Inspection and analysisExamination

Inspection and analysis
Examination of the samples showed that the flooring had a base level of resin filled with
fine aggregate topped by a thin resin coating layer. Softening (symptomatic of liquid
absorption) of both base and surface had taken place. Although a strong soapy smell
was evident it could not be positively identified. Apart from the softening, there was no
visible evidence of surface scorching or blistering. However detailed inspection did reveal
dense microcracking when the flooring was subjected to modest flexural deformation.
This would explain the fragility of the material.