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Floor & Surface Considerations

Epoxy Floor Caster

Epoxy-coated floors are more finish-sensitive than bare concrete — a softer, non-marking wheel protects the coating better than a hard wheel that can scuff or dent the surface over time.

What a epoxy floor caster is

Epoxy coatings are applied for appearance and chemical resistance, and repeated hard-wheel traffic can wear through or mark the coating faster than a cushioned wheel would.

When it matters

Facilities with epoxy-coated floors — common in labs, food processing, and updated warehouse spaces — where protecting the coating matters.

What to check / common mistakes

Using hard wheels on epoxy without checking for marking. A non-marking, moderate-durometer wheel protects the coating significantly better than a hard or metal wheel.

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Frequently asked questions

Will polyurethane wheels damage epoxy floors?

A quality non-marking polyurethane wheel at a reasonable durometer is generally safe — avoid very hard or metal wheels on epoxy coatings.

Do I need non-marking wheels for epoxy floors?

Recommended, yes — it reduces the chance of scuffing or discoloring the coating over time.

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