What happens in Vegas... Might be right under your feet!

By APF Polymer Surfaces. 

Check out this intricate project done for the Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas, Nevada! 

When ArCon Flooring got the opportunity to work on the stunning Cosmopolitan building in Vegas, they couldn’t wait to get started. ArCon, which is an international designer and installer, specializes in unique architectural flooring for spaces such as resorts, casinos, schools, hospitals, entertainment venues and more. Working in the Cosmopolitan with the unique, modern and contemporary feel of the resort/casino, paired with intricate design work was a match made in heaven for ArCon. The project was to create a flooring system for the Cosmopolitan’s unique porte-cochère terrazzo (a covered area for vehicles or carriages to travel under). But, as the 100,000-square-feet project began, they faced some challenges. Luckily, they were able to come up with the perfect solution with the help of APF Polymer Surfaces products! 

The challenge 

ArCon had difficulty finding a sealer that would adhere properly to its ARTEGO TZ system (an epoxy terrazzo) and protect and maintain the integrity of the unique floor design. They tried numerous one- component, solvent-based acrylic sealers — and nothing seemed to work. The acrylics didn't wear well, and they couldn't retain the gloss. The challenge: protecting and maintaining the appeal of the ARTEGO TZ Terrazo Flooring as it's exposed to heavy foot and vehicle traffic all day, every day. 

ArCon came to APF to drum up a solution. One of our reps sent them samples of Polyurethane 250, a two-component, low-viscosity acrylic urethane that's exclusive to APF, and is commonly used as an alternative to acrylic sealers. ArCon's wishes were answered. 

The solution 

ArCon utilized APF's Polyurethane 250 as the primer, and Poyurethane 100 as the too coat. These products were selected for their durability, UV stability, high gloss retention and easy maintenance. This sealer system solved every issue ArCon encountered with the conventional acrylic sealers. 

"The sealer not only passed the pull test, but passed with 100% concrete failure," said Alfonso Hernandez, research and development at ArCon Flooring. We were very satisfied with the performance of the APF products we used and very much appreciated the collaborative effort on the part of the APF to achieve a suitable situation for all involved." 

Original article and photo source: APF Polymer Surfaces