5 Common Factory Flooring Problems in Malaysia (And How to Avoid Them)

Factory flooring problems in Malaysia are more common than you think — especially when unsuitable materials and shortcuts are involved.

Here are the top 5 problems we see almost every week in Malaysian factories:

1. Dusting
Fine powder on shoes or surface? This is due to weak surface strength or poor material mix.

2. Peeling
If your floor coating is lifting or flaking, the most likely causes are: moisture from below or improper priming.

3. Cracking
Cracks appear when subfloors aren’t treated properly or there’s no planned expansion joints — especially under forklift stress.

4. Water Ponding
Uneven surface levels or missing floor gradient design often cause stagnant water – a hygiene and safety hazard.

5. Discoloration
Bright floors fading into yellow or patchy grey? This often results from UV-sensitive coatings or incorrect topcoat application.

These problems lead to:

• Costly maintenance cycles

• Downtime or disruptions

• Safety risks to staff and equipment

• Client audit failures