Concrete flooring selected for how your space is used. Get a free assessment of your slab, preparation needs and finish options in Ontario.
Most commercial floor problems start in the concrete, not the coating. Epoxy Boss handles every stage in-house, from removing the old floor to the final topcoat and line marking, so one crew is responsible for how the finished floor performs.
Commercial buildings rarely need one system throughout. Customer-facing areas, back-of-house, washrooms and service bays each have different traffic, cleaning and appearance needs.
Commercial epoxy flooring in Ontario typically costs CA$4.50 to CA$16 per square foot before tax, depending on the system, the size of the floor and the condition of the concrete. These ranges come from the Epoxy Boss floor cost calculator for a commercial facility on sound concrete with standard preparation (CSP 2 to 3).
| System | 1,000 sq ft | 3,000 sq ft | 10,000 sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solid colour, light-duty | CA$5,850 – 7,150 | CA$14,850 – 18,150 | CA$40,500 – 49,500 |
| Solid colour, high-build | CA$9,450 – 11,550 | CA$24,975 – 30,525 | CA$74,250 – 90,750 |
| Full-broadcast flake | CA$6,750 – 8,250 | CA$17,550 – 21,450 | CA$49,500 – 60,500 |
| Quartz broadcast | CA$9,900 – 12,100 | CA$25,650 – 31,350 | CA$76,500 – 93,500 |
| Metallic epoxy | CA$14,400 – 17,600 | CA$37,800 – 46,200 | CA$108,000 – 132,000 |
| Polished concrete | CA$14,400 – 17,600 | CA$32,400 – 39,600 | CA$72,000 – 88,000 |
| Floor preparation only | CA$2,700 (minimum) | CA$3,510 – 4,290 | CA$10,998 – 13,442 |
Pre-tax, CAD. Commercial facility, standard mechanical preparation on sound concrete. Source: Epoxy Boss floor cost calculator, November 2026. Full breakdown in our commercial epoxy flooring cost guide.
Two bids for the same floor can be far apart because one includes work the other leaves out. On a 3,000 sq ft light-duty solid floor:
| 3,000 sq ft solid floor with… | Estimated range |
|---|---|
| Standard preparation only | CA$14,850 – 18,150 |
| Old coating, tile mastic or carpet glue removal | CA$17,678 – 23,153 |
| Oil or moisture contamination treatment | CA$18,263 – 24,188 |
Pre-tax, CAD. Source: Epoxy Boss floor cost calculator, November 2026.
Most commercial projects are installed around operating hours. Work is phased by area, scheduled after hours or on weekends, and sequenced so entrances and key routes stay usable. Where downtime is the main cost, fast return-to-service systems are reviewed. Each area is handed back once it reaches the cure stated for the traffic it will carry. Summer is often the easiest season for longer shutdowns; see why summer works well for commercial installs.
Salt, slush and grit tracked in from the parking lot wear entrance floors faster than anywhere else in the building. Entrances get a textured finish and are planned together with matting and the cleaning routine, so the floor stays safe through the winter months.
Share the floor area, a layout or photos, your opening hours and any areas that must stay accessible. We assess the slab on site, recommend a system for each area and send a written quote in Canadian dollars. Epoxy Boss serves the GTA, York Region, Simcoe County, Halton, Durham and Muskoka from our base in Innisfil. Start with an instant range on the floor cost calculator, call (905) 775-5901 or book a free floor assessment.
Most commercial floors are done in a space that can't close. We plan which areas come out of use and when, keep preparation dust-controlled, and move the noisiest stages outside trading hours. Where a landlord or property manager has to approve the work, we provide the documents and insurance certificates they ask for.
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Salt tracked through the door dries into a white film and works into porous concrete over the winter. A dense, sealed or coated surface limits absorption and makes residue easier to remove. Entrance matting catches most of it before it spreads into the store. Cleaning products suited to salt residue — used regularly through winter — keep the finish from dulling.
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Multi-unit and commercial properties need more than a good floor: they need notice to residents, phased access, documentation and a single point of contact. We work to the engineer's or manager's specification, provide certificates of insurance and product data, and plan the work so the building keeps functioning.
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Slip resistance can be adjusted using textured sealers, anti-slip additives and aggregate systems depending on operational requirements.
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A traffic membrane is a layered system: a waterproof membrane bonded to the prepared deck, followed by wear layers with embedded aggregate for traction, and a topcoat. It's designed to flex with the structure and resist vehicle wear. Its job is to keep salt-laden water out of the concrete, which is why detailing at cracks, joints and drains matters as much as the main coating.
Parking structure repairs and membranes are typically done in warmer weather, so planning needs to start months earlier. Condominium corporations work from reserve fund studies and engineering condition assessments that identify what the structure needs. Repairs to the concrete come first, then protection. We work to the engineer's specification and can price and schedule once the scope is defined.
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Yes. Properly specified epoxy systems can withstand forklifts, pallet jacks, industrial equipment, vehicle traffic and continuous operational exposure depending on system thickness and design.
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We provide a written 5-year warranty for indoor residential floors and a 2-year warranty for outdoor and commercial work. It covers adhesion failures and workmanship-related defects under normal use, subject to the conditions outlined in the warranty.
