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Floor Preparation (Cleaners, Primers, etc.)

Specialist floor preparation products are essential for achieving strong, long-lasting floor coatings. Designed for various environments, these products are used to clean, prime, and stabilise surfaces before applying a coating or sealant. They ensure the best adhesion and performance, especially in industrial and commercial settings. Floor cleaners remove contaminants, primers improve adhesion, and binders stabilise and strengthen weakened surfaces. Correct preparation is critical to extending the life of a floor system - for help with product compatibility, Rawlins’ technical support team are on hand to advise.

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401 Epoxy Floor Primer

2 pack, water dispersible epoxy based primer/sealer/clear coating, especially formulated to meet the technological and ecological requirements of modern building and industrial practice. Ideal for use as a clear sealer on concrete and masonry surfaces. Also available in 4,000+ colours from RAL, BS, NCS See 401 Epoxy Floor Primer -...

Price £84.42 (incl. VAT)
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Cromar AlphaChem Fungicidal Wash | Moss & Mould Remover

Cromar AlphaChem Fungicidal Wash

Provides a growth-free surface prior to treatment with surface finishes. Removes lichen, moss, algae and similar vegetation on roofs, walls and other surfaces. Suitable for use on concrete, asbestos, cement, slates, tiles, brickwork, paths and paving. Do not apply in wet weather. Formerly known as Moss & Mould Remover.

Price £7.08 (incl. VAT)
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Smartkote Protectakote Clear Primer Treatment

Smartkote Protectakote Clear Primer Treatment

Single component primer treatment, which can be used to prepare inorganic surfaces for the subsequent adhesion of Smartkote polyurethane coatings. This product ensures excellent adhesion of reactive, solvent-borne urethanes to unreactive inorganic surfaces without changing their appearance.

Price £15.25 (incl. VAT)
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Rust-Oleum 3333 Super Adhesion Primer

Rust-Oleum 3333 Super Adhesion Primer

Available in white. Primer for use on power-floated concrete, tiles, non-ferrous metals, and thermosetting plastics. Low odour, excellent flow. Can be recoated with many 2K paints. Resists light to moderate abrasion, humidity, and chemical cleaning.

Price £33.05 (incl. VAT)
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Rust-Oleum 5401 Epoxy Impregnation Primer

Rust-Oleum 5401 Epoxy Impregnation Primer

Clear gloss three-component epoxy primer. For concrete, masonry, and other porous mineral surfaces. Solvent-free. Improves adhesion on porous and slightly damp surfaces. Excellent tensile and compressive strength. Professional use only.

Price £165.16 (incl. VAT)
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Sika Bonding Primer

Sika Bonding Primer

Rapid curing, water based, two-component primer to consolidate substrates and enhance the adhesion of SikaRoof MTC, Sikalastic, Sikafloor and Sikagard products. Rapid curing, overcoat possible after 1 hour. Long pot life - up to 12 hours. Low odour, water based product. Consolidates dusty or friable surfaces. Absorbency of the substrate...

Price £87.94 (incl. VAT)
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Rust-Oleum Epoxyshield Cleaner / Degreaser

Rust-Oleum Epoxyshield Cleaner / Degreaser

Clear, colourless cleaning liquid. For coated, mineral, and steel substrates. Removes grease, oil, and other contaminants. Virtually odour-free and non-flammable. Can be used with sponges, brushes, or high-pressure cleaners.

Price £54.72 (incl. VAT)
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402 Damp Proof Coating

2 pack epoxy resin based primer/coating, which has been developed to function as a residual construction moisture suppressant, allowing the early installation of moisture sensitive flooring in fast track building programmes. Also available in 4,000+ colour options from RAL, BS and NCS Please see 402 Damp Proof Coating - Special Colours...

Price £120.60 (incl. VAT)
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Britannia Fungicidal Wash Solution | Anti Fungal Wash

Britannia Fungicidal Wash Solution

A water-based solution which controls and treats fungal and algal growth prior to painting external hard services. For external hard surfaces such as tiled roofs, walls, timber decking, block paving and cladding. Water based - Easy, quick and safe to use. Powerful, proven water based solution for external hard surfaces. Specially...

Price £19.03 (incl. VAT)
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Coo-Var Acid Etch | For Concrete

Coo-Var Acid Etch

Acid etching solution designed to remove laitance and salts from concrete. For new concrete, power floated concrete floors, and exceptionally smooth surfaces. Non-flammable and water-soluble. Essential for ensuring proper adhesion of subsequent paint layers.

Price £24.73 (incl. VAT)
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Coo-Var Dampshield | Rawlins Paints

Coo-Var Dampshield

Two-component resin membrane for moisture-tolerant flooring applications. Clear gloss finish. For concrete floors and screeds. Solvent-free. Professional use only.

Price £37.33 (incl. VAT)
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Rust-Oleum Mathys 108 Surfa Etch Solution

Rust-Oleum Mathys 108 Surfa Etch Solution

High performance etching solution. For use on smooth concrete, masonry, galvanised steel, and aluminium. Improves adhesion of coatings. Neutralises alkaline salts. Removes 'white rust' from metal. Non-flammable. Professional use only.

Price £67.46 (incl. VAT)
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Blackfriar Professional Epoxy Floor Primer | Low Odour Water Based Primer

Blackfriar Professional Epoxy Floor Primer

A low-odour, water-based primer that binds and stabilises friable and porous substrates prior to coating with Blackfriar Professional Epoxy Floor Paints. Water Based formula ensures low odour. Ideal for binding porous concrete surfaces prior to coating with Blackfriar Professional Epoxy Floor Paints. Indoor use. Lambswool roller...

Price £124.61 (incl. VAT)
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oo-Var Two Pack High Performance Primer

Coo-Var High Performance Primer

Two-pack clear water-based epoxy primer. Assists adhesion on difficult surfaces. For walls and floors including tiles, bitumen, and smoke-stained surfaces. Low odour, ideal for environments where organic solvents are restricted.

Price £35.66 (incl. VAT)
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405 Tack Primer

405 Tack Primer

An adhesion promoted primer developed for use in conjunction with various epoxy coatings and screed in our range. Solvent free, low odour. Excellent adhesion to concrete and steel. Impervious to water. Low viscosity, easily applied. May be applied to cool, damp surfaces. Pre-packaged units ready for use. Very good chemical resistance....

Price £33.77 (incl. VAT)
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Smartkote Protectakote 2K Metal Primer

Smartkote Protectakote 2K Metal Primer

Dual component etch primer suitable for achieving adhesion of polyurethane to all types of aluminium as well as all other metal types where adhesion is problematic. Protectakote 2K Metal Primer is suitable for applications involving complete immersion in water.

Price £64.06 (incl. VAT)
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Bradite Industrial Degreaser

Bradite Industrial Degreaser

Low-foaming, aqueous pink alkaline detergent designed for degreasing contaminated surfaces. Ideal for oily or soiled surfaces, especially for removing road dirt. Cleans thoroughly prior to painting.

Price £67.94 (incl. VAT)
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Vuba Easihold Decorative Stone Resin Binder | Flower Beds, Borders/Edging, Pathways, & Patio Areas

Vuba Easihold Decorative Stone Binder

Pour on, spray on, or stone mix gravel binder that is suitable for flower beds, borders/edging, pathways, and patio areas. Water-based formula Air-drying Recommended to use with 4-8mm diamater stones and plant-topper stones

Price £34.50 (incl. VAT)
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Rust-Oleum 3366 Epoxy Powerfloat Floor Primer Rapid

Rust-Oleum 3366 Epoxy Powerfloat Floor Primer Rapid

Available in light grey. For use on power-floated concrete floors, quarry tiles, and ceramic tiles. Quick adhesion, overcoatable after just 3 hours. Water-based, low odour.

Price £163.46 (incl. VAT)
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Coo-Var Universal Degreaser Cleaner | Rawlins Paints

Coo-Var Universal Degreaser Cleaner

Clear universal degreaser/cleaner. Removing grease and oil patches from multiple surfaces. Suitable for use on floors, walls, metals, and interior/exterior surfaces.

Price £24.72 (incl. VAT)
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Watco Etch & Clean Concrete Surface Preparation

Watco Etch & Clean Concrete Surface Preparation

Dual action formula cleans and prepares bare concrete prior to painting. Use on old and new concrete, inside or outside Etches bare concrete to promote adhesion of paint finishes Removes dirt and light oil deposits Removes cement deposits from new concrete to ensure good paint adhesion Reduces alkalinity of new concrete – essential...

Price £46.80 (incl. VAT)
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Flag Acid Etch Solution | For Concrete

Flag Acid Etch Solution

A pre-treatment for power floated concrete or very smooth concrete floors. Opens the pores of the concrete and prepares the surface to accept its next treatment, allowing excellent adhesion. Interior or Exterior use. Coverage: Approx. 20 sq. meters per litre.

Price £23.48 (incl. VAT)
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Duram Duraprime

Duram Duraprime

Water-based epoxy primer that treats and seals surfaces in preparation for later waterproofing. It can be used on both damp and dry surfaces and is especially effective for priming new concrete as it penetrates the surface, forming a strong, waterproof bond and allowing for easy overcoating.

Price £31.97 (incl. VAT)
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403 Oil Tolerant Primer

403 Oil Tolerant Primer

Developed for use in applications to oil contaminated floors prior to application of subsequent floor toppings. The product exhibits outstanding adhesion to concrete and other substrates and is particularly suitable where compromised surfaces exist. Solvent free, low odour Excellent adhesion to concrete and steel Surface tolerant...

Price £132.66 (incl. VAT)
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Bradite Acid Etch

Bradite Acid Etch

Clear mineral acid solution designed for pre-treatment of bare concrete. Removes excess lime and prepares the surface for coatings. Professional use only.

Price £33.72 (incl. VAT)
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404 Epoxy Metal Primer

2 pack, water-based, epoxy, anti-corrosive primer designed for the protection of steelwork. Non toxic Fast drying - touch dry in 1-2 hours @ 20ºC  May be applied to damp or dry surfaces Excellent anti-corrosive properties Compatible with a wide range of top coats Long overcoating window Easily applied Very good adhesion Early water...

Price £45.35 (incl. VAT)
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Sika Brick & Patio Cleaner

Sika Brick & Patio Cleaner

A fast acting acid based formula which dissolves mortar and cement stains, ingrained dirt and most paints on mineral surfaces such as brick, stone, concrete, paving slabs and earthenware. Can be cleaned up after use with cold water. Removes mortar, cement, efflorescence, stains and dirt. Fast acting acid based formula. For paving tiles,...

Price £17.90 (incl. VAT)
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Watco Bio-D | Heavy Duty Biodegradable Floor Cleaner

Watco Bio-D Floor Cleaner

A heavy-duty biodegradable cleaner for floor preparation, removes grease and oil from painted or bare concrete. Low odour formula Ideal for preparation to painting Removes oil and grease Can be diluted and used as a general floor cleaner on bare concrete Safe for use on most painted surfaces More Information Delivery Info

Price £30.96 (incl. VAT)
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709 MMA Damp Proof Primer

709 MMA Damp Proof Primer

Developed as a primer for damp concrete, being used prior to any of our MMA range of coatings, mortars, and screeds. Rapid cure, even at low temperatures - from as low as -30°C*. Very good chemical resistance. Excellent adhesion to damp concrete. Impervious to water. Pre-packed units ready for use. Easily applied. Can be overcoated...

Price £135.07 (incl. VAT)
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Smartkote EP90 Universal Epoxy Primer

Smartkote EP90 Universal Epoxy Primer

2-pack primer for all polyurethane topcoats that provides excellent adhesion to a variety of substrates with the flexibility required for urethane. Pre-weighed components; simply add Part B to Part A and mix Exceptional bond strength to urethanes - high adhesion especially to metal and concrete Flexible – won’t crack Excellent resistance...

Price £39.59 (incl. VAT)
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Vuba Easiprime Acrylic Primer | Priming Concrete Prior to Application of Resin Bound Surfacing

Vuba EasiPrime

An acrylic primer used for sealing concrete prior to the application of Resin Bound Surfacing. Used to seal and remove porosity in concrete substrates, to enable a strong chemical bond between a Resin Bound Screed and the Concrete substrate Can be applied to most cementitious substrates, such as concrete and polymer modified screeds Apply...

Price £36.22 (incl. VAT)
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706 MMA Floor Primer

706 MMA Floor Primer

A rapid curing, general purpose primer enabling fast overcoating. The product exhibits outstanding adhesion to concrete, as well as steel, masonry, and marine plywood, and the fast curing characteristics allow rapid application of subsequent coatings, mortars or screeds. Ideal for use as a rapid curing primer for concrete, steel, masonry,...

Price £135.07 (incl. VAT)
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Watco Concroff Oil & Grease Remover

Watco Concroff Oil & Grease Remover

Lift grease and oil from bare concrete with this powerful, water-based degreaser. For preparation of heavily contaminated greasy floors prior to painting, inside or outside. Low odour formula Ideal for preparation to painting Removes oil and grease Can be diluted and used as a general floor cleaner on bare concrete Safe for use on most...

Price £40.68 (incl. VAT)
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What Are Specialist Floor Preparation Products?

Specialist floor preparation products are designed to ensure that flooring systems adhere properly and perform to their maximum potential. Used across a wide range of industries, from warehouses and factories to retail outlets and residential properties, these products are essential for cleaning, priming, and stabilising surfaces before applying floor paints or coatings. Proper surface preparation enhances the durability and longevity of the final floor finish by eliminating contaminants and ensuring a stable, receptive substrate for coatings.



Why Floor Preparation Is Essential

In any flooring system, the initial condition of the surface plays a significant role in the success of the project. Without proper preparation, coatings may not adhere correctly, leading to early failure, peeling, or cracking. Floor preparation products are specifically formulated to overcome these challenges, ensuring that surfaces are free from dirt, grease, and other contaminants, primed for adhesion, and stabilised for enhanced strength. This is particularly important in high-traffic environments where flooring systems face constant wear and tear.



Where Floor Preparation Products Are Used

Floor preparation products are commonly used in industrial and commercial settings, including factories, warehouses, workshops, and retail outlets. They are also utilised in residential properties where flooring surfaces need to be properly prepared before applying decorative or protective coatings. The products play a key role in preparing concrete, wood, metal, and other surfaces for coating application, ensuring that each substrate is in optimal condition for the job.



Floor Cleaners: Ensuring a Clean Surface

Floor cleaners are essential for removing contaminants such as grease, oil, dust, and dirt that may interfere with the adhesion of floor coatings. These products are designed for deep cleaning to ensure that surfaces are free from residues that could compromise the performance of floor paints and coatings. In industrial settings, floor cleaners are particularly useful for preparing areas where heavy machinery and high traffic have caused significant contamination.



Floor Primers: Enhancing Adhesion

Floor primers are applied to a surface after cleaning to ensure that the coating adheres properly. They create a receptive layer between the substrate and the floor paint, enhancing adhesion and preventing the coating from peeling or lifting. Floor primers are particularly important when working with porous surfaces like concrete, which can absorb coatings unevenly. Using a primer ensures a uniform application, improving the longevity of the flooring system. Specific primers are available for different substrates, such as metal or wood, offering tailored solutions for each project.



Binders: Stabilising and Strengthening Substrates

Binders are used to stabilise and reinforce substrates that have become weak or damaged over time. They work by penetrating the surface and binding loose particles together, creating a solid foundation for floor coatings. In environments where the flooring has started to deteriorate or where new surfaces need additional strength, binders provide a practical solution to ensure the coating system lasts. Binders are particularly useful on porous or crumbling concrete, which would otherwise be unsuitable for coating.

For assistance in selecting the correct floor preparation products for a specific project, contact the technical support team at Rawlins Paints.