Great Solutions for Garage Floor Finishes

November 16, 2008 by admin  
Filed under Floor Finishes

Garage Floor Coatings

Raw concrete floors in garages are subjected to exposure to many harsh chemicals and physical wear and tear. An unprotected floor may result in long term damage to the concrete and result in the need for extensive repairs. To avoid costly expenses later on, it is always better to have a professional, durable protective coating applied to your concrete garage floor. Many consumers will attempt to apply inferior coatings that are available off the shelf. One drawback of this approach is that applying the these consumer coating onto your garage floor may prove to be too difficult. It can also be a very time consuming job. Preparation of concrete surfaces and the correct application of these floor coatings is very time consuming for anyone who does not do it on a regular basis. Failure to prepare the concrete surface may result in in an inferior finish, or worse a sticky mess. Our professional installers have years of experience in the garage flooring industry and are experts in proper preparation of surfaces and the correct application os our superior floor coatings. Our custom blended garage floor coating consist of liquid thermo-plastics and ceramic granules and will provide you with protection for your garage floor against the harmful effects of corrosive substances on the porous concrete flooring of your garage.

Protect Your Garage Floor with Professional Coatings

Epoxy Coatings for Garage Floors - Epoxy Coatings are special chemical coatings that are comprised of two chemical reactants that are combined immediately before application. Once applied to the floor these reactant combine chemically to create an extremely durable surface. These coatings can be pigmented with a wide range of color. They can also be mixed with colored granules that will give a terrazo style finish. There are two basic types of epoxy

Thermoplastic Garage Floor Coatings - This coating system is a thermoplastic acrylic designed for sealing over concrete. This is also a very durable floor coating that comes in a variety of granite like finishes. It seals and protects the substrate from stains, chemical attack, and surface wear.

Vinyl TIles for Garage Floors
- Perhaps the easiest solution for garage flooring is vinyl tiles. These tiles come in a wide variety of patterns, textures, and colors. They are also simple to install. the drawback is that since the installation leaves seams there is the potential for moisture penetration and lifting. This potential can be mitigated with careful maintenance and care.

Why Should I Hire a Professional Floor Coating Installer?

The best way to get a durable floor coating is to hire a contractor who specializes in garage floor coatings. We have experience working with all the major problems and challenges associated with concrete coating and restoration. Trained installers will know how to deal with problems typically associated with concrete floors and apply the correct treatments quickly. Since these situations typically occur in garage makeover projects, professional installers will be ready to deal with most problems and keep your project moving along.

Don’t use a standard porch and floor paint on your garage; they just don’t hold up. Have the contractor use a commercial grade coating, which should last many times longer than normal paints.

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