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Upgrade Your Garage With a New Epoxy Floor from Garage Shapeups, LLC.

If you garage floor is old, cracking, and makes your garage look embarassing, help is just a phone call away. Call Garage Shapeups and let their trained and experienced professionals show you how a new epoxy or polyurea floor covering can add value to you home and make your garage an attractive space.

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Garage Floor Epoxy

By Guest Author: David Karlson If your concrete floor has problems with water, oil, crumbling cement or cement that is too smooth then it is not yet suitable for garage floor epoxy. There are a couple of choices of epoxy from which to choose. The water-based product is cheaper, easier to use and keeps the anti-slipping texture of the concrete. The other one is a thicker, solvent free product. This one gives the floor a slippery look and is thicker than the water based one. Many people are not sure whether to apply a primer prior to applying the garage floor epoxy. Priming allows for better adhesion if you happen to have a slight moisture problem. One way to determine if you have a moisture problem is if you happen to notice crystals or white powder on your floor. This moisture is seeping through the concrete. The unfortunate thing about the moisture is that it will go through any coating you apply. Therefore, it will go through your epoxy as well. If the concrete floor was treated with a sealant such as a waxy or silicon based product, no paint is going to adhere to it. One way to test for moisture problems is to place a rubber mat to the floor for a few days; if water is present underneath it then you will likely not get anything to stick to it including garage floor epoxy. Another test you can perform is to pour a little water on the concrete floor, if it just sits there for a long time then a sealer has been applied or it is contaminated with oil or grease. There are sealers that will work internally in the cement and not on the surface. This will protect the cement and is rather inexpensive as well. With this type of sealer, you will be able to apply garage floor epoxy. When applying the garage floor epoxy and it starts to bead up then there is something on the floor causing it such as oil, grease or wax. The epoxy will therefore not stick. Epoxies can turn yellow in sunlight. One way to protect them is by applying a UV blocker. This is not a necessary step but can be done if you want. Therefore, the most important point to remember is that epoxies and paint will not adhere properly if you have a moisture problem and there are several steps to take to determine whether you have this type of problem. Your garage floor should be protected and we provide several different methods to protect any concrete floor area whether using a garage floor sealer or any type of garage floor epoxy by D. Karlson Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=David_Karlson Huntsville Garage Shapeups installs top quality epoxy garage floors at great prices.

Garage Storage and Flooring Fall Specials in Huntsville and Madison

If you are a homeowner in the Huntsville/Madison area wanting to organize your garage and upgrade your garage floor, check out these specials below from Garage Shapeups, LLC.

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Ten Things You Need to Know About Epoxy Floor Coatings

Huntsville Garage Shapeups installs top quality epoxy and polyurea floors at great prices. Every floor carries a 10 year warranty. Visit HuntsvilleGarageShapeups.com for more info...

Epoxy Floor Coatings Tips and Facts
By Guest Author: Steve A. Parker

Epoxy formulations have been an essential part of the building industry for half a century. Epoxy floor coatings, in particular, are widely-used in floor applications. Here are some things you may or may not yet know about one of the most important coating materials in existence:

1. Epoxy resins are the secret behind high-performing epoxy coatings. Epoxy resins are the core materials of quality formulations such as epoxy-based primers, top-coats, and sealants. These resins make it possible for epoxy floor coatings to perform well as floor finishes, protective coats, fire retardants, waterproofing and damage-resistance paints.

2. Epoxy coatings are applicable in many surface types. Specific flooring applications need specific coating systems dictated mainly by the kind of material used for the substrate. Epoxy floor coatings are one of the few systems that can work in concrete, steel and nearly all types of surfaces.

3. Epoxy resin molecules are cross-linked, hence they are nearly impermeable. The unique chemistry between bisphenol A and epichlorohydrin organochlorine/epoxide compounds creates a reaction that produces cross-linked epoxies when exposed to amines. The resulting epoxy floor coatings are highly-resistant to water, chemical or air intrusion -- a critical ability in corrosion-prone metal or concrete surfaces.

4. Epoxies can combine with other materials for increased performance. Epoxy-amine systems, epoxy-sulfide systems, aliphatic epoxy systems, and hybrid epoxy systems are some of the common coatings systems created in tandem with epoxy. With amine, glossy surface appearance, better adhesion and fast curing times are achieved. Epoxy coatings systems also work well with alkyds and acrylics.

5. Epoxy floor coatings can protect heavy-duty floors. Epoxy coatings are resistant to many types of damages. No wonder that they are often applied in areas that are constantly exposed to damage-inducing agents, such as in manufacturing plants, warehouse floors, heavy machinery garages and airplane hangars.

6. Epoxy coatings have impressive adhesive properties. Epoxy-based coatings have strong adhesive capabilities -- 1.5 thousand pounds of adhesive power per inch square of flooring. This translates to floors that can remain intact and in good condition for longer periods of time and even under intense physical loads.

7. Epoxy coatings are good fire-retardants. Some epoxy floor coatings contain pigments that expand quickly when exposed to intense heat. This expansion forms a thick barrier protection that lasts long enough for the fire to be put out naturally or by a responding fire-fighting team.

8. Epoxy floor coatings are either water-borne, high-solids, or solvent-borne. Water-borne epoxies are effective in many surfaces, while high-solid formulations cover a wider application area and contain lower VOC amounts. Solvent-borne epoxies are an older technology but are high in VOCs and emit a toxic odor. The latter also requires more cure time and longer post-cleanup activities.

9. Epoxy floor coatings may contain health and environment hazards. The bisphenol A compound in epoxy resins is currently under scrutiny as a potential health hazard, and solvent-based coats contain high levels of VOCs harmful to the environment and to application workers.

10. Epoxy coatings have their share of vulnerabilities. Epoxy floor coatings are very dependent on a consistent mix ratio to avoid problems during curing time. Applicators must follow manufacturer's recommendations to maintain consistency in texture and viscosity. The coatings are also unstable when exposed to UV rays and to temperature changes during the mixing, application and curing stages.

Epoxy floor coatings are high-performing and versatile because of the inherent chemical properties of epoxy. It remains to be one of the most sought-after coatings systems that meet any kind of coatings application requirements.

Steve Parker, Sr. Estimator. RaiderPainting.com is one of the leading painting contractors providing commercial and industrial painting services to over 1,000 Fortune 500 customer nationwide. We are one of the best known painting companies, to deliver top quality service to clients. Call 877-724-3371 for a no obligation Estimate.

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Epoxy Garage Flooring Difficulties and Alternatives

When it comes to Epoxy Garage Floor installtion, it can be a difficult and extremely time consuming. The results can be beautiful if all things "come together correctly" or devastating if somthing goes worng. Why take the chance? Leave your garage epoxy floor installation process to your local garage floor specialist, Garage Shapeups. Garage Shapeups takes great pride in properly assessing each floor, prepping each floor with high speed grinders (equipped with dust control systems) and using the right chemical mixes to insure that your garage floor will cure, bond, and perform correctly in the climate of our Huntsville Area. Garage Shapeups is your local dealer for Monkey Bar Storage Systems.

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Article Title: Epoxy Garage Flooring Difficulties and Alternatives

By Guest Author:  Kelley McIntyre

When it comes to garage flooring, many of you may have heard or seen the epoxy floor coverings that are available today, possibly even on TV. You see what looks like a simple process and beautiful results. What you don't see or hear is that most epoxy floor coverings fail and the process is extremely time consuming and difficult. The biggest reason the epoxy garage floors fail is adhesion, they simply don't stick well unless the surface has been properly prepped. That doesn't sound bad, right? Wrong. Here are some of the things you need to do to "prep" for an epoxy floor:

• Be sure the concrete is dry. This does not mean to the naked eye but truly dry.
• Remove ANY and ALL chemicals, grease, oil, etc. Remember, we are talking about a garage. All of these items are abundant in the garage and VERY difficult to remove.
• If the floor was previously painted, all the paint should be removed. A labor intensive job.
• The garage surface may need to be ground down to expose the clean concrete underneath.

If you decided you still want an epoxy garage floor and you think you can handle the hours of surface preparation necessary to do the job, there are some other areas of concern you may want to consider. Even if the surface has been properly prepped and cleaned there is still a good chance the floor will fail. Here are some other possible problems associated with epoxy floor failures:

• The concrete was not completely dried. Water is a major problem with epoxy garage floors.
• Humidity can cause problems with epoxy and cause the floor to fail.
• The epoxy must cure quickly. If not, blisters in the floor may appear.
• Salts that are deposited from the concrete as it cures can effect the bonding of an epoxy garage floor.
• Surfaces generally expand and contract with heating and cooling. These expansions and contractions can cause cracks in the epoxy flooring. Once there are cracks the floor loses its protective coating and it nice appearance.

The good news is that there are other alternatives to epoxy garage floors that are simple to install, durable, easy to clean and offer anti-fatigue benefits that epoxy garage floors do not. Rolled garage flooring is available in many colors and styles that can suit anyones needs. These floors are generally inexpensive, beautiful and made to last. The best part is they are easy to install and perform well under most conditions.
Some of the advantages to using rolled garage flooring are:

• Easy to install. Surface preparation is minimal for rolled garage flooring and basically includes simply sweeping the floor and wiping up any spills or chemicals for installation
• Long lasting.
• Easy to clean. Simply wipe up spills and your done. You can even spray down the floor with a garden hose. Because the rolled garage flooring is a floating floor, you can bring it outside for a good cleaning and drying and simply set it back in the garage.
• It looks great!

It is quite clear that epoxy floors are not for everyone. But if you want an easy to install, long lasting, professional looking garage floor, rolled garage flooring products may be the best choice for you.

The Rolled Garage Flooring products mentioned in this articles are available online at StoreItWell.com

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Popular Garage Flooring Options

By Guest Author  Ted Garacci

If you are looking to spruce up the look of your garage flooring, then you should know all of the most popular options available to you. One widely considered option is epoxy paint.

Epoxy

Epoxy paint is a great solution for the people who don't want to cover their concrete. Epoxy is a special type of paint that bonds with concrete. When compared to other types of paint this type won't peel or get ruined as easily. Epoxy is perfect if you want your floor to look a certain color to go with a theme or design that already exists in your garage or home. This garage flooring option is an extremely cheap way to renovate and protect your floor. After the coating is applied, you will notice that your garage flooring is easier to clean and it should even have a brighter glimmer or shine to it.

The problem with epoxy however, is that it requires hours of preparation work. In fact it is highly recommended that you have professionals come in to do the painting. The reason for the professionals is because of all of the factors that can cause the paint to bond incorrectly. Some of these factors are moisture, weather, sealants, discoloration, oil or grease stains, and dust and dirt. If the moisture levels are not optimal in your garage then the paint can't bond correctly with the garage floor.

When I say moisture levels I mean any moisture on your floor and the moisture in the air. That's why weather is a factor: if it is too humid outside then it can throw off the moisture levels in the garage. If you have sealants on your concrete, then it may be a problem because epoxy is meant to bond with concrete, not the sealant mixture. Dust, dirt, and stains, are also major issues because the paint will look terrible if you try to simply paint over them. Not only will it not bond correctly but the paint will come out lumpy rather than smooth.

This option is still worth considering, but you need to make sure that all of the work that is involved to install epoxy paint is taken care of.

Garage Flooring Mats And Rugs

If you are not interested in hiring professionals or doing the work yourself, then you can always purchase a garage flooring mat. You can go to any local retail store and pick out a few mats to place on your floor. These mats come in a wide variety of colors and designs to fit any color scheme and they are easy to install. Once you purchase the mats you want, then you can just rest them down wherever you want. These mats are a cheap solution to cover up any unwanted discoloration or stains.

If you are looking for a solution that requires the same amount of work, but covers your whole floor, then a garage flooring rug is the best thing for you. Garage flooring manufacturers have created special rugs that go across your entire floor and won't rip or tear under the intense pressure of a car. The one problem with these rugs occurs if you have pillars or obstructions in the middle of your garage. If that's the case, then you will need to cut the rug to fit around the obstruction which may be pain but is still less preparation than epoxy.

There are other options available to you but these options may be perfect for you. Garage flooring tiles are another option that you may want to consider. If you do decide on an option, then make sure that you know the positives and negatives of that option so you can make sure that it is the best choice for you.

Written by Ted Garacci, an expert in home remodeling. For more great information on Garage Flooring, be sure to visit http://bestgarageflooring.com/.

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Birmingham Alabama Garage Makeover Websites & Blogs

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http://www.monkeybarstorage.com/birmingham-metro

Huntsville Alabama Garage Makeover Websites & Blogs

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http://huntsvillegarageflooring.blogspot.com/

http://huntsvillegaragestorage.blogspot.com/

http://www.monkeybarstorage.com/northern-division

Chattanooga Tennessee Garage Makeover Websites & Blogs

http://chattanoogastoragesolutions.weebly.com/

http://chattanoogagaragestorage.blogspot.com/

http://chattanoogagarageflooring.blogspot.com/

http://www.monkeybarstorage.com/chatanooga

Garage Shapeups of Alabama

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Other Monkey Bar Storage Websites:

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Attention Huntsville Homeowners! Does your garage floor need refinishing?  Are you frustrated with the present condition of your garage?

A total "Extreme Garage Makeover" is just a phone call away. Garage Shapeups is a compnay that does it all! They consult with the homeowner to determine what items need to be organized and stored, what space can be committed to a storage system, and how much storage shelving and racks are needed to accomplish the visions and goals of the homeowner. The company installs the patented MONKEY BAR STORAGE shelving systems, STRONG BUILT overhead storage racks, ULTI-MATE garage storage cabinets and POLYUREA floor coatings to give your garage a totally new look that is clean, neat, organized and larger in appearance. The company's website is http://www.GarageShapeups.com . They have dealers working the following areas, Birmingham, Huntsville, Madison, Chattanooga, Auburn, Opelika, and Tuscaloosa. Their toll free number is 1-800-214-4311.

Epoxy Garage Flooring & Its Benefits

Having troubles in your old, boring and becoming greyish concrete within your working area, garage, and downstairs room? Epoxy flooring is what you need. Epoxy flooring is one of the most in-demand finishes for concrete floors. Epoxy is a blended chemical which has a resin, and a hardener which, when dry, yields a durable, long-lasting finish. Utilized for years on business surfaces due to its toughness, durability, and effectiveness against oil, grease, and most other chemicals which destroy common paint that makes it fantastic merchandise to make use of on floor surfaces in the heavy-traffic place.

Not only in the industrial world making use of epoxy flooring but even within the design market, epoxy is provided high respect for being not just an approach to safeguard a floor. With its great idea epoxy is utilized unified for industrial work shop, garage, basement, and even for kid’s bedroom flooring which gives you a totally covered, attractive and easy to wash surface. Also using epoxy flooring will get rid of your problems for the need for the floor fixes and at the same time, it provides a finished look to your floorings no matter whether indoors or outdoors surfaces.

Epoxy floors have numerous benefits. Yet, so many don’t know that epoxy floorings are usually an environmental friendly building stuff, provides many ecological more than different goods. In certain study, several epoxy flooring systems meet the LEED requirements for lower emission of VOC, which makes it harmless for indoor and outdoor use without having the risk of poisonous off-gassing which can damage inside air supply along with the outdoor atmosphere. By simply utilizing an epoxy finish to very old, damaged floorings, you are able to extend their own usage, rather than throwing them away to be replaced by using brand new ones. This is a great green answer since it removes the need to block landfills with refuse out of reconstruction products, and also can save the materials, energy and also that of your personal financial budget that would be used in tearing off the aged floor, or to get another complete replacement.

In addition, epoxy flooring Sydney helps make concrete certainly wonderful and easy to clean without the use of harsh chemicals that need not to get waxed or finished soon after to protect their own surface area. Because of its classy style, epoxy covered floor is the ideal and fastest method to lift the old grey look of your floorings. With its reflective qualities of lighter in color epoxy coatings, much less indoor illumination and could conserve power to illuminate spaces, and rooftop treatments will combat excess heat consumption throughout hot times, creating ecological friendly and much more power efficient buildings.

Trouble-free approaches to your problems with epoxy flooring that both you and your family could gain. It doesn’t alone give you relief for your challenges but in addition offers a good looking, long-term protected and polished indoor and outdoor surface which prolongs its elegance. These floor treatments make flooring surfaces an easy task to obtain, neat and do not demand loads of chemical compounds and solvents for their preservation. Over-all, epoxy flooring offers you the ideal flooring option which guards your own solution and it is eco-friendly.

Are you trying to keep your concrete floors tidy, allow the pro’s from the Epoxy flooring to do it right! They are seasoned professionals at all types of epoxy flooring Sydney and are willing to guide in your time of need!

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