Rethinking multi-storey car parks – durable, sustainable, customisable

Long-term test proves: MC-Bauchemie's car park coating in the P3 car park in Zurich-Kloten is still in perfect condition after more than 20 years.
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E-charging station in the recently renovated B+B car park in Gelsenkirchen
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A high-performance, crack-bridging system setup was used in the multi-storey car park in Oradea, Romania, with the industrial floor resins MC-DUR 1320 VK, MC-DUR 1322, MC-DUR 2210 and MC-DUR 2211 MB.
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Long-term test proves: MC-Bauchemie's car park coating in the P3 car park in Zurich-Kloten is still in perfect condition after more than 20 years.
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E-charging station in the recently renovated B+B car park in Gelsenkirchen
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A high-performance, crack-bridging system setup was used in the multi-storey car park in Oradea, Romania, with the industrial floor resins MC-DUR 1320 VK, MC-DUR 1322, MC-DUR 2210 and MC-DUR 2211 MB.
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Whether new construction or refurbishment, multi-storey car parks place high demands on planning and execution. In addition to protecting reinforced concrete from chlorides and sealing cracks and joints, bright, safe and user-friendly design is one of the key objectives. For owners, durability, cost efficiency and short closure times during refurbishment are equally crucial. This variety of technical and design requirements shows that multi-storey car parks cannot be built according to a standard template. Each facility poses unique challenges in terms of construction, use and design.

While in regions like Northern and Central Europe freeze–thaw cycles, de-icing salts and temperature fluctuations dominate, warmer regions focus more on UV protection and thermal loads. Added to this are the high requirements for crack bridging, slip resistance, noise reduction and colour guidance.

National and international standards, such as the German 'Technical Rule for the Maintenance of Concrete Structures' (DIBt) or EN 1504-2, define the performance parameters modern coatings must meet. MC, however, goes far beyond these standards: with precisely coordinated system structures, fast processing and individually combinable products, MC offers solutions that set new benchmarks in cost efficiency, durability and sustainability.

MC’s modular system for car parks offers variety from just a few components

The strength of MC-Bauchemie lies in the system logic of its product portfolio. With just a few core products from the MC-DUR family, which can be flexibly combined depending on requirements, various system structures can be implemented. The car park modular coating system essentially includes industrial floor resins such as MC-DUR 1320 VK, MC-DUR 1322, MC-DUR 2210 and MC-DUR 2211 MB, as well as various products of the MC-DUR TopSpeed range. They form the basis for numerous surface protection systems, ranging from OS 8 (generally rigid) to OS 11 a/b (increased dynamic crack bridging) and OS 10 and OS 14 (both offering very high dynamic crack bridging). This modular design reduces complexity for planners and applicators while enabling precise adaptation to technical, economic and aesthetic conditions. MC-Bauchemie also offers additional system solutions for complex coating requirements, such as conductive products for discharge pads in entrance areas or cathodic corrosion protection (CCP).

The result is a comprehensive product range that can address all challenges, from ground-bearing concrete slabs in underground garages to open-air decks. Flexibility in colour design also plays a major role: bright surfaces improve light yield and safety, while customised colours provide orientation and support the clients' designs and brand identity. Many products are also manufactured locally to reduce transport distances and conserve resources.

Less thickness, more performance with MC-DUR TopSpeed flex plus

A central highlight of current developments is the surface protection system MC-DUR TopSpeed flex plus, a new generation of rapid car park coating that combines sustainability, cost effectiveness and technical performance. This innovative system not only meets the properties of a rigid OS 8 system but also fulfils all requirements of an OS 11a system, despite having around 50% lower material consumption and correspondingly reduced layer thicknesses. This unmatched performance record has been confirmed by new test certificates and assessments from KIWA.

"With the new OS 8/11a MC-DUR TopSpeed flex plus, we have created System 2.0," says Dr Jonas Tendyck, Head of Product Management for Resin Flooring and the Technical Director for Reactive Resins in the DACH region at MC-Bauchemie. “We achieve the same or even higher technical performance with significantly less material. This saves resources, reduces plastic consumption and significantly shortens construction times thanks to the binder technology of the MC-DUR TopSpeed products.” (Read more in the interview with Dr Jonas Tendyck in our MC aktiv on p. 11)

MC-DUR TopSpeed flex plus in use in an underground car park in Ulm

In summer 2025, a underground car park in Ulm’s Fischerviertel (Germany) was comprehensively refurbished using the OS 8 system MC-DUR TopSpeed flex plus. Following a system comparison, the owner selected the MC system, impressed by its high dynamic and static crack bridging, abrasion resistance and mechanical durability. The system build-up on approximately 3,500 m² floor area consisted of MC-DUR 1177 WV-A, MC-DUR TopSpeed SC and MC-DUR TopSpeed flex plus, with MC-DUR TopSpeed as the wearing layer. The walls were coated with the high-performance coating MC-Color T 21. Despite the confined spaces and tight schedule, the project was completed on time. The result is a durable, resilient, and easy-to-maintain underground car park that convinced the owner with its technical and aesthetic qualities.

OS 10 system on an exposed deck with E-charging stations in a car park in Gelsenkirchen

The OS 10 MC-DUR TopSpeed flex plus system, that is built from the same products but differs in consumption rates, was also used in the B+B multi-storey car park in Gelsenkirchen (Germany). Two parking decks – the covered Deck 8 and the open-air Deck 9 with parking areas and traffic lanes – were coated with the high-quality OS 10 MC system. The goals were to eliminate depressions on the decks, avoid the formation of standing water and ice in winter, and permanently bridge the stressed joints of the precast concrete slabs.

MC was chosen because the system can be processed in challenging weather conditions ranging from 2 °C to 35 °C, cures quickly thanks to integrated KineticBoost® technology, and becomes rainproof after just 30 min. A particular challenge was the integration of E-charging stations, which were highlighted with colour and electrically insulated. The result is a long-lasting protection with high wear and colour stability, good cleanability and excellent functionality – making it ideal for modern car parks with high traffic volumes, EV charging zones and aesthetic requirements. The bright colour scheme also enhances orientation and safety at night. The results were so convincing that by 2026, E-charging stations in 50 B+B car parks across Germany will be renovated using this system.

Long-term test confirms durability for car parks of MC systems after 20 years

A recent test report by the Rheinland-Pfälzische Technische Universität Kaiserslautern-Landau (RPTU) in Germany demonstrates the impressive durability of MC’s car park coating systems. The OS 8 system consisting of MC-DUR 1200 VK and MC-DUR 1252, was installed over 20 years ago in the P3 car park at Zurich-Kloten Airport and shows remarkable resistance. Even after decades of traffic load, the coating reliably protects the concrete structure, including against chloride ingress, significantly contributing to the long-term preservation of the building substance.

The Parking Abrasion Test (PAT) revealed an average wear depth of just 0.1 mm after two decades of use, which is a clear evidence of the system’s exceptional durability. MC-DUR 1252 also impresses with its chemical resistance, low flammability and ability to integrate seamlessly into existing structures. For owners and operators, this means long-term planning reliability, extended maintenance intervals and reduced lifecycle costs. Fewer refurbishments save material, energy, and CO₂ emissions over the years, as well as ultimately saving a lot of money.

As you can see from the above and the following references, MC's car park coatings perform well in diverse climatic and structural conditions, not only in Germany but also in south-eastern Europe.

Efficiency and colour design in the Oradea car park in Romania

With around 11,000 m², the car park in Oradea, Romania, is one of the largest car park coating projects in Eastern Europe. The system build-up used industrial floor resins such as MC-DUR 1320 VK, MC-DUR 1322, MC-DUR 2210 and MC-DUR 2211 MB, which have been combined to create a high-performance coating system with a crack-bridging intermediate layer. This offers high load-bearing capacity when subjected to strong shear and lateral forces, excellent crack bridging, and resistance to temperature fluctuations, frost and weathering, making it ideal for heavily used decks and ramps.

The application took place in multiple construction phases and under challenging weather conditions, providing an ideal opportunity to demonstrate the workability, effectiveness and reliability of the MC systems. A key feature of the project was the local production of materials, which significantly reduced transport distances and emissions while ensuring reliable scheduling. Additionally, the wall surfaces received a coloured finish using the MC-Color Flair pure system, creating a bright, modern appearance and serving as a visual guidance system for users.

Adding value for car parks through durability

In car park refurbishment, durability is a key economic factor, as every refurbishment results in closure times, loss of revenue and logistical challenges. MC-Bauchemie’s long-lasting coating systems reduce maintenance intervals and increase availability, providing clear advantages for operators and users alike. The combination of mechanical durability, chemical resistance and dynamic crack bridging makes them a sustainable investment. Thanks to the high weather resistance of the MC-DUR TopSpeed systems, even exposed decks can be refurbished quickly and without enclosures, which is ideal for heavily frequented inner-city facilities.

With over 60 years of experience and numerous international projects, MC-Bauchemie combines global expertise with local consulting competence. Technical advisors support owners, planners, and applicators in selecting and applying systems, developing solutions that excel in technical, economic and aesthetical terms.

Thanks to innovations such as the highly crack-bridging MC-DUR TopSpeed flex plus and its associated system structures, as well as a comprehensive range of products for refurbishing car parks and underground garages, MC has established itself as a leader in durable, resource-efficient and customisable car park coatings. These help to ensure that car parks are safe, bright and long-lasting structures in modern cities.