Garage floor coatings are one of the most durable, stain-resistant, and easy-to-clean decorative finishes available for garage floors and workshops today. They will protect the floor from the elements, instantly transforming your dull or ugly concrete surface into a professional-looking floor that combines beauty and functionality.
And since the garage has evolved beyond just a parking space, the benefits of concrete coatings have made them one of the most popular DIY garage flooring options today.
As a result, we will briefly explain what a garage floor coating really is. We will discuss the features, benefits, and how it is applied. More importantly, we will list the available coating options for DIY application, along with the pros and cons of each.
Additionally, we will provide excellent examples of where you can purchase quality coatings and DIY coating kits that we have reviewed and can recommend.
This article was updated in March of 2026 to reflect the most current trends and coating technology
What is A garage floor Coating?
A garage floor coating is a viscous thermosetting polymer resin that chemically crosslinks as it cures, creating a hard, durable, and chemically resistant wear surface. Epoxy, polyurethane, polyurea, and polyaspartic are the most common concrete coatings.
A catalyst activates the exothermic (releases heat) crosslinking reaction. For 2-part coatings, such as epoxy, the part-A resin/pigment is mixed with the part-B hardener, which serves as the catalyst. Moisture and/or oxygen in the air act as catalysts for single-part coatings.
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Benefits of Garage Floor Coatings
Commonly used for both residential and commercial applications, a high-quality coating or coating system will protect the concrete from oil and related automotive fluids, stains, chemicals, spills, and other substances vehicles may track into the garage.
In addition, they seal the concrete to prevent liquids, deicing fluids, and road salts from penetrating the surface and causing damage.
Most notably, coatings are very easy to clean and to keep looking clean.
Commercial-grade coatings receive high reviews from home mechanics and hobbyists. They are popular in automotive and workshop environments where rolling floor jacks, jack stands, rolling toolboxes, and other mechanical equipment are used.
Furthermore, the high gloss and lighter colors of floor coatings reflect overhead and natural light. This results in a brighter work environment that makes more efficient use of available light.
Lastly, when applied to a properly prepared concrete surface, coatings can form a strong mechanical bond, making them highly resistant to peeling and hot tires. The overall result is a decorative, scratch-resistant surface that lasts for years.
Single Coat vs Multi-Coat Garage Floor Coatings
The most durable garage floor coatings are multiple-coat systems, and the industry standard for professional installers. They are also the most popular among DIY enthusiasts who want the best protection and value for their money.
These coating systems consist of a minimum base color coat, optional decorative color flakes, and a high-performance clear topcoat. The clear coat is essential for locking in the color flakes, protecting the color coat, and extending the coating’s life and durability.
Many times, these are hybrid coating systems. In other words, the base color may be a thick, high-build epoxy coat with a polyurethane, polyurea, or polyaspartic clear top coat.
Options may include an epoxy primer coat for highly porous concrete, high-solids epoxy base coats, or other coatings. They are also used as a primer color coat for very light (white) or very dark base coat colors to achieve proper color tone.
Lastly, some are specially formulated to provide moisture-vapor-barrier protection for concrete with moisture issues.
Tan, beige, and various shades of gray are the most common base coat colors because they hide dirt best. However, high-quality coatings offer a wider range of colors for the DIY installer to choose from.
Other options include metallics and custom color-flake blends that match your style, home, or even your favorite sports team.
A more budget-friendly option for the DIY installer is a single coat application. Examples include a single color coat or a high-performance clear coat that protects and highlights the character of bare concrete.
Single coat applications are not as durable as multi-coat applications. However, they are less expensive to install and still effectively protect and seal the concrete, including stain protection. High-quality single-coat applications will also provide longer wear than budget, store-bought options.
How Thick are Garage Floor Coatings?
The overall thickness of a garage floor coating varies and depends on many factors. These include the type of coating material used, the number of coats applied, and the choice between random or full color flake coverage.
A typical commercial-grade garage floor coating system averages 8-12 mils of dry film thickness. These coating systems typically include a base color coat, partial color flake coverage, and a single clear coat. A mil is 1/1000th of an inch. Standard copy paper averages 3 mils thick for reference.
A concrete coating system that consists of an epoxy primer coat, a high-solids epoxy base color coat, full color flake coverage, and the appropriate clear coats can average 15-25 mils or more in overall thickness.
In contrast, a lower-performing single-coat kit, such as EpoxyShield by Rust-Oleum, averages only 3 mils dry film thickness. You can expect an overall thickness of 4–4.5 mils when the optional EpoxyShield Clear Coat is applied.
Are Garage Floor Coatings Slippery?
Most floor coatings are not slippery when they are dry. However, epoxy and other coatings can become slippery when wet. Typically, the glossier a coating is, the slipperier it becomes when wet.
A heavy application of color flakes can add texture to a coating and reduce slipperiness, but it is not a substitute for a slip-resistant surface. An anti-slip media is typically mixed into the final coat to achieve a non-slip surface.
Are Coatings and Garage Floor Paint the Same?
Concrete garage floor paint and 1-part epoxy paint are not the same as thermosetting garage floor coatings and provide far less protection. They are thin, water-based acrylic polymer formulations containing pigments, binders, and additives.
When applied to concrete, they dry like paint on a wall. All will peel from hot tires, generally sooner rather than later. Furthermore, they are much less wear-resistant and are only available in a satin finish.
The primary reasons for their use in a garage environment include their low price point, ease of application, and deceptive marketing tactics that prey on the average consumer’s lack of knowledge about coatings.
Of the two, 1-part epoxy paint performs better and is worth the few extra dollars per gallon. It incorporates 2-4% epoxy ester resin as an additive to enhance durability over standard paint.
DIY Garage Floor Coating Options
The choice of concrete coating materials available for DIY application has expanded in the last decade. Epoxy is no longer the only player on the field.
Some are easier to apply than others, and each has its own benefits and drawbacks that you should be aware of.
Epoxy
Epoxy has been the most common garage floor coating material for decades. It is a 2-part coating consisting of part A, an epoxy resin, and part B, a hardener/catalyst. High-solids (>85%), commercial-grade epoxy is typically 8-10 mils dry film thickness.
High-solids to 100% solids epoxy has self-leveling properties, provides an excellent build coat, and is the best medium for receiving a full-color flake application.
Epoxy is popular for use in industrial applications, warehouses, garage floors, and workshops. Return-to-service times are longer due to slower cure rates. You can walk on it in 24 hours and drive on it in 72 hours.
Epoxy Pros
- Longer curing time allows for the best adhesion to concrete
- High solids epoxy (>85%) will not peel from hot tires
- Provides the thickest build coat at 8-12 mils DFT and greater.
- Self-leveling properties
- Good impact resistance
- Best at hiding surface repairs and concrete imperfections
- Best for receiving full broadcast color flake applications
- Offers the most color options
- Excellent chemical resistance
- Good wear resistance and stain resistance
Epoxy Cons
- Shorter working time of 25 – 55 minutes
- Limited application temperatures between 60° and 85°
- Not UV stable – develops a yellow tint with exposure to sunlight
- Does not flex, making it less resistant to cracking
- Longer cure and recoat requirements add to the overall installation time
- Has increased in cost over the years
Polyurethane
Polyurethane is a thin coating with an average DFT of 2-2.5 mils. It is available in single-part and 2- part (2K) formulations. With some exceptions, it is primarily used as a final clear or colored topcoat for other coatings, such as epoxy.
Before the advent of polyurea, polyurethanes’ UV stability and superior wear, stain, and scratch resistance made it the go-to high-performance top coat for epoxy on garage floors, workshops, and in industrial applications for many years.
Newer water-based versions with low to no VOC content have become popular for indoor applications. However, they are not ideal for garage floors. They are susceptible to tire staining and to some chemicals and solvents.
Polyurethane Pros
- Great topcoat for epoxy
- UV stable
- Excellent chemical, stain, and abrasion resistance
- High gloss appearance
- Ideal for high traffic areas
- High flexibility increases abrasion resistance and impact resistance
Polyurethane Cons
- Can be finicky to apply and leave roller marks if not careful
- Sensitive to moisture and high humidity during application
- Requires multiple coats for application over full color flake floors
- Can be high in VOCs
- Moderate resistance to tire staining
Polyurea
The characteristics of polyurea are similar to those of polyurethane, but with some distinct advantages. It adheres very well to properly prepared concrete surfaces, it cures faster, and it’s thicker at 4-10 mils DFT. Polyurea is also more resistant to moisture and extreme temperatures during installation.
It used to be that only 2-part polyurea was available as a concrete floor coating and was used strictly by professional installers. Its extremely short working time of 15-20 minutes and fast curing time of 2-3 hours enabled same-day installation.
However, the arrival of single-part polyurea has been a game-changer for DIY garage floor coatings. The easy application, long working times, no mixing of components, UV stability, and extended wear have made it a favorite over epoxy.
It’s our #1 recommendation for most DIY installers looking for an incredibly durable, easy-to-apply garage floor coating system.
Single-Part Polyurea Pros
- Multiple color choices
- Excellent, clear topcoat for bare concrete or epoxy
- No mixing of A and B components
- Long working time reduces installation anxieties over other coatings
- Adheres well to properly prepared concrete
- Faster cure times = quicker return to service
- UV stable
- Excellent chemical and stain resistance
- High abrasion resistance – wears longer than epoxy or polyurethane
- Excellent impact resistance due to flexibility
- Flexible and better withstands the expansion and contraction of substrates
Single-Part Polyurea Cons
- Higher VOCs during application – NIOSH-approved respirator recommended
- Not as thick as high solids epoxy
- Won’t hide imperfections in concrete as well as epoxy
- Cannot be shipped to the South Coast Quality Air Management District
Polyaspartic
Polyaspartic is essentially an advanced type of polyurea. 100% solids polyaspartic is harder than polyurea and typically provides the best chemical, abrasion, and UV protection. It is primarily used by professional installers as a clear topcoat due to its very short working time (15-20 minutes) and quick return to service.
DIY-friendly polyaspartics have 65-80% solids content and/or slow-cure options allowing for longer working times. Depending on the solids content, it can be applied thicker than polyurea, making it an excellent choice as a clear topcoat for full color flake and outdoor applications.
It is also the most resistant to tire staining. However, the abrasion and scratch resistance of DIY-friendly polyaspartics is slightly less than that of single-part polyurea.
Polyaspartic Pros
- Excellent, clear topcoat over epoxy, polyurea, and full color flake applications
- Best UV stability
- Excellent chemical and stain resistance
- Long wear
- 2-3 mils thicker than single-part polyurea
- Shorter cure time means quicker return to service
Polyaspartic Cons
- Does not adhere to bare concrete as well
- Can be high in VOCs, similar to those of single-part polyurea
- Higher cost than single-part polyurea
- Typically not found in kit form and must be purchased separately
Moisture-Cured Urethane
Though not as common as the previously mentioned coatings, moisture-cured urethane (MCU) concrete coatings are fairly new to DIY installers. They are thin, single-part, high-performance, industrial-grade floor coatings designed to deliver exceptional durability and chemical resistance.
MCUs cure by reacting with ambient moisture in the air, creating a dense, tightly crosslinked surface that bonds aggressively to properly prepared concrete.
Newer aluminum-metallic MCU concrete coatings with long working times are becoming increasingly popular in workshops and some garages. They have high heat tolerance, making them less susceptible to welding burns. They are ideal for garages and workshops where floors are exposed to vehicle traffic, hot tires, dropped tools, oils, fuels, and heavy equipment.
Some MCUs may not require etching of the concrete before application. DuraGrade Concrete by Rust Bullet is one such example.
MCU Pros
- No mixing of A and B components
- Shorter recoat times decrease overall installation time
- Quicker return to service
- Better UV resistance than epoxy
- Excellent resistance to abrasion, chemicals, fuels, and solvents
- Excellent impact resistance
- Aluminized MCUs have high heat tolerances up to 500 degrees
- Excellent adhesion to properly prepared concrete
- Can be less expensive than some commercial coatings
MCU Cons
- Thin dry film thickness of 2-3 mils requires two or more base coats
- Some can be high in VOCs – similar to single-part polyurea
- Sensitive to moisture and excessive humidity during installation
- Can be finicky to apply and leave roller marks if not careful
- Aluminized MCUs are not as decorative and glossy
How Garage Floor Coatings are Applied
Garage floor coatings can be professionally installed or done yourself. A DIY installation can save you quite a bit on labor costs and materials. It’s not that difficult as long as you make yourself familiar with all the steps required and plan accordingly.
The first and most important step for a successful coating is preparing the concrete surface. The process involves etching or grinding the surface to create the proper profile for the coating to adhere to.
Next, concrete cracks are repaired. This includes any surface damage, such as pitting or spalling. It is important to use the appropriate concrete repair materials.
Once repairs are complete, the base color coat is applied, followed immediately by the optional color flakes. The clear coat is applied within the recoat window, after the color coat has cured for the minimum required time.
Read our complete guide on How to Apply Garage Floor Coatings
Most coatings require 24 hours before they can accept foot traffic and 48-72 hours before they can accept vehicle traffic. Some exceptions apply.
Where to Buy Commercial-Grade DIY Garage Floor Coatings
Most commercial-grade DIY concrete coatings for garage floors and workshops are purchased online from professional concrete coating vendors. These vendors provide the knowledge and experience required to assist DIY installers with all their project needs.
At All Garage Floors, we make it easy for you to find these vendors and shop for the coatings that best meet your needs and budget. Just visit our Shop Page and select a coating category.
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Home improvement centers, hardware stores, and most paint stores typically do not sell commercial-grade concrete coatings. The primary reason is that they do not employ staff with the experience, knowledge, and time needed to provide proper customer service for such coatings.
Drawbacks to Garage Floor Coatings
As tough as garage floor coatings can be, they are not resistant to everything.
Welding is hard on floor coatings and can create burn marks from the hot slag that falls on them. In fact, metal fabrication in general can be rough on floor coatings. This is due to the tendency of heavy, sharp objects to be dragged across the surface.
If you are interested in a more utilitarian coating that makes cleanup easier while also resisting hot slag and grinding sparks, we suggest an aluminized MCU coating.
Furthermore, coatings are not a good choice for garage floors and workshops that have moisture issues from below the slab. An excessive rate of moisture vapor transmission from beneath the slab can cause coatings to delaminate.
Final Thoughts
As we mentioned, a garage floor coating can completely transform the appearance of your garage or workshop floor. It’s durable, easy to clean, highly stain-resistant, and flat out looks great.
One important point we want to make is that you genuinely get what you pay for with concrete floor coatings. If you want a budget product, you will get budget performance and looks. If you spend a bit more, you will be rewarded with a much more durable coating that performs better, lasts longer, and looks fantastic.
In the long run, it will actually save you both time and money to purchase higher quality coating products – by far.
So, whether you are turning your garage into a man cave, a working shop for car repairs and projects, or just a place to park your cars, it’s hard to beat the benefits of a quality garage floor coating system.
Great video.
My wife and I are about to move into a new house. I want to treat the floor. To be honest, I am pretty overwhelmed.
Congratulations on the new home! The best time to do a floor is when the garage is empty. It can be overwhelming at first if you are attempting to do it yourself, but if you establish a game plan with all the supplies and steps involved, you will find that the job itself is not that difficult.
Good luck!
Wow, I knew that epoxy floors are popular but I had no idea how tough they really are. I wasn’t sure what I wanted to do with my garage but now I’m fairly sure this is what the wife and I want. Some of these floors look awesome!
I have a large garage with a basement. Water from melted snow and rain from car tires finds its way from the first floor/ground cement floor level into the garage basement. We would like to remodel the garage basement but first we need to address the water issue. I had planned to apply an epoxy covering available at chain hardware store myself to the first floor. We would like the first floor of the garage to look good but addressing the water migration issue is our first priority. Any suggestions would be appreciated.
Hello Greg and thanks for the question. A quality epoxy coating will not allow any standing water that is on the surface to migrate through the epoxy and into the concrete. If you have any joints that the water can migrate to, then you will need to address those first with a joint filler. If the water is working in some other way, we recommend that you contact a contractor in your area that deals with water issues such as yours in order to get to the root of the problem.
Metallic Floors are incredible. Go from mild to wild. You can not go wrong with this floor system.
I am building a 900 Sq Ft garage, How long should I wait before applying epoxy to the new concrete?
You need to wait a minimum of 28 days before applying the epoxy.
Can a person apply it in sections like floor wax. Do one half one week and apply the second half the next. Or does that leave a large easily seen seam between the two applications.
Hi C.Z. If your floor has contraction joints to use as a border you can do one half one week and the other half the next. Just make sure that if you are using more than one container of Part A colored resin that you mix the two together first to insure color uniformity. If you do not have the contraction joints to use as a border then you will definitely notice where the two meet. It’s not pretty.
Hi!!
I probably should have found your website BEFORE I applied epoxy paint on my tile floor… 😛 I used everything that you mentioned except the flakes and the top coating. Thing is that while it looks really really nice, it gets really dusty and dirty as soon as I step on it… Can you please tell me why is that and if I can counter it..?
Hello Tasos. The color of the floor generally will dictate how much dust you see from footprints and such. Darker floors show dust much more than lighter colored floors. Also, your floor should feel smooth and not tacky. If it’s tacky then it hasn’t cured 100% and will attract dust.
Just something to point out. I believe they mean the average garage floor is 400 sq. ft. and not 400sf² as that is saying to square 400, which is 160,000 sq. ft. Although I must say, would make for an awfully nice garage. 🙂
Lol….. Thanks Shane! We went through a debate a while back when trying to decided whether to use sq. ft. or ft². I don’t think we have come to an agreement yet. However, I don’t think we discussed using sf². Thanks for pointing that out and taking the time to read our post.
i have been researching and searching for a very long time for a self-leveling product to level my whole garage floor. If you have any recommendations i would be greatly appreciative. So far almost all manufactures that i have contacted will NOT recommend their product for 1. garage floors, as they are considered “wear” surfaces and 2. not compatible with having epoxy over them most require a flooring over them . So this subject is one that i haven’t seen covered here. the two products that i have found are; Eddison Coatings, level-x 52. and Mapei makes two, the Ultraplan 1 plus and the ultraplan m20 plus. All are pretty expensive but u don’t want to short cut the prep and splurge on the finish. any more help is really, really needed.
Hi Todd. The reason you are having a hard time finding something is that you are searching in the wrong arena. All of the products you mention with the exception of the Edison Coating are underlayments for tile and other flooring and for indoor use only. They are not designed as a wear surface or for high compressive strength. The type of product you need is a polymer-modified cement that is available mostly from concrete construction suppliers.
MG-Krete 1260 by IMCO Technologies Inc. is an excellent product. Their TDS sheet on the product is here. You can apply any coating or sealer you want on the product. Use their distributor locator or give them a call for further questions.
Ardex also makes a good product. Their Ardex 301 is a self leveler. Remember that when using these types of product, you still need to honor all contraction joints and expansion joints.
I’ve been doing a little research on epoxy coatings and after reading your articles, I decided it would be best to go with a commercial grade product rather than the typical kits found at the local hardware box stores.
Can you suggest any commercial grade brands / kits?
I have a standard 2 car garage, about 400 sq ft.
Thanks!
Hi Jeff. If you are looking for a kit, EpoxyMaster would be one of our choices and they offer clear top coats as well. You can read an article we did on their kits here. Legacy Industrial is also a good choice. They offer multi-coat systems which include primer, color coats, and top coats. If you have any question regarding their products, just give them a call. Both have good customer service.
What are your thought on using epoxy for a front porch?
Hi Audrey. You are not the first to ask this, but it’s not a good idea. The main reason why is that epoxy will amber (turn yellow) when exposed for a period of time to U.V. light. That is why you only see it indoors and in garages.
Hi, would you consider a hands-on class in doing these garage floors? I learn much better by watching somebody and then doing it myself with them observing. this would be a small amount to pay to feel confident that I was doing a good job.
Stew
Hello Stew. Unfortunately the logistics for something like that are too difficult. Many floor coating distributors do hands-on training, but it’s for their own clients (contractors) and it’s usually not cheap.
can you use epoxy floor kits on heated garage floors?
Hi Kurt. Yes, epoxy can be used on heated garage floors without issue. It’s very common to do in the colder climates.
How do I find a qualified contractor to apply epoxy system to my garage floor?
One who will stand behind his work and guarantee the job.
Thanks
Hi Pat. You can read our article about that topic here.
Hi and what a fantastic site full of helpful info.
Just wondering about the best product for under a carport… These finishes look great
Hello Shane. Epoxy is not a good choice for a carport because it will amber in the sun. That is why it’s used indoors only. Polyaspartic and polyurea coatings can be used outdoors since they are U.V. stable. What most people turn to however is a good acrylic sealer. Clear is the standard, but many can be tinted different colors. They are easy to apply and require much less prep work.
Hi there,
I just came across this website and it is very informative. I’m currently building a 600sq ft shop and am looking for a floor coating system. I have a DIY epoxy kit that I purchased at Home Depot for my garage, but want something that is better quality as I’m not thrilled with the way it came out. I’m not opposed to options other than epoxy, but want clean up to be easy.
Are there DIY epoxy kits that you would recommend that don’t break the bank, or other flooring systems that could be used besides epoxy?
Thanks in advance.
Brandon
Hello Brandon. There are good quality DIY kits that you can purchase from floor coating vendors. The epoxy kits from the home improvement centers are not the best quality, especially in a working shop. We’re not sure how much money would be “breaking the bank”, but we suggest looking at kits from vendors like EpoxyMaster, Garage Flooring LLC, or Legacy Industrial. These are all high solids epoxy that is head and shoulders better. Plus, you can build on them by choosing top coats and even good primers.
If a quality epoxy is out of range, you may want to go with a densifier or penetrating sealer. It leaves you with the bare concrete look but it does make cleanups easier and they do a fair job at resisting stains. Plus they are less expensive. You can read up more about them here.
Another option is a coating called Rust Bullet. We talk about it here. Garage Flooring LLC has picked up the line and turned it into a fantastic product for a simple coating that doesn’t need a lot of prep. You can find their pricing here.
Last year we applied a commercial epoxy garage kit with flakes and sealer to our 2 car garage. This year we have experienced hot tire problems only on the entrance section. We called the company and they sent us a repair kit. They said we may not have put enough sealer on that section of the garage even tho we used all they sent us. We cleaned the area, applied more paint, flakes, and sealer. The sealer dried on half the garage and not the other half and it has been 2 weeks. Do you have a suggestion on how to fix this problem. Thank you
Hi Bonnie. Since you didn’t mention what brand and type of product you put down, there’s not much we can do to help. Also you mention a sealer. Epoxy in general is a sealer. Do you mean a clear top coat? We recommend contacting the manufacturer to report your problem with it not curing properly to see what their recommended procedure is.
Sounds like he has a moisture issue.
Glad to see responses to questions in a recent forum. I live in Canada (Nova Scotia) I just finished resurfacing my garage floor with sand topping mix from Home Depot. I had to hand float it and have a few ridges that I was able to sand down. The finish is fairly flat but there are obvious imperfections in the look of the floor. I’m convinced I want to put a good quality epoxy coating down. So I have a few questions.
1. I suspect that full curing of topping will take about 4-5 days to be safe. Would an epoxy coating peel if concrete is not fully cured prior to epoxy application?
2. Does the new concrete surface need an etcher or other surface prep?
3. Any recommendations on products to use that are available in Canada for a do-it-yourselfer like me?
4. Are epoxy coatings thick enough to hide the slight imperfections in the new concrete?
5. Are epoxy coatings typically roll on or poured and floated on?
Thanks in advance for your help.
Hi Luciano. We hope that you used a polymer-modified cement topping and not just a sanded concrete mix. A polymer-modified topping cures harder than concrete, can be feathered, and bonds much better. A sanded concrete mix will crack and chunk out on a garage floor if used as a topping. Assuming you used the correct type of product, we will try and answer your questions in order.
1. I suspect that full curing of topping will take about 4-5 days to be safe. Would an epoxy coating peel if concrete is not fully cured prior to epoxy application?
Check the TDS sheets from the product you used. Yes, the epoxy can peel up if the topping is not cured due to moisture being released. If in doubt, call the toll free number listed by the manufacturer to ask them.
2. Does the new concrete surface need an etcher or other surface prep?
Yes, you will still need to profile the concrete surface in order for the epoxy to bond correctly. In this case, you will need to grind the surface instead of acid etching. Acid etching works by reacting with the free lime in concrete. Because the polymers in a polymer- modified cement sit close to the service, the acid will not give you the desired effect and you will have a poor surface profile.
3. Any recommendations on products to use that are available in Canada for a do-it-yourselfer like me?
We are not familiar with the Canadian vendors, but Epoxy-Coat U.S.A has a Canadian vendor which you can find here. EpoxyMaster ships to Canada and Legacy Industrial does as well. They all have excellent product.
4. Are epoxy coatings thick enough to hide the slight imperfections in the new concrete?
Sometimes, yes. It depends on the thickness of the epoxy, how many coats, how much color flake is used (more is better to hide imperfections) and the depth of the imperfections.
5. Are epoxy coatings typically roll on or poured and floated on?
They are applied using a 3/8″ nap roller. You can read up on how to apply epoxy here.
Thanks for the quick reply
Will epoxy floor keep moisture out of stored lawn fertlizer?
Stored on concrete floor it becomes hard, drawing moisture from floor.
Hello John. Epoxy is a sealer and will not allow moisture to pass through. So no, you would not have that problem. However, if you have moisture coming from the concrete, it would be wise to do a moisture test first before applying epoxy.
I have a garage floor that already has a coating on it. I want a better one can I recover this one. It is a rubberized finish looks like paint but feels like epoxy.
Hello Chet. We don’t know what kind of coating you have. However, if you know you want something better than the current one, then you need to remove the current one before you install a better one. Your coating is only as good as the weakest link and right now that weak link is the old coating.
I want to to know if there is any type of floor coating I can install over my sealed garage floor, i know epoxy is most likley not an option. Is there any type of sealer/paint that will adhere to the floor without having to strip the sealer?
Hi David. As of yet there is no such product. Sealers do not provide the proper profile for paint and other coatings to adhere to.
Hey Shea:
I just finished the Legacy HD kit. I ran out of flakes so some areas are darker that others and it looks kinda patchy…oh well not much I can do about that I guess!
Question:
Some of the second coat ran off the garage floor lip and created “trickles” of epoxy on the front of that lip…. is there a way to sand this off? I’d rather not grind it and throw dust everywhere!
Thanks
Hi Rodney. You can use a rough hand file to shave the epoxy down. The sooner you do it the better. After 7 days it’s cured harder than concrete and will be tougher to remove.
Hi,
I hired a contractor to epoxy my garage floor. After grinding and the primer, we noticed an extremely unusual amount of cracks. Looks like a jig-saw puzzle. I have a heated garage floor with planks for a garage workshop underneath. The garage is a 3 car garage with planks under only 2. The cracks are only on the 2 car section, where there is not a plank there are not any cracks. Any suggestions? This is a new build with the garage finished 10 months ago, but I did not turn on the heat until 4 weeks ago.
Thanks for your time.
Hi Joanne. You didn’t say where the cracks are – are they in the primer coat or in the cement?
Trying to figure out best thing to put down on garage floor for dog urine not absorbing into concrete and starting to smell after a while. He will be gated in utility room with dog door going out into garage
Can epoxy be applied on a large area say auditorium/ wedding reception hall where food is being served?
Hello Arun. Epoxy is commonly used in restaurants, industrial food centers, and clean rooms as a viable flooring option. It’s very durable, easy to clean, and non-porous in order to combat germs and viruses.
A few questions
I applied Quikrete and would like to upgrade but not prepared to do so at any huge cost. Are there DIY kits you can recommend that I can cover over without significant labor? I can’t get a clear read on what is required to overcoat an epoxy layer. Also the kit must be one that I can apply on my own, no help. What help can you provide?
Hi Justin. You can read here about how to prep an existing epoxy floor for a new coat. However, the thing to keep in mind is that your coating is only as good as the weakest link. If the Quikrete is not adhered real well, whatever you coat over it will only stay down as good as the Quikrete does.
We don’t sell epoxy kits, but we recommend that you check with any of our sponsors. Legacy Industrial, Garage Flooring LLC, or EpoxyMaster. They all sell high quality epoxy products that can be installed by one person if you plan things out.