Seamless, Sanitary & Built to Pass Inspection
Commercial kitchen Flooring
Greenville, SC
Durable, Hygienic Flooring for Greenville’s Toughest Kitchens
Zachary Daniel Concrete (ZDC)
installs commercial kitchen flooring built for the reality of foodservice: hot oil, dropped pans, daily wash-downs, foot traffic, and health-department scrutiny. We help restaurants, breweries, school cafeterias, hospital kitchens, and food-processing facilities replace failing tile, peeling coatings, and porous concrete with seamless, sanitary floor systems that hold up for years.
We serve clients throughout
Greenville, Mauldin, Simpsonville, Greer, Easley, Anderson, and Spartanburg, working directly with restaurant owners, facility managers, general contractors, and commercial developers across the Upstate.
Why Upstate Foodservice Operators Choose Seamless Kitchen Flooring
Sanitary, Seamless Surface
A monolithic floor with no grout lines and integral cove base eliminates the cracks and joints where grease, bacteria, and odors collect. Easier to clean, easier to pass inspection.
Slip Resistance Built In
Aggregate broadcast into the coating provides traction in wet, greasy, soapy areas — protecting your staff and reducing slip-and-fall liability.
Built for Thermal Shock & Chemical Exposure
Boiling water, fryer oil, harsh degreasers, and citric acids destroy ordinary floors. The systems we install are engineered to handle daily abuse without cracking, peeling, or staining.
Fast Turnaround, Minimal Downtime
Rapid-cure systems let us return your kitchen to service quickly. We coordinate installations around your operating schedule — including overnight and weekend work where the project allows.
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Kitchens & Foodservice Facilities We Serve
Restaurants & Bars
Downtown Greenville, Main Street, West End, Travelers Rest, Village of West Greenville
School & University Cafeterias
K-12 districts, Greenville Technical College, regional campuses
Hospital & Healthcare Kitchens
Prisma Health and regional medical facilities
Food Processing & Manufacturing
USDA-inspected facilities, commissaries, central kitchens
Grocery, Bakery & Deli
prep rooms, walk-in coolers, dish rooms, and back-of-house areas
Country Clubs, Venues & Catering Kitchens
banquet halls, wedding venues, hotel kitchens
Our Commercial Kitchen Flooring Process
01
Site Assessment & Floor Inspection
Evaluate substrate condition, drainage, existing coatings, moisture, and trouble areas like grease accumulation near fryers and dish lines.
02
Substrate Preparation
Diamond-grind or shot-blast the slab to the surface profile the chosen system requires. Repair cracks, spalls, and damaged areas before coating.
03
Moisture Testing & Priming
Test substrate moisture and pH. Apply primer or moisture-mitigation coating where conditions require it.
04
Body Coat Installation
Install the selected flooring system — urethane mortar, epoxy, polyaspartic, or overlay — to the required thickness.
05
Integral Cove Base & Drain Detailing
Install seamless cove base up the wall where specified, and detail floor drains, transitions, and equipment bases to eliminate joints where contaminants can hide.
06
Topcoat, Slip Resistance & Final Cure
Apply topcoat with the appropriate slip-resistant aggregate, then allow the system to fully cure before returning the kitchen to service.
Flooring Options for Commercial Kitchens
Different kitchens call for different systems. Here are the options we install most often, and where each one fits best.
| System | Description | Best For | CSI Section |
|---|---|---|---|
| Urethane Mortar Epoxy | Heavy-duty seamless system with high thermal-shock and chemical resistance. The gold standard for commercial kitchens. | Restaurant cook lines, dish rooms, food processing, breweries | 09 67 23 |
| Epoxy Flake System | Decorative broadcast flake in resin with topcoat. Seamless, slip-resistant, easier on the budget. | Back-of-house, prep rooms, bakeries, light-duty kitchens | 09 67 23 / 09 96 56 |
| Polyaspartic Coating | Fast-curing topcoat or full system. Returns the floor to service in 24 hours or less. | Tight remodel timelines, weekend turnarounds, retrofits | 09 67 23 |
| Polished Concrete + Sealer | Mechanically polished slab with stain-protection sealer. Bright, low-maintenance, no coating to peel. | Front-of-house dining, breweries, tasting rooms, cafeterias | 03 35 43 |
| Stained & Sealed Concrete | Reactive or water-based stain with protective topcoat. Decorative finish for visible foodservice spaces. | Restaurant dining rooms, taprooms, bistro and café interiors | 09 61 19 |
| Self-Leveling Overlay | Cementitious overlay that resurfaces damaged or uneven slabs to a smooth substrate, then receives a coating or sealer. | Renovations over worn, pitted, or out-of-flat existing floors | 03 54 00 |
Final system selection depends on the kitchen environment, code requirements, and budget. CSI MasterFormat section numbers are provided for architects, engineers, and general contractors writing project specifications.
Commercial Kitchen Flooring Cost in Greenville, SC
| System | Cost per Sq. Ft. | Example Project (2,500 sq. ft.) |
|---|---|---|
| Epoxy Flake System | $5 – $7 | $12,500 – $17,500 |
| Polyaspartic Coating | $6 – $9 | $15,000 – $22,500 |
| Polished Concrete + Sealer | $5 – $8 | $12,500 – $20,000 |
| Urethane Mortar Epoxy | $8 – $14 | $20,000 – $35,000 |
| Self-Leveling Overlay (prep layer) | $3 – $6 add-on | $7,500 – $15,000 add-on |
Pricing varies with slab condition, prep requirements, cove base, drain detailing, and access. Every quote starts with a free on-site evaluation.
Areas We Serve in Upstate South Carolina
Frequently Asked Questions about Commercial Kitchen Flooring
What is the best flooring for a commercial kitchen?
Urethane mortar epoxy is the most durable option for heavy-duty commercial kitchens — it handles thermal shock from boiling water and fryer oil, resists food acids and harsh cleaners, and provides a seamless, sanitary surface. For lighter-duty kitchens or front-of-house areas, epoxy flake, polyaspartic, or polished concrete are excellent choices.
Is commercial kitchen flooring NSF or USDA approved?
The systems we install are commonly specified for USDA, FDA, and NSF-regulated environments. The exact certification depends on the manufacturer and the specific system used. We confirm the approval status for any system at the time of bid.
How long will my kitchen be out of service during installation?
It depends on the system. Polyaspartic coatings can return a kitchen to service in 24 hours. Epoxy flake systems typically require 48–72 hours. Urethane mortar systems require longer cure times. We schedule around your hours of operation and can often work overnight or over weekends.
Can you install over existing tile or coatings?
In most cases, no. Tile, vinyl, and failing coatings need to be removed and the substrate properly prepared to bond with the new system. We handle removal and prep as part of every project.
Do you install integral cove base?
Yes. Integral cove base is a seamless transition from the floor up the wall, eliminating the joint where the floor meets the wall — a major hot spot for grease and bacteria. We include it on most commercial kitchen installations.
How slip-resistant are these floors when wet?
Slip resistance is built into the system through aggregate broadcast into the topcoat. The level of aggregate is selected for the environment — a dish room calls for more aggressive traction than a dining room. We discuss this during the on-site evaluation.
How long do commercial kitchen floors last?
Properly installed urethane mortar systems routinely last 15–20 years or longer. Epoxy and polyaspartic systems typically last 7–15 years depending on traffic and care. Polished concrete with periodic re-polishing can last the life of the slab.
How much does commercial kitchen flooring cost in Greenville, SC?
Cost ranges from roughly $5 per square foot for an epoxy flake system to $14 per square foot for a heavy-duty urethane mortar system, depending on slab condition, cove base, drains, and prep. ZDC provides free on-site evaluations and detailed estimates for every project.
What CSI MasterFormat sections cover commercial kitchen flooring?
Commercial kitchen flooring is most commonly specified under Section 09 67 23 (Resinous Flooring) for urethane mortar, epoxy, and polyaspartic systems, and Section 09 61 13 (Slip-Resistant Flooring Treatment) where additional traction is called out. Polished concrete falls under 03 35 43 and concrete staining under 09 61 19. We provide editable spec language and submittal documentation for any of these sections on request.
For Architects, Engineers & General Contractors
Specifying a commercial kitchen floor for an upcoming project?
Our commercial kitchen installations are typically scoped under
CSI MasterFormat Section 09 67 23 (Resinous Flooring)
with slip-resistance treatment under
Section 09 61 13. We provide submittal-ready documentation — product data, SDS, ICRI surface-profile records, and editable three-part specification language — for every project.
Visit our
For Architects, Engineers & General Contractors page for the full Division 03 and Division 09 spec mapping.
Get a Free Quote on Commercial Kitchen Flooring in Greenville, SC
Upgrade your kitchen with seamless, sanitary commercial flooring from Zachary Daniel Concrete — Greenville’s trusted contractor for foodservice, hospitality, and commercial flooring projects.
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(864) 770-8608 or request your free on-site estimate today.
