The purpose of preparing the substrate is to create a stable and clean concrete surface that is ready for coating, allowing for good adhesion and long-term durability of the system to the substrate. The preparation of the surface largely determines the lifespan of the coating. The prerequisites before preparing the substrate are that the concrete surface should be leveled, dry, stable, and free of dust.

There are different methods for preparing an epoxy floor, including various methods for cleaning the surface:

The dustless shot blasting method.