While every epoxy floor coating installer has their own personal preferences on the equipment and tools they use, there are several basic materials needed for most installations. CLICK HERE to view a printable version from our library:

Standard Tools/ Equipment Needed for Epoxy Flooring Installation

Floor Prep Tools

  • 7″and 4″ Grinders and Cup Wheels
  • Vacuums and Hoses
  • Crack Chaser and Wheels

Mixing Tools

  • Variable Speed Drill with 1/2″ or 3/8″ Chuck
  • Mixing Blades
  • Timer for Measuring Mix Times
  • 5 Gallon Pails
  • Screwdriver/ Utility Knives for Opening Plastic Buckets and Sand Bags
  • Plastic Measuring Containers (1 quart, 2 1/2 quart, 5 quart)
  • Heavy Duty Plastic Tarp or Cardboard for Mixing Station

Installation Tools and Supplies

  • 18″ Roller Cages
  • 9″ Roller Cages
  • 9″, 18″, or 24″ Squeegees
  • Handles for Squeegees and Rollers
  • Various Trowels
  • Extension Cords
  • Blower
  • Gauge Rake
  • Surface-reading Infrared Thermometer
  • Spiked Roller
  • Spiked Shoes
  • 18″ Roller Covers (1/4″ or 3/8″ Nap)
  • 9″ Roller Covers (1/4″ or 3/8″ Nap)
  • 2 1/2″ Chip Brushes
  • Wood Paint Sticks
  • Duct Tape
  • Blue Tape
  • Caution Tape
  • Rubber Gloves
  • Rags
  • Garbage Bags
  • Xylene, IPA, or Denatured Alcohol
  • Thickening Agent (Cab-O-Sil, Thick-Sil, etc.)
  • Putty Knives
  • Dust Masks
  • Ear Protection
  • Safety Glasses
  • Knee Pads