Consider An Epoxy Resin Counter Top For Your Workspace

There are all kinds of workspaces and countertops on the market. Why not consider an epoxy resin counter top which can be fabricated in any size or shape.

Epoxy resin surfaces make excellent work surfaces because they are monolithic, durable, and chemical resistant. The process is a two stage curing process which makes these tops very strong.

Tops are available in almost any size with the 98" x 73" size being the most common. But of course you can order any size you like. The standard thickness is ¾" but they are available in 1" and 1 ¼" thickness as well.

Epoxy resin is an excellent choice for harsh environments like laboratories. They are non flammable, no absorbent, and very durable and you have five color choices. Here are your countertop choices:

1. Classic Top

This is a work surface that has been standard in the industry for over 30 years. You have your choice of three thicknesses but the 1/8 inch thickness is the most common. Comes in the standard 98 inch length.

2. Classic Marine Top

When containment is a concern this is the top to consider. It has ¼ inch deep dish will keep spills contained and ensure there is no overflow. The marine edge insures durability and you can choose from 1 inch or 1 ¼ inch thickness.

3. Classic Top Coved Curb

This work surface has a 4 inch high integral curb and is the best choice if back joints are needed. The standard length is 99 inches with a 38 inch width. Choose from ¾ inch thickness or 1 ¼ inch thickness.

4. Contoura Top

Not only is this one beautiful it's also ergonomically designed and ever so durable. It has a ½ inch molded edge that has no seams and it's designed for comfort. Comes is a 1 inch or 1 ¼ inch thickness. The 90 degree cut angles reduce the severity of bumps too.

5. Contoura Control Top

Beautiful, ergonomic, and durable - that's what labs want in the modern environment. And the Contoura Control Top delivers just that. It has ¼" indented dish work area and the surface is available in either 1 inch or 1 ¼ inch thickness. The molded wall is designed to improve functionality of the work space and all the hard to clean corners have been eliminated.

Epoxy resin sheets are used to mold counter tops of any size or shape so no matter what your demands it's easily accommodated. You can choose from marine edge tops, flat tops, dished fume hood tops, and marine edge tops with a molded backsplash.

The new thin profile is preferred over the thicker options. You compromise nothing and you gain so much including a lower cost. They are also easier to handle, weight less, and they are stronger.

Your workspace is very important to your production and happiness. Having comfortable, quality workspace is an integral part of productivity. So why not consider an epoxy resin counter top?

About The Author:

Joanne is an author of Decorz.com. If you're looking for more countertops & decorating ideas for your home and garden visit http://www.decorz.com.

Garage Floor Sealing

The floor of your garage is exposed to
intense corrosion and deterioration
due to road salt, oils and other auto
fluids. Sealing your garage floor
reduces dust and makes cleaning and
sweeping easier. A clear acrylic concrete

sealer protects the concrete from damage and stains. Also

the same sealers can be used on concrete walks and

driveways or as a primer under acrylic or polyurethane

floor paints. You should take care when and where you

apply a sealer because they cannot be applied over paint or

other coatings.

In order to do the sealing yourself you need several

materials and tools: protective clothing, neoprene rubber

gloves, goggles, a stiff brush and a bucket, a paintbrush, a

cartridge-style respirator with organic-vapor and small-

particle filters, paint roller with extension handle and tray,

medium nap roller cover, a concrete degreaser and of

course some concrete sealer. Usually ½ gallon of sealer is

used for approximately 100 square feet.

Before sealing you have to clean the floor because it has to

be free of dirt, grease and oil. To do this you should use a

stiff scrub brush to apply the cleaner and concrete

degreaser according to the instructions. Allow the solution

to lay on the floor for 15 to 20 minutes more for stubborn

stains after scrubbing. After his you should rinse

thoroughly with clear water. You may need several

applications. Many concrete sealers contain hazardous

chemicals that may be harmful to skin and eyes and the

vapors are not safe to breathe but the vast majority are

acrylic. The best way to avoid damages to your skin, eyes

and lungs is to wear the protective equipment made of

neoprene rubber gloves, goggles and a respirator with both

organic-vapor and solid-particle filter cartridges. During

the process of sealing the floor you should continuously

ventilate the garage by opening all doors and windows and

also using a fan would be a great idea.

After cleaning and drying the concrete, the sealer has to be

applied. The sealer should be tested in an inconspicuous

area before applying. Some uneven density in the concrete

may result in light/dark appearance that may be

objectionable. By using the medium-nap paint roller with

extension handle is the easiest way to apply the sealer. Start

in a rear corner continuing to work your way out of the

garage. Before doing anything else you should allow the

sealer to dry as indicated on the sealer bottle, usually for a

few hours. For a driveway the procedure is essentially the

same but it would be quicker to use a garden sprayer to

apply the sealer to a large driveway. You should act with

caution not to over spray on other material due to the high

risk of staining.

Safety A Garage Necessity

What do you see when you first examine a garage?

The garage door. This is the first and most important “contact” of your garage to the world. If you want full confidence in your garage, this “contact” should be 100% secure and safe. Also the door says a lot of you and of your taste in design. You can have a beautiful house but if your garage door is a wooden, plain, white one with that makes an awful sound when opened or closed, says a lot of you and your negligence regarding style and safety.

An ageing garage door and opener could be a real threat for your children or pets. Injuries and death are a thing of the past with the new openers and garage doors. If you plan to remodel your garage, one of the first steps in doing this must be changing your doors and openers.

Old garage doors have been heavy, huge, wooden colossus that rot and crack. Even though wooden doors provide a wide range of styles and textures the problems related to poor insulation are real and even of present times. An alternative is the fiberglass material, inexpensive, easy to lift, resistant to corrosion and the require little maintenance but they also provide little insulation and security.

If you want a maintenance-free, durable and not-wrapping garage door you need steel. They also provide good insulation, being made of two or more sheets of steel alternating with a variety of insulating materials. The also come in various textures, styles, shapes and colors suited to your needs. Moreover, you can add windows including the reflective type that provide an obscure view into the garage.

In 1991, automatic reversal doors for garage door openers have been required by law in the United States and in since 1993 optical sensors became a requirement. The sensor works perfect for your safety: if something gets in the way of the sensor beam while the door is going down, the sensor sends the door back up. Also the new design provides more security and quieter operation. Today, the silence options include a belt-driven trolley made of Kevlar or, the cheaper option, a screw-drive model with a plastic-lined track to lessen the noisy contact of metal-to-metal.

Remote controls have been upgraded so you can find a remote control having enough buttons to control the lightening or appliances in your home and garage. Another option for your remote-control buttons are the child-safe lock-out and the rolling security codes witch automatically change every time the garage door opens to prevent the stealing of your opener’s code.

Even though you have all these changes added to your garage, security and safety are not 100% guaranteed. It is better that the installation of a new garage door and opener be done by a professional team who can make the proper adjustments that will allow the sensitive equipment to provide you with the maximum amount of safety in your garage.