Client Testimonials

“We just finished a 45,000 sq ft elementary school, and the S3 system was a game-changer. We applied MoistureShield directly to the slab as soon as it was walk-on – around 6-10 hours after each pour. It gave us a permanent cure and seal plus moisture mitigation all in one step. We knocked out all 45,000 sq ft within a day of the final pour and had flooring going down weeks ahead of schedule.

For the cafeteria and hallways, we used HydroCoat to protect the concrete during construction. It acted as a sacrificial layer that came off on the first pass of polishing, but it did its job – no stains, no paint overspray, nothing. Two full school years later with heavy foot traffic, and the floor still looks beautiful. No moisture callbacks, no issues – just a perfect installation.”

Elementary School – Phoenix, AZ
Project Manager, General Contractor

“We were under the gun with our new 80,000 sq ft medical center – fast-track construction with zero room for error. The problem? All five floors were testing at 95-99% RH. That’s a nightmare scenario.

The S3 team walked us through it. We used Surface Prep EXT to prep everything, then applied MoistureShield on those high-moisture floors. We’re talking small rooms with cabinets already installed, and we needed to get LVT and sheet vinyl down in patient rooms plus terrazzo in public areas. Surface Prep gave us a CSP 3 profile on the terrazzo areas even with that crazy high RH and pH.

Eighteen months later? Everything still looks factory-fresh. This system gave us the confidence we needed in a high-stakes healthcare environment and kept us on schedule. Can’t ask for more than that.”

Regional Medical Center – Atlanta, GA
Facilities Director, Healthcare System

“MoistureShield completely changed how we approach new construction. On our 62-unit assisted living facility, we treated 35,000 sq ft of slab right after it set up. Being able to skip the usual moisture testing delays and go straight to flooring once the building was enclosed saved us three full weeks on the critical path.

We did LVP and carpet tile in the residential rooms using S3 4151 adhesive, then used HydroCoat over the polished concrete in common areas to protect it while walls were going up. No stains, no damaged concrete. Now the facilities team tells us how easy those floors are to maintain. Zero failures, zero concerns – exactly what we needed.”

Assisted Living Facility – Seattle, WA
General Contractor

“We spec’d the S3 system for our 28,000 sq ft flagship store, and it delivered. Surface Prep EXT gave us great concrete profiling, MoistureShield handled the permanent moisture protection, and HydroCoat protected our floors during construction before we polished the showroom concrete.

The install was flawless. Two years of constant customer traffic later, and those floors still look pristine. We liked it so much, it’s now our standard spec for all new stores.”

Retail Plaza – Dallas, TX
Store Development Manager, National Retailer

“After asbestos abatement in a 15,000 sq ft hospital wing, we had to deal with potential contamination residue. We used Surface Prep EXT to clean everything and profile the substrate, then put down MRP for chemical isolation and moisture protection. That single-coat solution took all the worry out of the equation – no concerns about residual chemicals messing with the new flooring.

We installed sheet vinyl and carpet tile using S3 4151 adhesive. The hospital’s environmental team was really impressed, especially with the UL Greenguard Gold certification on the 4151. Performance-wise, this has been the best installation we’ve done in years. Honestly, I look at this system as an insurance policy for my business.”

Hospital Renovation – Boston, MA
Project Superintendent, Commercial Flooring Installer

“We had a busy medical clinic that just went through abatement work, and substrate contamination was our biggest worry. Surface Prep EXT cleaned everything thoroughly, and MRP gave us that perfect isolation barrier. The two-product combo gave us complete peace of mind.

We laid LVT throughout the exam rooms and waiting areas – zero issues. The best part? The clinic stayed open during installation thanks to the low-odor, fast-curing formulas. That’s huge when you’re working in an occupied medical facility.”

Medical Clinic – Portland, OR
Flooring Contractor, Pacific Floor Systems

“We tackled a 1960s school building that needed asbestos remediation across 40,000 sq ft. The S3 system – Surface Prep EXT to remove surface contaminants and open up the concrete, then the rest of the system – worked perfectly. Everything being low VOC and water-based meant we could work during summer break without worrying about ventilation.

We put LVP with 4151 adhesive in all the classrooms. Five school years later, it’s still performing flawlessly. That’s saying something with the abuse school floors take.”

School Modernization – Chicago, IL
Facilities Manager, Urban School District

“This office renovation had us using the full S3 toolkit. We started with UnGlu’d to strip off three layers of old adhesive – two layers of multipurpose from 10-20 years ago, plus a top layer of pressure-sensitive. Compared to grinding, it was like magic.

Surface Prep EXT cleaned and etched everything perfectly. We applied MRP for moisture protection, then got to work: carpet tile in offices with S3 2075, LVP in conference rooms with S3 4151, sheet vinyl in the break room, and VCT in restrooms. All told, 25,000 sq ft with multiple flooring types.

Having one adhesive system handle everything simplified the whole job and eliminated any compatibility worries. We could focus on installation instead of juggling different products.”

Office Complex – Denver, CO
Commercial Flooring Installer

“The developer wanted variety across their 50,000 sq ft space – rubber flooring in the fitness center, LVP in residential units, carpet tile in offices, VCT in common areas. After removing existing adhesives with UnGlu’d and prepping with Surface Prep EXT, we installed everything using S3 2075 and 4151 adhesives.

The versatility was incredible. We cut material costs by 15% and saved days on labor by not having to stock and switch between multiple adhesive products. Two years later in Florida humidity, every installation is still holding perfectly. You can’t beat that.”

Mixed-Use Development – Miami, FL
Flooring Subcontractor

“Our retail client had high moisture, high pH, and was going from broadloom to a mix of everything – LVP in the showroom, carpet tile in offices, sheet vinyl in the stockroom, rubber flooring in the break area. Total makeover.

We pulled the old glue with UnGlu’d – that product is incredibly efficient – then prepped with Surface Prep EXT. We fixed all the cracks and saw cuts with QuikFill, applied MRP for moisture protection, and used S3 4151 adhesive throughout. The whole 18,000 sq ft went smoothly with zero failures.

The single-system approach simplified purchasing, cut down on waste, and gave us total confidence in long-term performance across all those different flooring types. That’s the kind of install that makes you look like a hero.”

Retail Renovation – Los Angeles, CA
Store Fixtures & Flooring Specialist