to discuss your options. Contact us today for appropriate advice and a competitive quote.