Start with service conditions
Document traffic, point loads, impact, cleaning methods, temperature and every known chemical exposure. “Epoxy floor” is a category, not a complete specification.
Investigate the concrete
Age, moisture, curing compounds, oil, laitance, cracks and old coatings influence preparation. Adhesion and moisture testing may be appropriate before final selection.
Define preparation and details
Mechanical surface preparation, crack treatment, joints, coves, drains, transitions and terminations belong in the scope. These details often control long-term performance.
Plan the work window
Confirm access, ventilation, isolation, cure time and when the area must return to service. Product data and site conditions—not a generic promise—govern timing.