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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Epoxy Garage Floor Covering Can Simply Improve the Life of Your Floors

By Guest Author: Wright Bale



An epoxy garage covering is an awesome way to create durable and protective finish over the garage floors that lasts longs. Not only this adds durability and strength to the but prevents the occurrence of cracks and stains over the surfaces. The epoxy garage floor covering looks far better than those concrete floorings and are more resistant to climatic changes and bear greater strength than the concrete flooring.

Putting on an epoxy covering isn't that easy as it may seem to many individuals. You will many do it yourself kits in the market that you can use as a floor coating. No doubt you can mix up the paint with epoxy and can spread that over your garage flooring, but trust me the results wouldn't be that good and satisfying as it needs to be. I know that because I have tried that trice of my own and have seen a number of individuals doing the same. All those including mine were the same. Even the epoxy floor coating started coming out after some time. And that just happened because I and all those whom I have seen trying to perform this task had one thing in common. None of us had any experience and knowledge of preparing the right solution and the technique to spread it over the floor.




If you are considering a floor coating with epoxy polymer you need to know that the best results can only be attained if the solution of paint and epoxy has been properly made and only an expert can do that. Apart from that there is need to see how hard you want your floor to be. Epoxy are available in a number of colors and textures and when you are intermixing the polymer with the paint in desired ratio you can simply expect the best results out of it. Epoxy garage floor coverings mixed with shades can help you have the of your desired shapes. And only expert who has got sufficient experience with the garage flooring can help you find the best result suiting your desires. Besides this there is need to buy the epoxy Garage Floor covering from a source that deals with the best quality standards.

If you use the epoxy covering you will get the eye catching view of your garage. Epoxy coverings offer a large number of benefits as compared to the concrete floorings are becoming highly adaptable to individual requirements and are widely used by a large number of people. Epoxy garage floor covering is simple, clean and highly durable and wouldn't go anywhere for the years to come.



If you are considering epoxy garage then you can find the best products and the service men at epoxyas.net. They offer high grade epoxy and highly skilled workmen to assist you with your garage flooring and add charm to your flooring. For more product and service details you can log onto: http://www.epoxyaz.net



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Local Epoxy Garage Flooring Installation: Crack Repair, Tire Mark Removal and Resurfacing

If you have an old ugly garage floor surface with cracks, blemishes, tire marks and other imperfections, you would be wise to call Huntsville Garage Shapeups, your local garage flooring experts. We can make your floor look new and beautiful. Our professionals resurface garage floors, patios, proches, basement floors, and many other floor surfaces with out Lifetime Epoxy Flooring. Our floor is extremely durable, resistant to stain, will not crack or peel, will not discolor or show tire marks, and is a easy surface to clean and maintain.

Our Lifetime Epoxy Floors carry a Lifetime Warranty. These pictures show our crack repair and resurfacing process.

These pictures show some of the garages, patios, and porches we have done recetly

Huntsville Garage Shapeups is your local full servive garage organization and flooring company. Our top quality product lineup includes Lifetime Epoxy Flooring, Monkey Bar Storage Systems, Garage Storage Cabinets, and Overhead Storage Racks. Call 1-800-214-4311 to schedule a free estimate. You may also use this online CONTACT FORM to have someone call you to schedule the estimate appointment.

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.

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Epoxy Garage Flooring: Mistakes Homeowners make when wanting a Garage Floor

Typical Mistakes Homeowners make when wanting a Garage Floor.

Retail & DIY Garage Floors

One of the most common mistakes made by homeowners is thinking that the product is simply paint. Garage Floor Paint sold at Big Box Stores, and Paint Stores, are inferior products that appear to do the job but will fail. These paint based products are certainly cheaper, but are paints, and will not last, and will peel up. In addition they are very then, and will wear quickly. These products are applied by using a primer, or acid etching, and not Diamond Grinding. After all, what consumer would own a Diamond Grinder?

“My Painter says he can paint my garage floor”. It is true a painter can go to his supplier and purchase a paint based product, use a primer on your garage floor and save you a bit of money. The problem is the product will not last. Many New Home Builders make this same mistake, and hire the paint contractor to save money.

The more common mistake is buying a Retail Kit. Your Garage Floor Coating will lift in weeks or months, and will end up costing you more if you want your Garage Floor done professionally, as it will have to be removed at an additional cost should you want it re-done.

Huntsville Garage Shapeups installs top quality garage floors in the Huntsville/Madison area.
Their work carries a Lifetime Manufacturers Warranty and can be installed in 2 days of less. Call 1-800-214-4311 to schedule a free estimate and consulatation. You may also use their online CONTACT FORM to have a representative call you. Make sure to visit their booth at the 2013 Home and Garden Show, later this month, in Huntsville.

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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Huntsville Garage Shapeups installs top quality epoxy garage floors.
Call 1-800-214-4311 to schedule a free estimate.
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