Interior Commercial Painting & Epoxy Flooring for a Dog Day Care Center

in Chicago, IL

Services Performed

Ceiling Cleaning, Ceiling Painting, Commercial Flooring, Commercial Interior Painting, Concrete Floor Repair and Resurfacing, Epoxy Flooring

Location

Chicago, IL

Empty commercial interior with pale yellow walls and a glossy light-purple epoxy floor, lit by long fluorescent fixtures beneath an exposed black ceiling with ducts and beams; a low white half-wall divides the back of the room.

Client and Facility Overview

Our client, a busy dog day care center in Chicago, Illinois, offers a full range of services to pet owners. From daycare to grooming to boarding, they ensure that our four-legged friends receive top-notch care in a safe and friendly environment. The facility's popularity means it handles a high volume of pets daily, requiring a durable and low-maintenance infrastructure. The facility has areas dedicated to various pet care activities, each requiring unique maintenance considerations.

Requested Maintenance

The client wanted a complete interior upgrade, including the installation of a durable, high-build epoxy flooring system and a thorough cleaning and painting of the ceiling and walls. They needed options that were not only durable and easy to clean, but also aesthetically pleasing to create a welcoming environment for both pets and pet owners.

Decision Driver and Timing

Maintaining an attractive yet practical facility was the client's primary motivation. The existing floor was showing signs of wear and was difficult to keep clean, so installing an epoxy system that could withstand daily activity was a priority. In addition, as a facility that values appearance, upgrading the ceiling and walls would contribute to an overall refreshed look that would enhance the customer experience.

Scope of Work

Installing a High-Build Epoxy Floor System
- Preparation: Diamond grinding and sanding the concrete to open the floor's pores for better adhesion.
- Epoxy Application: Properly securing adhesion to ensure long-term durability.
Cleaning and Painting the Ceiling and Walls
- Ceiling: Covered floors with plastic for protection, cleaned ceiling and ductwork, applied Acrylic Black Dry Fall paint.
- Walls: Sanded and wiped down surfaces, primed over existing drawings, applied latex eggshell paint.

Notable Details

Both the ceiling and wall treatments began with meticulous preparation, ensuring that all surfaces were free of contaminants and properly primed for new applications. This approach is critical to achieving a polished and durable finish that minimizes future maintenance needs.

Due to the heavy pet traffic, we recommended and installed a high-build epoxy flooring system known for its durability and ease of cleaning. The carefully prepared concrete received the epoxy application flawlessly, resulting in a seamless, durable and attractive finish.

Through constant communication and effective need assessment, we ensured that the client's requirements were met without disrupting their daily operations. The refreshed look and reinforced structure of the facility impressed both the client and their patrons.

Client Satisfaction

Our client expressed great satisfaction with the results, noting the significant improvement in both the appearance and functionality of their facility. In particular, the epoxy flooring has proven to be a game changer in terms of maintaining cleanliness and aesthetics. They now have a durable, low-maintenance environment that can withstand the challenges of a busy dog day care center.