Vivarium Epoxy Floors
A vivarium is an enclosed area that is used for raising animals or plants in a controlled environment. Often, the facilities are to perfectly mimic an ecosystem or environment that is radically different from the outside environment. This requires very specialized construction methods, including specialized flooring. These floors must be capable of containing the environment without introducing any outside factors. They must also be tailored to suit the individual animal species being raised in the vivarium. A high level of resistance, durability, and the ability to be cleaned easily are also often requirements of floors installed in a vivarium.
Areas that may require vivarium epoxy flooring solutions
While the main areas require special flooring, there are many other sections of these specialized areas that also have different flooring needs. Below are several of these areas:
- Cage washing areas
- Corridors and hallways
- Maintenance areas, tunnels, and crawl spaces
- Mechanical equipment rooms and storage
- Necropsy labs
- Showers and locker rooms
- Storage spaces and warehouses, especially those that store chemicals
- Surgical suites and recovery areas
Special areas also have to be installed for different animals. Some animals require more durable flooring or flooring that has a texture to it. All of these areas must be easy to clean. These specialized holding areas must be customized to handle the following types of animals:
- Canines
- Hooved animals
- Rabbits, mice, and rats
- Non-human primates
- Aquatic animals
Vivarium Epoxy Flooring Portland to Salem Oregon
Smith & Company Painting has experience with a number of vivarium installations and is ready to provide further information and quotes for vivarium epoxy flooring solutions. We service clients from Portland to Salem Oregon.
