Huntsville Garage Floors: Epoxy Coatings; A Great Choice

By Lifetime Epoxy's Guest Author: Craig Adamson


In Huntsville and Madison, epoxy coatings are great flooring alternatives for commercial, industrial, and residential floors. There are many options to choose from and the longevity of the floor is almost unbeatable. Most industrial epoxy floor coatings will last from 15 to 30+ years depending on the application you choose. Cost can range up from $5.00 to $10.00 a square foot.



I have been doing epoxy floor coatings for over five years now and we are seeing more and more customers having there garage floors coated and turning them into living space. No more ugly grey concrete with oil stains all over it. We see big screen TV's installed in garages and bars on wheels that can be rolled out into the center of the garage. Football games, nascar, baseball etc... More and more people are turning there garage into living space. Most garage floors are anywhere from 400 to 800 sqft and bigger and that is like adding another room onto your house but it is already there, when the party is over pull your vehicle in and its like a showroom.



Epoxy coatings are not only good for garage floors they are great for basement floors also, If you have a basement that has water problems epoxy flooring is perfect. Epoxy is waterproof, no more pulling up carpet and replacing it every time it rains, just pull out the shop vac and vacuum it up or mop it and problem solved. Epoxy flooring is mold and mildew resistant and allergen free, and did I mention chemical and stain resistant and easy to clean.



Not all epoxy is created equal, We use 100% solids epoxy and we offer a five year guarantee with all our floors. the big chain store epoxy have fillers in them and they will peel or flake off in 6 months to a year. So when looking for epoxy look for 100% solids you will pay a little more for it but it is well worth the money spent.



Floor preparation is everything, the pores in the concrete need to be opened up before the coating is applied. floor preparation begins with removing oil stains and sealers or any other contaminates epoxy will not adhere to oil or other contaminates. the second step is grinding the top surface of the floor with a diamond grinder or a shot blaster to open up the pores. acid etching does not open the pores enough. You will also need a good vacuum because the dust is terrible and very dangerous to breath.The third step after the pores are opened is to clean the concrete with a vacuum and a leaf blower works great, you need to get the dust off the floor. Water is not a good idea unless you are going to let the floor dry for some time before coating as it will make the epoxy turn white. If you floor has cracks this is a good time to do any repairs and I will get into that later. Now your ready for epoxy and we recommend that you follow the manufactures directions on application techniques if you are going to do this yourself.



Cracks can be repaired with a couple different methods depending on how bad the cracks are. Rule of thumb is that if you can fit a credit card into the crack it should be repaired. We start by chasing out the crack with a crack chaser blade to open up the crack and to remove any loose aggregate. clean the crack out real good with compressed air and your ready to repair. There are numerous epoxy's for crack repair on the market. we use a epoxy sand mix to repair our cracks but you should follow your manufacturers recommendations. After the epoxy dries grind the repaired area flat and clean it and your ready to coat.



Epoxy sytems available



single broadcast- one coat of epoxy with flake or quartz broadcast into the epoxy with a uv resistant top coat.



double broadcast- one coat of epoxy with a flake or quartz broadcast into the epoxy, a second coat of epoxy applied over the top of the first coat with a flake or quartz broadcast into it for a second time. A uv resistant top coat applied over the top



Epoxy neet coat or solid color system- usually two coats of a solid color epoxy applied at 10 mils thick per coat.mainly used in industrial applications as this system is the lowest cost with the same durability.



Epoxy Quartz- colored quartz sand is broadcast into the base coat and usually requires a double broadcast of quartz. this is one of the most durable floors because of the quartz. excellent floor for restaurant kitchens, porches and more.



Epoxy flake- a base coat of epoxy with a vinyl chip broadcast into the epoxy with a uv resistant top coat. garage and basement flooring and many other applications. single or double broadcast systems available.



Metallic epoxy- A prime coat of 100% solids epoxy with a top coat of metallic epoxy can be coated with a urethane. used for decorative applications



Rather your looking for a durable floor or a decorative application you can achieve this with epoxy coatings, Epoxy coatings are usually two part epoxy containing part A and part B make sure you follow the manufacturers directions on how to use there epoxy or better yet hire a professional to do the work for you. Never mix more epoxy than you can put down in 20 minutes as the epoxy will start to set up, it is usually requires two or more people to do a floor in epoxy. there are classes available to learn how to do epoxy coatings if you are interested in learning the process classes are expensive and you can rent the equipment but Sometimes you are better off hiring a professional to do the work for you.



Epoxy flooring is a beautiful flooring option to choose from, you can see pictures of completed floors at our website to get ideas and there are color charts available also. Our website is http://www.specialeffexonline.com.



My name is Craig Adamson and I am the owner of Special Effex designer concrete floors. [http://www.specialeffexonline.com] Special Effex specializes in acid stains and dyes, Epoxy coatings, and concrete resurfacing. We service the Rockford Illinois and all surrounding areas. We have been as far as South Carolina with our work. If you have a small concrete surface or a big commercial property there are no jobs to big or to small we can do them all. We will leave you saying "Wow I Can't Believe It's Concrete" We also teach decorative concrete and do consulting for companies doing decorative concrete.



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How Epoxy Flooring Changes Floor Perceptions?

Lifetime Epoxy Floors - Huntsville #1 Epoxy Flooring Company for Residential, Industrial and Commercial Floors

By Guest Author: Ben Lagger

Epoxy is a thick compound with plastic like consistency. It is made with a combination of hardeners and resins to create a strong surface. Epoxy coat on concrete is suitable for use at

- Garages

- Showrooms

- Schools

- Warehouses

- Hospitals

- And almost every usage application where you need strong flooring

Versatility of epoxy compound offers simple integration. Additionally, epoxy is known to adjust uneven surfaces by aligning into a uniform and appealing surface. Many seamless advantages of epoxy base concrete floors make them preferred choice during heavy usage applications. Making variations of the resin combination creates variety of colors and strength parameters and therefore, floors with epoxy coating offers a wide scope to unleash your creativity potential to its best.

Why Epoxy Floors Offer Immaculate Visual Appeal?

Even and attractive floors with epoxy polished concrete offer a superior visual appeal. The aesthetics of flooring further improves with amazing possibilities of color combinations. Therefore, if you are into redefining garage or warehouse flooring, try epoxy coating for classic pro-appeal to the floor. The surface is very easy to maintain and it is strong to sustain abusive use by heavy-traffic or commercial scale operations. Resin and hardeners offer strength to the compound. This combination also changes the porous properties of floor and creates a non-porous concrete surface. Additionally, the self-leveling feature of epoxy compound offers uniform surface in spite of floor with bumps and cracks.

What Features Make Epoxy Concrete Coating More Sustainable Option?

Epoxy compound offers premium opportunities for personalization of flooring. It offers a complete solution for various rough use conditions. Some of the most prominent features of epoxy floors are:

- Customization - Availability of numerous color combinations for epoxy floors offer superb choice to create a masterpiece out of flooring. This feature is typically very suitable for commercial premises, which require superior aesthetics within economy budgets.

- Damage resistance - Epoxy floors are highly resistant to surface damage with their inheriting properties. The surface is water and stain resistant. The floor surface is very easy to maintain and you can wipe it clean like sparkling countertops.

Concrete coating with Epoxy offers a lifetime solution making floors ergonomic and functionally superior. Making slip-resistant floors is possible by using appropriate additives to the epoxy compound mix. Epoxy flooring offers a simple to install platform with premium aesthetic appeal and unmatched strength. Epoxy floors are new-Gen economy solutions you must try during remodeling of your garage any other floor.

Besides being a good choice for all types of floor, find out more benefits of epoxy flooring right here and get it done by experienced professionals.

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Lifetime Epoxy Floors - Huntsville #1 Epoxy Flooring Company for Residential, Industrial and Commercial Floors

Local Epoxy Flooring Company Offers High Performance Floor Coatings

Lifetime Epoxy Floors installs the best epoxy floors that you can find. This fast growing company has been installing top quality epoxy floors since 2011. They provide free estimates, offer 1 day installs, have a great variety of colors and textures and back every floor with a lifetime warranty. They are a member of the Huntsville-Madison Chamber of Commerce, Huntsville Madison Home Builders Association, and have a A+ rating by the Better Business Bureau. Call 1-800-214-4311 to schedule a free estimate and consultation. Call now!

The Durability of Epoxy Garage Floor Coating

By Guest Author: Sal Farzin

Simply put, epoxy floor coating is indeed, strong and durable. This type of floor covering can last of many years, even decades with maximum protection. Epoxy garage floors require minimal maintenance too. What's more, this type of paint would make your garage look inviting and valuable. In contrast to bare concrete floors, epoxy coated floors are resistant to corrosions, stains, and cracks.

However durable, the way the paint is applied on the floor has a lot to do with it. With a more careful preparation, the more resilient the coating will be. Before, epoxy garage floor coating has to be applied by an expert. Now, with do-it-yourself kits available in hardware stores, anybody can use it easily.

To properly apply epoxy paint, the first thing to do is to clean the floor thoroughly. The floor must be totally free from dirt, dust, and all types of debris. This way, the paint is easily absorbed by the cement. Besides, your floor would look much smoother and shinier if you do the preparations right.

Depending upon the kit you bought, there could be a chemical called concrete solution inside the pack. Apply that first before putting the first coat of paint. This solution would make the paint stick to the floor better.

Some kits would also include a primer. The primer is usually applied after the concrete solution. Some brands of paints may not have this. If it isn't in the box, it only means you might need several cans of epoxy floor coating to cover the entire floor area of your garage to give it a more even look.

Up to three coats of epoxy floor paint may be required on your floor for added strength. The number of coats of paint to add will depend upon how you actually use your garage. If you have more than one vehicle, maximize the coating on the floor as it is subject to twice as much torture.

Maintaining epoxy garage floor coating isn't too much of a hassle. However, a lot of people tend to neglect it. You have to wash or clean the garage floor regularly so that dirt won't stick too much. And the spilled oils won't completely dry out. Because when those happen, you will damage the paint as you try to remove stubborn dirt and stains. And that also means you have to repaint your garage floor over again.

Sal provides expert information on epoxy garage floor coating and other topics through his website on garage floor paint info. Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Sal_Farzin Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/1469206

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The Durability of Epoxy Garage Floor Coating

Epoxy Garage Floor Coating Durability

By Sal Farzin

Simply put, epoxy floor coating is indeed, strong and durable. This type of floor covering can last of many years, even decades with maximum protection. Epoxy garage floors require minimal maintenance too. What's more, this type of paint would make your garage look inviting and valuable. In contrast to bare concrete floors, epoxy coated floors are resistant to corrosions, stains, and cracks.

However durable, the way the paint is applied on the floor has a lot to do with it. With a more careful preparation, the more resilient the coating will be. Before, epoxy garage floor coating has to be applied by an expert. Now, with do-it-yourself kits available in hardware stores, anybody can use it easily.

To properly apply epoxy paint, the first thing to do is to clean the floor thoroughly. The floor must be totally free from dirt, dust, and all types of debris. This way, the paint is easily absorbed by the cement. Besides, your floor would look much smoother and shinier if you do the preparations right.

Depending upon the kit you bought, there could be a chemical called concrete solution inside the pack. Apply that first before putting the first coat of paint. This solution would make the paint stick to the floor better.

Some kits would also include a primer. The primer is usually applied after the concrete solution. Some brands of paints may not have this. If it isn't in the box, it only means you might need several cans of epoxy floor coating to cover the entire floor area of your garage to give it a more even look.

Up to three coats of epoxy floor paint may be required on your floor for added strength. The number of coats of paint to add will depend upon how you actually use your garage. If you have more than one vehicle, maximize the coating on the floor as it is subject to twice as much torture.

Maintaining epoxy garage floor coating isn't too much of a hassle. However, a lot of people tend to neglect it. You have to wash or clean the garage floor regularly so that dirt won't stick too much. And the spilled oils won't completely dry out. Because when those happen, you will damage the paint as you try to remove stubborn dirt and stains. And that also means you have to repaint your garage floor over again.

Sal provides expert information on epoxy garage floor coating and other topics through his website on garage floor paint info.
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