CHOOSING THE BEST GARAGE FLOOR COATING
One of the best things you can do for your concrete floor is to install a coating. By adding a concrete floor coating to your garage, business, workshop, patio or other high-traffic flooring damage to the concrete over time can be prevented and ensure beautiful floors without expensive upkeep that will last a lifetime. A big challenge for most people comes when it’s time to select which floor coating is going to be the best for your particular situation. Here are some guidelines to help you choose.
UNDERSTANDING FLOOR COATING SYSTEMS
Before you select a floor coating system it’s important to understand exactly what they are and how they work. With these types of systems, coating is different from traditional flooring. When talking about concrete, paint, or another material similar they “set-up” or “dry”. Instead, the floor coating is applied and cured. The coating consists of two components mixed together, hardening as a result of a chemical reaction between two parts when combined. The result is an ultra-durable and virtually impermeable flooring surface that will last a lifetime with very minimal upkeep and maintenance over time.
CHOOSING A FLOOR COATING
Since it’s designed to last for such a long time, you want to make sure to get it right. Here are some of the criteria to consider when evaluating options for your floor coating. In garages you have many options depending on the desired look and function, decorative flake and custom metallic floors are great options. The coating you would install in the lobby of an office building will be different from the system one would put in a mechanic shop. Places where you have a lot of foot traffic and want to have a “wow-factor” in your guests first impression or where you want to give a sleek look of a showroom floor, a metallic finish may work better. In an area where more function is the most important quality, such as a warehouse, a basic floor coating may be the best choice.
DECIDING ON A COLOR
When it comes to the color of floor coatings there are not shortage of options. In addition to the finish (decorative flake, metallic, quartz, or solid), you also can choose from a wide variety of colors, blends, and shine for your garage flooring. Just like carpet or tile in your home or office, choosing the right garage flooring color will have an impact on the overall aesthetic of your space. From neutral tones to vibrant colors that “pop”, and solid colors to custom mixes with decorative flake throughout, the perfect choice is usually just a matter of personal preference.
CONSULT WITH AN EXPERT
Typically choosing the best garage floor coating comes down to choosing the best company to install your flooring. Professional floor coating installers have the experience and expertise to help you decide which products would work best for your space. Beyond the type and color, a professional company has the knowledge to ensure the installation is done properly. There are many steps that go into properly preparing the concrete surface and applying the floor coating. We recommend hiring a professional to install your garage floor coating so it will last a life time.
CONTACT US
If you are considering a getting new garage floor, look for expect nothing but the best. Contact us and let APEX FLOOR COATING help find the perfect option for your garage floor project. You will get an amazing floor that is easy to maintain and will last for a lifetime. It is a great investment that will pay for itself in the long run.