From protecting pipelines to sealing warehouse floors, an epoxy surface coating protects surfaces strengthens materials, and protects them from corrosion and decay, making epoxy one of the most widely used industrial finishes. While epoxy coatings may initially cost more than other types of surface coating materials, its ability to provide superior and durable corrosion resistance, adhesion, and flexibility to a variety of surfaces ultimately make it a more economical choice, as the need to reapply the coating may be less frequent when materials are prepared well.