What is the difference between epoxy and polyurea-polyaspartic?
Choosing the right floor coating starts with understanding the unique properties of epoxies and polyurea-polyaspartics. For a foundational layer, epoxies are unmatched. They can be applied much thicker and cure slowly, allowing them to deeply penetrate your concrete. This creates an incredibly strong, moisture-resistant bond, which is key for a durable floor.
On the other hand, polyurea-polyaspartics offer incredible speed and resilience. They cure quickly and provide extreme resistance to UV rays and chemicals. However, because they bond only to the surface and don’t mitigate moisture, they aren’t recommended for direct application on concrete. Instead, they shine as incredibly tough color and clear topcoats for areas like garages, outdoor spaces, and industrial floors.
Our selection of industrial-grade floor coatings includes premium epoxies and polyurea-polyaspartics. We take the guesswork out of your project by first measuring your concrete’s moisture content, ensuring we choose the perfect product for a coating that truly lasts a lifetime.
How do I know what type of product will work best for my floor?
For a floor coating that truly lasts, a professional contractor must offer more than one solution. We provide access to all industrial-grade epoxies and polyurea-polyaspartic coatings, recognizing that each offers specific benefits and considerations. By closely assessing the unique demands of your space, we ensure the perfect product selection. Our coatings are the result of two decades of dedicated development, testing, and continuous improvement, guaranteeing a superior finish.
How do I know which coating system to use?
We offer a wide variety of coating systems in a vast array of styles and colors—your choices are truly endless! Whether you’re interested in our basic seamless solid coatings, stunning staining and sealing options, our full decorative chipped and mica-infused systems, or beautiful metallic coatings, we’re here to help.
If you’re unsure which coating system is best for your space, one of our experts would be happy to describe each available option and give you an honest recommendation on which flooring system will best suit your needs.
How much does it cost to epoxy a floor?
We offer a wide range of concrete coating options, ensuring we have a solution to fit every budget. Plus, as a token of our appreciation, we proudly offer special discounts for our Military, Police, Fire, Medical, and Nurse clients.
What is a “Low VOC” product?
VOCs—Volatile Organic Compounds—are chemicals commonly found in many paints and polyurethane coatings. They can pose health risks to humans and pets and may negatively impact the environment. In addition to potential health concerns, VOCs often produce strong, lingering odors that can remain in a space for days. In California, the use of high-VOC products is strictly regulated and often prohibited by law.
While many premium coating products on the market today are low in VOCs and environmentally friendly, some contractors still use outdated, high-VOC materials because they are cheaper and easier to apply.
At Garage Floor Concrete Coatings, we proudly offer a wide selection of low-VOC and low-odor epoxy and polyaspartic coating systems, specifically designed for safe indoor use. California regulations require coatings to contain less than 50 grams per liter of VOCs, but we often go beyond compliance by offering ultra-low and even zero-VOC options—all tested and rated using approved ASTM International standards.
Tip: Always ask your contractor for the Technical Data Sheet (TDS) to verify the VOC content of their products. If they can’t provide it, that’s a red flag.
We’re committed to helping you create a cleaner, healthier indoor environment. Contact us today to learn more about our eco-friendly coating systems and how we can transform your space without compromising air quality!
Can you do one-day installation?
The correct answer is “Yes; we can, but we’d rather do it right.” If moisture levels in your concrete exceed 1% (and in southern California, most do), applying a 1-day polyurea-polyaspartic coating direct-to-concrete can lead to blistering and peeling. Because these systems use less material, about ½ the
amount of our installation process, 1-day installations are less durable and will wear much quicker too. Contractors love 1-day installations because less material and less labor equal greater profit. But let the buyer beware. We moisture-test all surfaces first. Based on your concrete conditions, we select a floor coating solution that best fits your needs, ensuring you get a durable, long-lasting floor coating.
How durable are your concrete coatings?
Our coatings are extremely durable—we use the same high-performance, industrial-grade products on residential garage floors that we apply in our commercial projects. This means your home receives the highest level of protection available, engineered to withstand heavy use, impact, and abrasion over time. When it comes to quality and durability, we never compromise.
How long will it take to finish coating my floor?
Installation times vary from 1 to 3 days…with 2 days being the average. Once installation is complete, we ask our customers not to walk on the floor or move light items for 24 hours, 48 hours for larger items such as washers/dryers and refrigerators. Regarding vehicular parking, 72 hours is sufficient, however, cure times can vary depending upon the substrate, weather conditions and the type of coating system installed
Can you apply concrete and epoxy floor coatings to other areas of my home?
Yes, we can! We can safely install any of our many coating options to any concrete surface in or around your property:
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- Garages
- Driveways
- Patios
- Walkways
- Store Fronts
- Industrial/Commercial Facilities
- ADU Conversions
- Kitchens
- Home Gyms
- Man Cave/Home Office
- Warehouses
- Airplane Hangars
Are epoxy floors slippery?
No, they are not slippery! We’ll incorporate a slip-resistant aggregate into the final coat of your flooring. The aggregate is called “anti-skid” or “anti-slip” because it provides a slight roughness to the completed floor coating. Different types of aggregate can be selected to reflect your level of concern for slipping, from the least aggressive (and least visible) polypropylene, to the more “aggressive” (and more visible) quartz. This will be discussed during your coating estimate.
Do you repair damaged concrete and concrete cracks?
Yes, we repair all damaged concrete including minor and major cracks. Just as in painting, application of epoxy, polyurea-polyaspartic floor coatings is as much about preparation as it is about application. And high-quality concrete preparation requires meticulous attention to the repair of hairline cracks, major
cracks, spalling or “pop-outs”, pitting, and concrete erosion. The time spent on these issues will significantly enhance the final appearance of your installed floor coating system.
How long does new concrete have to cure before you can coat it?
As a general rule, a minimum of 30 days. However, it is always best to test your concrete floor with a moisture meter to determine if it’s truly ready for a coating to be applied. New concrete moisture can affect the longevity of your floor coating.
