LABPOX 30 100% Solids Epoxy | Professional Flooring System
LABPOX 30 is a professional grade, 100% solids epoxy built for installers who need reliable performance across multiple flooring systems. Whether used as a base coat, body coat, or metallic epoxy system, LABPOX 30 delivers the working time, control, and consistency required for high quality installations.
This is not a one purpose product. LABPOX 30 is designed for installers who need reliability, working time, and consistent results across multiple types of projects.
Many epoxy systems fail due to inconsistent working time, poor flow, or limited versatility. LABPOX 30 is designed to eliminate those issues by providing a balanced system that performs across a wide range of applications.
What Is LABPOX 30 Best Used For?
LABPOX 30 is a highly versatile epoxy system used in a wide range of demanding flooring applications, including:
- Industrial and warehouse flooring
- Commercial spaces and retail environments
- Metallic epoxy floor systems
- Solid color epoxy floors
- Base coats for broadcast flake and quartz systems
What Makes LABPOX 30 Different
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100% solids formulation delivers full build with no shrinkage
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Balanced viscosity allows use as both a base coat and a body coat
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Extended working time provides superior control during installation
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Strong adhesion to properly prepared concrete
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Low VOC formulation suitable for interior applications
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Resistant to common epoxy issues including amine blush
Working Time and Application Control
One of the biggest advantages of LABPOX 30 is its extended working time of approximately 60 minutes at 70°F and 45 minutes at 80°F. This gives installers the necessary time to properly place material, maintain control, and achieve consistent results without the stress of the product flashing in the bucket.
This generous 45 to 60 minute open window is especially useful for:
- Metallic epoxy systems that require artistic movement and design control
- Larger floor areas where consistent, wet edge application is critical
- Installers who prefer a more controlled, professional working pace
Where LABPOX 30 Fits in a Flooring System
As a Base Coat
Use LABPOX 30 as a base coat for solid color, flake, or metallic systems where a durable and consistent foundation is required.
As a Metallic Body Coat
LABPOX 30 is perfectly suited for metallic epoxy applications, allowing proper pigment movement, flow, and pattern development before locking up.
As a Build Coat
It can be used as a mid layer build coat to increase system thickness and durability in heavy traffic commercial and industrial environments.
Recommended System Setup
Step 1: Primer or MVB
Start with LAB Surface Epoxy Primer for proper adhesion, especially on porous or out gassing concrete. If you suspect moisture issues or are working on an older slab, upgrade your base layer to LABPOX MVB Clear Fast to block moisture and prevent hydrostatic failure.
Step 2: Base or Body Coat
Apply LABPOX 30 as your primary epoxy layer depending on your specific system design.
Step 3: Decorative Layer (Optional)
Incorporate pigments, metallic additives, or broadcast materials such as vinyl flakes.
Step 4: Topcoat
Seal the system with a durable topcoat tailored specifically to your project requirements:
Mixing and Application Guidelines
Proper mixing is critical to ensure the epoxy cures to its full strength and maintains its working time.
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Mix Ratio: 2 Parts A to 1 Part B (2A:1B) by volume.
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Mixer Type (Full 3 Gallon Kits): You must use a Box Mixer to properly fold the resin without trapping excess air.
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Mixer Type (2 Gallons or Less): A 5 Gallon Helix Mixer or paddle mixer is acceptable.
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Mixing Speed: Mix at 300 to 450 RPM.
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Mix Time: Mix thoroughly for exactly 3 minutes before pouring the material onto the floor.
LABPOX 30 vs Typical 100% Solids Epoxy
| Feature |
LABPOX 30 |
Typical Epoxy |
| Working Time |
Extended and controlled (45 to 60 min) |
Varies, often much shorter |
| Application Flexibility |
Base, body, or build coat |
Limited to specific use |
| Finish Quality |
Smooth and highly consistent |
Can vary by formulation |
| Metallic Suitability |
Designed for metallic systems |
Not always optimized for flow |
Approximate Coverage Rates
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Metallic Body Coat (Money Coat): 50 SFPG
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Metallic Base Coat: 80 to 135 SFPG
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Vinyl Flake Receiver Coat: 133 to 150 SFPG
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Commercial / Industrial Applications: 80 to 133 SFPG
Important Application Notes
Concrete must be mechanically prepared using proper grinding equipment. Surface preparation is critical to achieving proper adhesion and long term performance.
Contractor Tip: Extended working time allows better control, but material should still be poured out of the bucket and placed efficiently to maintain consistency across the floor. Never leave mixed epoxy sitting in mass in the bucket.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is LABPOX 30 good for metallic epoxy floors?
Yes. It is exceptionally well suited for metallic systems due to its 45 to 60 minute working time and excellent flow characteristics, allowing installers to create perfect designs.
Can this be used as a base coat?
Yes. LABPOX 30 works incredibly well as a dependable base coat for a wide variety of epoxy flooring systems.
Is this product beginner friendly?
Because of the extended working time, it is much more forgiving than fast cure epoxies. However, proper mechanical surface prep and application knowledge are still required for a successful install.
How long is the working time?
You will have approximately 60 minutes of working time at 70°F, 45 minutes at 80°F, depending on temps and humidity, surface temperature, etc.
What is the mix ratio for LABPOX 30?
It is a two component system with a mix ratio of 2 Parts A to 1 Part B (2A:1B) by volume.
Can this be used for flake floors?
Yes. It can easily be used as a reliable base coat for broadcast flake or quartz systems.
Why is the extended working time important?
Standard fast cure epoxies can flash quickly in the bucket, causing stress and mistakes. LABPOX 30 gives you a massive 45 to 60 minute window to properly manipulate metallic pigments, maintain a wet edge on large floors, and execute flawless designs.
Does this require a topcoat?
Yes. Like most epoxies, a UV stable topcoat is highly recommended to protect against ambering and provide long term scratch resistance.
