Feb 12, 2026
In this episode, Dominic Rubino talks with Jake Latvala, about the most common epoxy production problems foremen face and how to fix them before they turn into rework, delays, or callbacks.
Topics covered in this episode:
- Deep-pour epoxy vs low-grade epoxy (and why yellowing/cracking
happens)
- Wood prep: sanding, debarking, flake prevention, edge sealing for
fewer bubbles
- Flood coat vs oil finish (pros/cons + client expectations)
-Summer vs winter curing differences (and what it does to
scheduling)
-Managing thermal reaction: fans, AC, and pouring in stages
-Dust + bug control for flood coats (booth/tent strategies)
-Why epoxy must be priced as custom work (materials can cost
significantly more than wood)
-Training options for shops and foremen getting into epoxy work
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