What You Need To Know About MMA Flooring

MMA flooring is a fast-curing, durable solution ideal for high-traffic or time-sensitive spaces such as hospitals, supermarkets, and cold storage areas. We’ve compiled the following Q&A to help you understand why MMA flooring stands out for industrial and commercial use.

 

1. What is MMA flooring?

MMA (Methyl Methacrylate) flooring is a type of resin flooring system that forms a solid, seamless surface when combined with hardeners and other components. It is commonly used in industries or environments where minimal downtime is critical. The Flowfast product range is an example of MMA-type flooring.

 

2. How fast does MMA flooring cure, and why is this important?

MMA systems can achieve full mechanical and chemical cure within 60 minutes, even in low temperatures. This rapid cure time allows operations to resume almost immediately, reducing downtime for facilities such as supermarkets, hospitals and airports, where lost time equates to lost revenue or operational inefficiencies.

 

3. What temperature range can I install MMA flooring in?

One of MMA’s key advantages is its ability to cure in temperatures as low as -30°C. This makes it ideal for unheated construction sites or supermarket areas (not for customers) such as cold stores, coolers and blast freezers without the need for any costly temperature control.

 

4. How is MMA flooring applied?

Unlike labour-intensive and trowel-applied resin systems, MMA flooring can be flow- applied, allowing large areas to be installed more quickly while delivering a quality finish, free from trowel marks.

 

5. Can MMA flooring be applied over existing surfaces, and can it be repaired or upgraded without full replacement?

Yes. MMA flooring bonds well to various substrates such as concrete, tiles, metal and wood using selected primers that are specifically formulated to ensure optimal adhesion with adequate substrate preparation. It also allows new layers to chemically fuse with existing ones, enabling quick repairs or upgrades without full removal.

 

6. Should I be concerned about odour during MMA flooring installation?

MMA emits a distinctive odour during application due to volatile monomers. While the smell is non-toxic and dissipates quickly after curing, proper ventilation and odour management strategies (e.g. industrial air purifiers or extractor fans) should be used during installation to minimise disruption.

 

7. Is MMA flooring environmentally sustainable?

Yes. Modern MMA formulations are low in VOCs, cure quickly to reduce emissions, and are cold applied to save energy. With long lifespans, easy refurbishment and ongoing innovations such as low-odour versions, MMA is becoming a more sustainable flooring choice.

 

8. What design options are available for MMA floors?

MMA flooring is available in a wide range of colours and finishes. Decorative options such as coloured, glitter or metallic flakes and quartz beads can be added. It can also be customised with patterns or brand-specific colour schemes.

 

9. I'm managing a supermarket. Do you offer slip-resistant MMA flooring suitable for both staff and customer areas that I can recommend to management?

Yes. MMA flooring is available in both smooth and non-slip finishes. Anti-slip quartz aggregates can be added to create textured surfaces, improving safety in wet or high-traffic areas like production floors and supermarkets. Additionally, it also provides aesthetic finishes if coloured quartz is selected.

 

10. How long does MMA flooring last?

MMA floors are highly durable, where it creates a strong chemical and mechanical bond with the substrate and each layers. With proper care, these floors can last over 15 years.