How We Install Quartz Carpet Flooring

Quartz carpet flooring is one of the most durable and elegant systems available – but it only performs at its best when it’s installed correctly. At Sarmeda Flooring Services we follow a strict, multi-stage process to make sure every classroom, office or home we work on is beautiful, safe and long-lasting.

Below we walk you through our full installation method, using a real project at a local school as an example – including preparation, screeding and the final por-fill seal coat.

1. Surface Preparation – Grinding the Existing Floor

Every successful quartz floor starts with a sound, well-prepared substrate. We begin by mechanically grinding the existing concrete to remove old glues, paints and weak surface laitance.

This grinding:

• Removes contaminants that could block adhesion
• Opens the concrete so the primer and binder can penetrate
• Levels minor high spots and creates a uniform profile

Why this matters: A quartz carpet floor is only as good as the base it bonds to. Skipping proper preparation can lead to bubbling, peeling, and premature failure – which is why we never compromise on this step.

2. Priming – Creating a Strong Chemical Bond

Once the floor is clean and dry, we apply a high-quality primer across the entire surface. The primer:

• Locks in fine dust from grinding
• Strengthens and consolidates the concrete surface
• Ensures a strong chemical bond between the substrate and the quartz binder
• Helps prevent air bubbles migrating into the stone layer

We only proceed when the primer has reached the correct tack level – not too wet, not too dry – for optimal bonding.

3. Mixing the Quartz Stone & Binder

Next, we mix high-quality, UV-stable quartz stone with a specialised epoxy binder in carefully controlled ratios. This gives a flexible yet hard-wearing floor that can handle the movement and daily traffic of busy school corridors and classrooms.

The mix is poured onto the primed floor in measured quantities, ready for the screeding team to work it out.

4. Screeding – Spreading & Tightening the Quartz Layer

With the fresh mix on the floor, our installers use specialised trowels to spread the quartz carpet to a consistent thickness – typically around 6–8 mm, depending on the specification.

The next pass is all about tightening and compacting the stone, closing the structure and bringing the binder to the surface just enough to lock everything together.

Craftsmanship detail
This is a hands-on, physical step that demands experience and timing. A well-tightened screed prevents weak spots, colour variation, and early wear in high-traffic areas.

5. Polishing – Smoothing the Surface

After the quartz has settled and started to cure, we lightly polish the surface. This removes loose stones, high spots and micro-imperfections to create a smooth, even texture underfoot.

6. Before Por-Fill – Completed Quartz Carpet Layer

At this stage the quartz stone layer is fully formed. You can already see the colour, pattern and quality of the installation before the sealing coat is applied.

Any last checks for texture, level and transitions are done here, so the por-fill seals a floor we are already proud of.

7. Por-Fill – Sealing and Protecting the Floor

The final stage is the por-fill coat – a clear sealing layer that penetrates and locks the quartz stones in place.

• Protects the floor from dirt and staining
• Prevents dusting and stone loss
• Enhances colour depth and appearance
• Makes the floor easier to clean and maintain
• Improves comfort underfoot

For this school project, we used a **low-sheen finish** that reduces glare and hides day-to-day wear beautifully.

Why Schools & Businesses Choose Sarmeda