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Exeter Warehouse
Floor Resurfacing & Overlays

We carry out warehouse floor resurfacing and industrial overlay works across Exeter and the wider Devon corridor. Existing concrete slabs in logistics, storage and production units are restored using bonded self levelling compounds, polymer modified cementitious overlays and resin finishes chosen to support modern materials handling and long term surface performance.

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20 +

Years
Experience in Concrete Flooring

Our Exeter resurfacing teams work around Marsh Barton Trading Estate, Sowton Industrial Estate, Matford Business Park and newer developments near Exeter Airport and Skypark. Projects range from older distribution sheds and trade units to large format warehouses and mixed use industrial buildings where concrete slabs need improved levelness, surface hardness and consistency under forklift and pallet truck movements.

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How We Resurface Warehouse
Floors in Exeter

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STEP 1

Slab Assessment
& Surface Preparation

We begin by inspecting the existing concrete slab, identifying cracking, joint breakdown, impact damage, surface wear and any areas affected by moisture or previous coatings. This is especially relevant in long serving units at Marsh Barton and Sowton where floors have seen several changes of use. Defective concrete is removed and reinstated, joints are repaired and reinstated where needed and the surface is mechanically prepared using grinding, shot blasting and diamond tooling so that it has a clean, profiled finish ready to receive a bonded warehouse floor overlay.

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Overlay Installation
& Level Correction

Once preparation is complete, we install the selected resurfacing system. This may be a polymer modified cementitious topping, a cement based self levelling compound or a resin overlay selected to match loading, temperature, moisture exposure and cleaning regime. Thickness is controlled to correct local level issues, improve regularity across racking aisles and picking zones and refine falls where drainage is required, for example in units with loading canopies or wash down areas around Exeter and the nearby business parks.

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Curing, Finishing
& Return to Use

After placement, the overlay is cured in line with manufacturer guidance and the agreed programme. On suitable schemes, rapid curing systems can allow controlled foot traffic and light MHE within 24 to 48 hours, with heavier forklift loading and racking brought back later. Joints are cut or reinstated to manage movement and reduce future edge damage. Before handover we review the surface finish and, where needed, flatness and regularity and then provide maintenance and operating recommendations tailored to the Exeter facility and its duty cycle.

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Industrial Floor Overlays for
Consistent, Safe Operation

Warehouse floor resurfacing in Exeter distribution unit
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Surface Preparation
and Bond Reliability

The durability of a warehouse floor overlay is largely governed by the bond between the new system and the existing slab. In Exeter units we place particular emphasis on mechanical preparation, removing laitance, coatings, dust and contamination and establishing a consistent surface profile. This, combined with suitable primers and bonding agents, creates a composite floor build up that resists debonding and surface failure under repeated forklift and pallet truck movements along busy routes and marshalling areas.

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Programme Control
and Access Planning

Many Exeter facilities feed wider South West and national networks via the M5 and A30 and have limited scope for shutdowns. We plan resurfacing programmes around delivery schedules, production cycles and seasonal peaks, using phased work areas, temporary traffic routes and night or weekend working where appropriate. Fast track overlay systems can then be used to bring sections back into service in stages while still allowing adequate time for preparation and curing.

Resurfaced concrete warehouse floor in Exeter and Devon
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Floor Life
and Cost Management

Resurfacing allows the main concrete structure to remain in place where it is sound, while renewing the wearing surface with an industrial overlay designed for abrasion, impact and smooth running. For operators in Exeter this can extend the working life of the floor and reduce the frequency of patch repairs and joint interventions, without the significant disruption and cost associated with breaking out and replacing the entire slab.

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We undertake warehouse floor resurfacing and industrial overlay projects throughout Exeter and the surrounding area, supporting logistics, storage and production facilities connected to the M5, A30 and Exeter Airport corridors.

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Marsh Barton Trading Estate

Sowton Industrial Estate

Matford Business Park

Exeter Airport and Skypark

Exeter Science Park

Greendale Business Park

Clyst Honiton

Request a Quote for Warehouse Floor Resurfacing in Exeter

We deliver warehouse resurfacing, slab repairs and industrial floor overlay systems across Exeter, from Marsh Barton and Sowton to schemes close to Exeter Airport and the A30. Our work covers surveys, defect repair, mechanical preparation and installation of self levelling, cementitious or resin based systems matched to your loads, traffic and operational patterns.

Contact us to discuss a specific warehouse, logistics unit or production facility in the Exeter area or to arrange a site visit and project proposal.

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Warehouse Floor Resurfacing Exeter
Common Questions

What types of Exeter warehouse and industrial floors do you resurface?
We work on a wide range of facilities including distribution sheds at Marsh Barton, mixed use units at Sowton, production areas at Matford and newer logistics and storage buildings near Exeter Airport and Skypark. Floors can usually be resurfaced where the existing slab and sub base remain structurally sound and can accept a bonded industrial overlay.
How do you decide which overlay system is suitable for an Exeter project?
We assess slab condition, loading patterns, type of materials handling equipment, internal climate and cleaning regime. Based on this we propose cement based self levelling systems, polymer modified overlays or resin finishes, selecting a specification that fits how the Exeter facility operates rather than a one size approach.
Can resurfacing be carried out while our Exeter warehouse remains operational?
Yes. Many of our projects in the Exeter area are delivered in live environments. Works are phased by zone, with clear work areas, temporary traffic routes and possession windows planned around deliveries, trunking and production activity. Where needed, night or weekend working can be used to further limit disruption.
How do you handle gradients and drainage channels in existing Exeter floors?
During the survey stage we review falls, drainage points and any existing channels or gullies. Overlay thickness and detailing are then planned to maintain or adjust falls as required, ensuring that water does not pond in traffic areas. In some cases channels are repaired or replaced so that the resurfaced floor drains predictably in wash down zones or loading areas.
When can forklifts and pallet trucks use a resurfaced floor in Exeter?
Return to service times depend on the overlay system, thickness and site conditions. Some rapid curing cementitious and resin systems can accept light traffic within 24 to 48 hours, while heavier forklift and racking loads follow later. We provide project specific timings so local teams can plan stock movements and access around the programme.
Is resurfacing suitable for high bay or narrow aisle layouts in Exeter warehouses?
Yes. Overlays can be specified and levelled to support high bay racking, narrow aisle and very narrow aisle configurations. We focus on flatness, regularity and joint detailing so that guidance systems and lift trucks operate smoothly and safely within tall racking installations.
What information helps you quote for a warehouse floor in the Exeter area?
Helpful information includes approximate floor area, age and condition of the slab, known defects, load types, details of materials handling equipment, any planned layout changes and available access periods. Photographs, survey reports and layout drawings also assist in developing a practical resurfacing specification and phasing plan for the Exeter site.