Always mix part A & B for full 2 minutes – Incomplete mixing leads to soft spots
Always Mix Part A & B for a Full 2 Minutes – Here’s Why It Matters
When it comes to epoxy flooring, cutting corners on mixing time doesn’t save time – it guarantees problems later. Mixing is not a casual step in the process; it is the chemical foundation of the entire coating system. At Chromology Florida East Inc., located at 10408 W State Rd 84, Davie, FL 33324, we’ve seen too many high-potential installs go south for one simple reason: the resin was not mixed properly.
That’s why we consistently remind professional installers across South Florida of a rule that should never be ignored: always mix Part A and Part B for a full two minutes – minimum.
Epoxy is a chemically activated system. If the resin and hardener are not fully blended, the reaction never completes the way it’s designed to. The result isn’t just cosmetic – it’s structural and chemical failure.
What Happens When Epoxy Isn’t Mixed Long Enough?
Incomplete mixing almost always leads to predictable issues, including:
- Soft or weak spots in the coating
- Sticky or tacky patches that never fully cure
- Visible color variation or cloudiness
- Uneven cure times across the same floor
When a client calls a week later asking why sections of their floor still feel gummy or dull, the root cause is usually not the product – it’s rushed mixing. No primer, topcoat, or moisture barrier can compensate for improperly activated resin.
Proper mixing ensures the epoxy’s chemical reaction fully engages, allowing the system to perform like the industrial-grade coating it was engineered to be – with strength, durability, and consistency.
