DIY Garage Floor Epoxy Coating

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Our garage/workshop floor was NASTY! I have always wanted to do an epoxy floor coating in the garage but honestly, it seemed way to hard to pull off. I finally decided to make it happen and I am excited to say that it worked! I saved a TON of money doing it myself and we couldn't be happier with the result. We use this area multiple times a day and every time I step foot on it I am thankful I did it. At the end of it all, it only cost me about $800 compared to nearly the $4,000 it would have cost me to have it done. Below, I have a detailed KZbin video, all the steps I followed to complete the project and the links to everything I used. I am certain that you can do it!
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Rust-Oleum EpoxyShield Garage Floor Coating (2 Car Kit) Grey: amzn.to/3NEQkYe
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----STEPS!
STEP 1 Remove all the stuff on the floor and take low hanging items off the walls.
STEP 2 Pressure Wash the entire floor. Let dry.
STEP 3 Apply stain remover to tough spots or entire surface (I recommend entire surface). Then pressure wash.
STEP 4 Apply degreaser to tough pots or entire surface (again, I recommend entire surface). Then pressure wash.
STEP 5 Apply concrete etching to entire surface. Then pressure wash.
STEP 6 Let dry for 48 hours.
STEP 6.1 Use this time to apply quikrete, great stuff to fill gaps, caulk, and primer/paint to all areas of need.
STEP 6.2 Sand quikrete areas and finalize all paint touchups.
STEP 7 Mix the epoxy base and prepare to paint and spread decorative chips.
STEP 8 Paint the floor. (Have a buddy go behind and spread the decorative chips right away.) Allow to dry 24 hours.
STEP 9 Go across the entire floor with a brush or hand in a work glove to loosen any decorative chips that did not dry flat.
STEP 10 Blow out all the loose decorative chips. (There weren't many.)
STEP 11 Prep the clear coating mix by mixing in the non skid sand. (Highly recommend using some measure of it).
STEP 12 Paint the floor. Allow to dry 24 hours.
STEP 13 ENJOY!
Thanks for watching my DIY Garage Floor Epoxy Coating Video. Video and check out my project plans here: bit.ly/3LFs0nm

[@zooo31]

You can always identify a super nice guy by how he responds to critics. Great video and obviously a great guy.

[@diywithandrew]

Appreciate that, thank you. KZbin comments can be extremely bad so I try to as positive as I can.

[@its-a-bountiful-life]

Glad I watched, as I am a 61 year old who thinks he's still 30. After watching, I think I am going to have a professional do it. It exhausted me just watching all your hard work. Good job, though.

[@diywithandrew]

I’m glad it was able to help in that way. Sometimes that is just the way to go - pay to have it done. Thanks for taking time to comment and I hope your floor turns out great.

[@spartanepoxies3798]

Hey man, pretty good job. For the etching process, the concrete should have been sprayed down first, and you should have used a watering can for the etch. I didn't catch the etch you used, but please make sure that you don't need to neutralize the concrete after etching as some of the muriatic acid etch products out there still require the acid to be neutralized with a baking soda / water wash down. For spalling, cracks, and imperfections you can use a 2 part - 100% epoxy filler. It's just going to adhere better is all. If you have expansion joints, consider using a fast-set polyurea. Spartan Epoxies offers a tubeset called JS100. For the flakes, I would do whats called a full flake broadcast. Essentially gives you an entire layer of paint chips for superior durability and drop protection. If you do a full flake broadcast, then 2 coats of urethane topcoat is needed. 1 coat for whats called the grout coat, and a final urethane topcoat as your finishing coat. You should have used a 120 grit screen (drywall screen) to hit the flakes the day after application, and not gloves. For the application, because you used a epoxy paint, and not a true epoxy, I suppose you may have had to apply that way. However, I would have poured the epoxy across the back wall, then used a flat squeegee to spread, then wore what's called gunite spikes. Which enable you to walk thru the wet epoxy. Then you can go on the floor and backroll using a high quality phenolic core roller cover, double weaved nap of course. Once you back roll you can broadcast your flakes, and since you have spikes you can walk around to broadcast them. We broadcast up in the air, typically using the term feeding the chickens as this is exactly what it looks like. This technique helps to ensure an even look. I think you did good for what you were doing there and thanks for helping the industry. It's important that people understand how important it is to apply a coating over their garage floor. These days you can apply all sorts of really awesome types of epoxy. Great job man. I hope this is received well and I promise I'm not trying to be negative. Just trying to help anyone here.

[@diywithandrew]

Dude, thanks for being so constructive and helpful in your comments. And thank for watching my video. You are one that I wish I could have learned from before I started my project. I appreciate you taking time to add to the knowledge base here and helping my viewers in such a positive and informative way. Thanks again and I hope many benefit from it!

[@josuemaganajd5428]

Very good information here! I’ll definitely save your recommendations when I’m ready to do my garage, hope you can make a video as well to show us how is done!

[@spartanepoxies3798]

@@diywithandrew No problem at all. Sometimes just jumping in and doing is the best way to learn. You can try to plan, and plot but at the end of the day when you get the experience and actually do a floor you learn so much as you know. Good luck man and great job again.

[@SpaceNinja321]

So I have the same kit as in the video. Do you still recommend spreading with a squeegee or a roller?

[@ericbillies1569]

This was a great DIY video, exceptionally helpful!!! Pretty much followed Andrew’s process (and incorporated some insightful comments - e.g., using 18” roller). Some other lessons learned: 1. New Rustoleum package has the dual pouches - makes it easier to mix together. 2. Epoxy is thick - roller was a little tricky and sometimes was splotchy, sometimes hard to get a consistent coat. 3. After the epoxy dried, had some dark spot discoloration in a few areas. Not sure why, not a major issue but only negative thing (note, it is not from the concrete). 4. Absolutely need 2 clear coat packages for a 2.5 car garage. It was was very hard to see where you may have missed (as he says) and missed a couple of areas after it dried. So I sucked it up and bought another one to complete the job. Thank you again, Andrew!

[@diywithandrew]

Wow, Eric! So glad to hear that my video helped and that you got more help from comments. Thanks for sharing and adding to the knowledge here!

[@dehavinwatie8985]

Boss, I am getting ready to do my floor, n I wanted to compliment you on your video, you explained how to do this perfectly, GREAT and in great detail. Thank you again, n your wife was a great help.

[@diywithandrew]

Thank you for watching and taking time to share a nice comment. I really appreciate that and good luck on your project as well!

[@8437lds]

Thanks for the all the details, especially tools and items that you used for this project.

[@diywithandrew]

You bet! Thanks for watching and the cool comment.

[@stefanarchuticz6168]

Great video. I'm a professional installer and one thing that's not discussed enough with epoxy coatings is the fact they are not UV stable. You can expect yellowing in areas that receive consistent exposure to natural light. Polyaspartic is the best coating material for a garage floor, but unfortunately it's not a DIY product due to its very short pot life.

[@diywithandrew]

Stefan, I’m honored you would take the time to watch and comment. You are absolutely right in that I didn’t mention anything about UV rays (didn’t even think about that fact) and didn’t learn that detail until about 3 weeks after filming and seeing the effect of the UV rays from the sun. After about a month I noticed yellowing on about 10” of area from driveway to garage floor where I applied the coating “outside” the garage doors where they rest on the concrete. There is now a yellowish strip along that section when viewed from outside. Obviously, had I known that would happen, I would have shared that in my video. It’s not the worst thing to have happened but it certainly doesn’t look great. Haha. Also good to know about polyaspartic. I will say that after almost a year, it is performed really well and I’m glad I did it. Thanks again for stopping by and sharing your knowledge with our community here.

[@commoncents456]

Thank you for your input.

[@johnfeather5405]

Hey Stefan where can a dIYer get polyaspartic? What about Sherwin Williams?

[@totalgaragesolutionsllc6043]

@@johnfeather5405 there are several online stores that sell it, but not SW. Just be prepared, it’s quite expensive. It will generally cost between $1-$1.5/sqft just for the Polyaspartic.

[@hello-nq3ze]

@@totalgaragesolutionsllc6043 roughly $500-800 for the entire garage, definitely worth it though. Would it be weird to coat like 75% of it in regular epoxy then the exposed portions with polyaspartic or is the consistency just too different?

[@brentowen9480]

Been cleaning my automotive shop's floors for year and honestly I think Dawn Soap, water, scrub broom, rinse and squeegee are the best floor cleaners.

[@diywithandrew]

Thanks for sharing

[@90ERS]

That was a nice video. I did my 2.5 car garage 10 years ago with the same Rustoleum product, in a very similar way, and it turned out great and has lasted forever. Looks today like it did when I installed it. Here are a few additional tips to consider, and a few commenters probably already mentioned these. Use a wider roller, I used a 12” or 15”, can’t remember which (but not a 9”). Use a disposable liner in your roller pan with a piece of cardboard underneath to catch drips. I painted the entire perimeter all at once, taped off along the walls, and quickly. Then you can roll the surface quickly as well with the larger roller. Not important if the edges start to dry and won’t hold the color flecks. The prep is absolutely the most important step in all of this. Filling the cracks and holes, I used an epoxy based concrete filler and then sanded smooth with an angle grinder. An orbital sander with the right grit is also great for this. Degreasing and cleaning is critical, but the most important is getting a good acid etch. What they give you in the kit is useless. I used muriatic acid (pool chemical), which is 31.45% (20 degree Baume) HCl (hydrochloride acid) that was available at the big box stores. It’s cheap too. Note: you HAVE TO USE EYE AND SKIN PROTECTION and be very careful with this stuff, but if you follow the precautions, use appropriate PPE, you will safely achieve a far superior acid etch in only one application. I diluted the acid with 2 parts water to 1 part acid, always pour the acid into the water (and never vice versa). Make sure you have good ventilation too. It makes for a really deep etch. Then you have to rinse really well due to the amount of fine solids removed by the etching. Pressure washer is great for this. A wet/dry vac also helpful. Of course if you have a diamond grit floor sander instead, that would be wonderful and less hazardous. 😊 I have another floor job coming up soon for a 3 car in our new house. Can’t wait!

[@diywithandrew]

Eric, thanks for your kind comment and for all of this great advice for our viewers. I think many will benefit from your wisdom and experience.

[@thesofspades8709]

Hello. Should I do an acid etch or use a sander, or do I have to use both?Thanks In advance.

[@90ERS]

To s of spades, by all means use a floor sander with a diamond grit pad, if you have one. That is how professional installers do it, for a variety of reasons, one being the floor stays dry and they can put on the first coat immediately after vacuuming off the dust. The acid etch works just as well if you don’t have the floor sander, but the disadvantages are apparent.

[@diywithandrew]

@@90ERS Thanks for contributing, Eric! Appreciate you taking time to help educate our viewers.

[@moxl1234]

My pro used the epoxy filler after the initial sanding for rough areas and cracks, then sanded it after it was dried overnight. Then applied the first epoxy coat. That gets rid of the rough imperfections you had in your floor.

[@carlosmontilla4369]

I am working on my garage and contemplating whether to apply epoxy. I appreciate your willingness to share your experience; it provides valuable assistance. Thank you.

[@diywithandrew]

I'm glad to hear that my video helped. Thank you for taking time to watch and let me know! I wish you the best on your project!

[@carlosmontilla4369]

@@diywithandrew My project got perfect, thanks to your guidance. I am not sure I can post a picture here; that'd be awesome.

[@cowslinger64]

Excellent, well thought out plan and execution. I've thought many times of doing this myself. I appreciate you sharing your experience. Thanks!

[@diywithandrew]

Thanks for the kind comment and I wish you the best on your project if you do it!

[@brockwrichards]

One of the greatest videos on the subject. Will mirror most people's experience. Thanks!!!

[@diywithandrew]

Thanks for watching and the kind words. Really appreciate that!

[@VinceBoone]

No grinding, and greatest video? Lol.

[@mimiallen225]

Hi , new subbie here!!!! Words cannot express how grateful I am for finding your channel!!! My husband and I recently purchased our home and our garage needed a touch up, badly! Well, with your step by step instructions WE DID IT!!! Our first DIY…EVER!! THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!

[@diywithandrew]

Hi there. Thank you for taking time to share a really nice comment. I’m so glad to hear that my video helped! Great job on taking the chance to do a project yourself! I’m glad it turned out good.

[@PreciousOlocha]

I have a salon and the prices these floor ppl are calling out is giving me a headache so I’m going to try this. I’m so excited 😆

[@mimiallen225]

@@PreciousOlocha Please do it!!!!! It was not difficult at all. Exactly, when we were quoted thousands of dollars, this frugal woman said oh no, I’ll do it myself 🤣🤣😂😂

[@VinceBoone]

Ain't gonna last. No grinding? Lol. Don't listen to this clown. Definitely a failed floor in the near future.

[@EarlBalentine]

Nice job, it's one of those projects that you really feel good about when it's done.

[@diywithandrew]

Thank you! Totally agree! Very glad I took the time to do it.

[@Smithb83]

Looks great, good tips too. Here's my tip - use a 15 litre paint scuttle instead of roller trays (with disposable liners) 👍🏻

[@diywithandrew]

Thanks! And great tip. Appreciate you sharing.

[@KiaPresley]

Awesome. I was so intimidated by the process. But, you made this tangible for me. thank you and the wife for this.

[@diywithandrew]

Thanks for watching and let me know! Honestly I was mega intimidated by it as well but we just took it step by step and it turned out great. Best of luck to you on your project. If you end up doing it send me finished pics in instagram! @fieldtreasuredesigns

[@MrJohnnyboyrebel]

The previous owner of my house put epoxy floors in both two-car garages. We keep our cars in one, and the other is my workshop. I am considering grinding them both out, 1) the floors are very slippery when wet, like rain dripping from cars kind of wet, 2) the flakes make finding dropped items like screws, nuts, nails, etc. nearly impossible to find. I use a flashlight lying on the floor to create a shadow. These are the two reasons I would discourage epoxy floors, especially in a workshop.

[@diywithandrew]

Those are great thoughts from your experience. Unfortunately the previous owner must not have our down the clear coat with the sand mix which reduces the slip factor. You are right on the hard to find small items issue. I’ve had some long hunting sessions! Ha! The flashlight is a great idea.

[@christopherterry5457]

There is no slip factor if done correctly. As for you dropping items and not finding them - How about using a magnet or broom/vac/. You wouldn’t catch me on the floor looking horizontal anymore with my bad knees. Have you tried being more careful not to drop things? Just say’in.

[@PursueTheUnknown]

Can you skip the flakes step? Step dad had epoxy floors with flakes and it was maddening finding dropped items. Want to do epoxy in new house, white epoxy floors but not use the flakes.

[@trucuriousity]

​@@PursueTheUnknownI've never seen the flakes used in mechanic service bays... maybe that's why!

[@squadman3376]

Painter here. Did you use a 1/4 inch nap roller? Maybe a 1/2 nap would apply a bit more for a thicker layer?? Great prep and job. Cheers.

[@diywithandrew]

I think it was a 1/4 nap. Great tip on the 1/2 nap. Also thanks for the kind compliment. Knowing your a painter makes that high praise. Thanks!

[@tomlapham5532]

I have to say great job on all of the prep!! I work in a paint store and my boss doesn't even like selling either the Rustoleum garage floor kits or the professional two part, expensive paints even to professional painters because too many people cut corners on the extensive prep work necessary. You MUST emulsify, dissolve, clean all oil stains. Some even require etching with muriatic acid especially glossy concrete or the material will not stick. Another test often overlooked is for moisture and water coming up through the floor. You need to take say a 3ftx3ft piece of plastic and tape it to the floor securely overnight. If you come out the next day and there is moisture under the plastic you could run into problems with peeling. We try and talk people out of doing this themselves, even professional painters unless they listen and do all of the prep. Love to hear form you about how the floor is a year or so later. Even with all of the prep in the world, if you park a car on the floor hot tires will peel the paint. Looks like this garage is your shop so that's not a concern for you but with the next owner it could be.

[@diywithandrew]

Getting praise from someone with your knowledge and experience is a big deal. I don't take it lightly. Thank you! Also thanks for taking the time to watch and comment so others can learn. Obviously this is a DIY approach and I don't claim to be a professional. Overall I am happy with the job I did. I think there are a lot of "professionals" that still do a bad job. After a year and a half, I have had no problems with pealing, but I see peeling ALL THE TIME in houses because I am a real estate agent and I see a lot of homes and garages. Thanks again for stopping by. Here is the link to my update video if you are interested: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z4PSpnmaashnj7csi=3cKXJzH7fGMCTPP7

[@jamesg5001]

one of the best videos I have seen on this project. thx for posting!

[@diywithandrew]

Really glad to hear it. Thanks for letting me know and for watching. Really appreciate it.

[@davidcannon5104]

This is so much work and I applaud you/anyone who’s successfully completed this!! However, I am leaning toward patching/repairing the concrete cracks and buying a giant floor mat instead. I have two small boys and just don’t think I’ll have the uninterrupted time to do this right way and I don’t have the extra money to pay a professional.

[@diywithandrew]

Thanks for the kind words and yea I totally get that. Sometimes you have to pick the right solution to meet your time and money.

[@samadhistate9637]

Nice work. No acid etching or diamond buffing in your prep? This greatly helps the epoxy to bind.

[@diywithandrew]

Thanks. I did etching. Twice actually. It’s been a year and holding up great!

[@geo100x]

I would apply one coat of paint without the chips first, on the second coat with chips. Good job. 👏👏👏

[@diywithandrew]

That’s a great idea. And thanks for watching and the nice comment

[@doloresturnwall3200]

Great video, very helpful. Feel like I can tackle it myself. Love your organized garage ….. nothing out of place.

[@diywithandrew]

Thank you very much!

[@randyfrantz7195]

Thank you for the video. I was considering doing an epoxy floor for my garages. Not any more. I'll just clean the concrete and forget it. Plus, I have heard that the epoxy will chip. That could be from improper prep work. You won't likely have that happen. Thanks again!

[@diywithandrew]

Glad it helped you come to a decision. Thanks for watching and the comment.

[@hangphuchienhien9078]

Great Job Brother Ur Wife is a great helper too brother you guys doing so amazing floors

[@diywithandrew]

Thank you!

[@Angel-ld9gz]

I am going to give it a shot , question was it your first time? Thanks for the video

[@diywithandrew]

Awesome! I hope it goes well. Yes it was my very first shot at it. Thanks for watching.

[@randomsucks2444]

Thank you, I was just about to do my garage floor and was unsure about how much I would need. Didn't think about fixing the small pot marks in the floor.

[@diywithandrew]

Thanks for watching and letting me know! Hope your floor turns out great.

[@jimdickie7038]

Great, informative video. You kept it real, the good and the bad. After getting some quotes, you may have given me just the push I needed.

[@diywithandrew]

Thank you for the comment and for watching! I hope your project goes well!

[@joelpowell9235]

Fantastic! You and your wife did a wonderful job!! If I may ask, how is the floor holding up two years later? Any issues with hot tire pickup? Heavily considering doing this same project in my garage and am debating between this and Rustoleum’s polycuramine (Rock Solid) or even Rust Bullet. Thanks again for all of your hard work in creating this video and sharing your work.

[@diywithandrew]

Hey thanks for your kind words. I actually have a follow up video that should answer your questions! // Garage Floor Epoxy 15 Months Later kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z4PSpnmaashnj7c

[@joelpowell9235]

@@diywithandrew Terrific! This helped a great deal. Thank you so much for your time and for responding to my comment. All the best to you!

[@diywithandrew]

@@joelpowell9235 You bet! Thanks again for watching and jumping in. I wish you the best!

[@briandevillier9850]

I enjoyed your video. My wife and I are having a company do ours. It's 6.50 a square. It's looking good. I hope all of ours last a long time. We surely enjoyed your video.

[@diywithandrew]

Thanks for taking time to write a nice comment. I hope yours turns out great and you get many years of enjoyment out of it. We are coming up on a year with ours and it still looks like I just did it and am so glad I did. Take care!

[@ingridahmed5156]

Congratulations looks great. I wish I could epoxy my garage but it's too much work cleaning it a patching it up. Your garage looks bigger great job for both of you. Now you can enjoy it.👍👍

[@diywithandrew]

Thanks. I appreciate you watching and taking time to comment.

[@brad1953]

Great job on the garage floor. Looks amazing!

[@diywithandrew]

Thank you! I appreciate that

[@shurshot57]

Thank you. you have inspired me to try this myself on a brand new garage. stay tuned :)

[@diywithandrew]

Awesome!

[@vioricagherman9216]

Wow you are a perfectionist. I enjoyed watching your work. Thank you for sharing!!!

[@diywithandrew]

Haha! That is so true. Thanks for taking time to watch and comment

[@capstonereview5419]

Etching in flip flops!! Epic

[@diywithandrew]

Haha!

[@realgato4641]

I etched my garage barefoot yesterday, Im a legend🤦‍♂️

[@marykrebs5952]

My sentiments exactly

[@marykrebs5952]

@@realgato4641you gotta be

[@anniethin5412]

Before doing this job, ensure the ground is covered by cement already. Most garage have rough surface, cement and level the floor surface, then epoxy it and finish by a shining coat. Good job, pal.

[@diywithandrew]

Thanks for adding the tips! Appreciate the comment.

[@mark4079]

Awesome video!! How is it holding up after all this time? Thanks so much.

[@diywithandrew]

Thanks! Here’s my update video: Garage Floor Epoxy 15 Months Later kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z4PSpnmaashnj7c

[@adamgarrett5663]

Thanks for posting for all of the DIYers. How has the product held up after 2 years from posting your video? TIA!

[@diywithandrew]

You bet! Here’s my update video: Garage Floor Epoxy 15 Months Later kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z4PSpnmaashnj7c

[@TheBarnCarsandBicycles]

Great video. Well done. You did a great job showing all the important details and also what you might have done different if a next time. Thanks for taking the time to show us.

[@diywithandrew]

Thanks for taking time to watch and to write a nice comment. I really appreciate that!

[@MrNoahalee]

Great vid. Definitely learned a ton prior to me doing my own garage. Thanks!

[@diywithandrew]

Glad to hear it! Thanks for taking time to watch and let me know.

[@jackcavanaugh_callc]

Castagra’s Ecodur product fills cracks and self levels if anyone’s looking to save some steps. It also has extreme adhesion so you can get away with doing much less prep work

[@diywithandrew]

Great to know.

[@chriswalls5831]

May have the garage done like this nice

[@diywithandrew]

Right on! We love it.

[@DanCampbell-zb2gd]

Great video. Very informative. About to start my project and have the kit and all the materials. What clear epoxy did you use?

[@diywithandrew]

Thanks! Here’s exactly what I used on Amazon. (I get a small commission if you use my link): amzn.to/3UWUAbW

[@Fish-please]

nice work. thanks for straightening me out. i was about to do this myself...now i will just pay a guy.

[@diywithandrew]

Glad it was helpful. Hope yours turns out awesome.

[@VinayRadhika]

My type of video. Definitely not trying to make the video fancy but the real experience and learnings. Something that the viewer can follow as well as avoid. Good job fellas. One question though if you have time to answer. I noticed some folks wear different shoes which you can use to walk over fresh paint. This would save time to sprinkle chips slowly but all at once. Any ideas 💡?

[@diywithandrew]

Man I really appreciate that. Thank you! Great question. Honestly I think that is a good idea. I have no idea if it would work but I think it’s worth a try to reach and see if it is possible

[@BlackBirdieGolf]

What do you suggest for a more less slippery flooring. I did the epoxy about 10 years ago and dropped my motorcycle because the floor is slippery.

[@diywithandrew]

You definitely want to mix the sand in with the final clear coat. I mixed in all of it and I think that helps a lot.

[@gillianfongang9830]

Thank you soo much .planning to do mine.so far your Diy is the best we'll explicit. ❤ You said you let it dry after the floor prep for 48hrs So How many days did you take to do this In total.

[@diywithandrew]

Thank you! I think it was about a week total.

[@donnacrozier2003]

WOW, l have to do my garage floor! Thanks for sharing & uploading. Nice!

[@diywithandrew]

Awesome! Glad to hear it!

[@zameerkhan4151]

You would have saved a lot of time, effort and money using the Rock Solid epoxy garage paint made by Rustoleum. You would avoid the clear coat and pour the paint directly on the floor and roll. I have used it multiple times with great long term results. Even after 5 years, the floor looks like it was painted yesterday

[@diywithandrew]

That’s great to know although I’m extremely happy with how mine turned out. Thanks for sharing an alternative.

[@scottyahol]

great video 👍🏻I bought the same kit,But didn’t put on the final clear coat. Can I put that on a year later.Still looks great ,

[@diywithandrew]

Thank you! Yes I think you could. I might wipe down the surface once with a lightly damp cloth just to make sure it's clean. I highly recommend doing the clear coat.

[@VivekDhingani]

I have just done that boxing but haven't put the clear coat on it yet. I'm debating whether I should put the clear coat or not because its price is almost the same as the epoxy kit. Also worried about the floor getting slippery after the clear coat.

[@VivekDhingani]

Also, I was reading the clear coat instructions and it says you should put the clear coat within the 5 days of the epoxy done. Curious how your clear coat is holding up now?

[@PnoyAngler]

about to tackle this next month. Thanks for the tips and the process. Any update on your floor now? did it start to fade?

[@diywithandrew]

Awesome! I think you’ll be happy with it. The only thing is if there is any spot exposed to the sun, don’t put the clear coat in that area. Otherwise it’s awesome. I’ve got an update video that talks about how it’s lasted if you want to check it out on my channel.

[@keithevans1731]

you dont have to start immediately, the directions say that you need to wait (depending on temp) for the catalyst to activate.

[@diywithandrew]

Great reminder. Thx

[@michaelromero1210]

Very nice! Nice attention to detail (edges)! I’m waiting for it to warm up to do my patio

[@diywithandrew]

Thanks! Appreciate you taking time to post a positive comment. Awesome about your patio! I hope it turns out great.

[@newtonslaw7296]

Good job mate, done well! Thanks for sharing those learning opportunities.

[@diywithandrew]

Thanks for taking time to watch and to write a comment. You are what makes KZbin great!

[@phillipmcgrath599]

Awesome Thank you going to do mine as well, How soon did you apply the clear coat on the epoxy ?

[@diywithandrew]

Awesome! I waited 24hrs before the clear coat application. We live in a dry climate so if not dry I’d maybe wait 48hrs.

[@timc8913]

Thanks for sharing your experiences and process. I've had this product in the closet for 6 months and haven't brought myself to apply it yet. You gave some great tips & ideas. I know feel prepared to give it a try.

[@diywithandrew]

Thanks for taking the time to comment Tim. I understand having material ready for a project and not feeling ready to tackle it. I hope your project turns out great! Send me a picture of the finished result!

[@ryant2736]

Also, how is it looking after one year? Any issues with tire burn?

[@diywithandrew]

Here is my update video on how it has performed: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z4PSpnmaashnj7csi=a_WL3CU4gwgBUZqe

[@nanakadidiasoumano]

Great video. I’m following your video to do my garage. But totally off topic, where did you purchase the shoe rack? Or was it a diy shoe rack?

[@diywithandrew]

Thanks! Oh man the shoe rack is awesome. Amazon. I actually just added a second we like it so much. Here’s the link: amzn.to/3WjuvSP

[@DaBlackLion217]

Dude this was amazing. Thank you for this!

[@diywithandrew]

Appreciate that!

[@WorkingTimbersCo]

Nice job man! Thanks for the tips! On my list!

[@diywithandrew]

Thanks man! Really appreciate the comment. Good addition to the list! I think you will be glad you did it!

[@rickmucci4785]

Super Nice and friendly video, well explained step by step DIYer, what not to forget and even sharing your mistakes. Thank you, liked and subsc

[@diywithandrew]

Wow thanks for the kind comment. I really appreciate that and thanks for watching. Welcome aboard!

[@rickmucci4785]

@@diywithandrew 👍😀

[@miken2604]

really found this video to be helpful...other videos ive viewed actually grind the concrete...why did you choose not to grind down your floor....Thank You Brother

[@diywithandrew]

Glad to hear that. I didn’t feel it was necessary nor did I want to pay for the rental and time to figure it all out. But I’m sure we could have done that and it would have been fine as well.

[@Isaac-px6vl]

Thanks for the video. I don’t see the link you have mentioned to use for tool required for the job.

[@diywithandrew]

You bet! Here are all the links: (they are in the show notes if you scroll down but I'm pasting them here as well) ///// FLOOR COATINGS Rust-Oleum EpoxyShield Garage Floor Coating (2 Car Kit) Grey: amzn.to/3NEQkYe Rust-Oleum EpoxyShield Garage Floor Coating (1 Car Kit) Grey: amzn.to/3QaROeA Rust-Oleum EpoxyShield Clear High Gloss Coating: low.es/3MDK16b - ///// CONCRETE CLEANING & PREP LINKS Goof Off Concrete Cleaner & Oil Stain Remover: thd.co/3NDuaps Zep Citrus Degreaser: amzn.to/3zpMIW1 Drylok Concrete Etch & Cleaner: thd.co/3O43oGG Quikcrete Quick-setting Concrete Mix: thd.co/3aLhuOF - ///// TOOL LINKS Ryobi Pressure Washer: amzn.to/3wUcmiN (Amazon) Ryobi Pressure Washer: thd.co/3N4D6Ur (Home Depot) Quickie Outdoor Scrub Brush: amzn.to/39cWCj6 Brush Extension Pole (Don't be cheap as I broke one): amzn.to/3MDZaUO Drill Attachment Paint/Epoxy Mixer: amzn.to/3MFNalM Roller Brush Frame: amzn.to/3aDoltv 3/8 Nap Roller Brush: amzn.to/3xBCxw9 Angle Paint Brush: amzn.to/3QeYDfi Paint Tray: amzn.to/3mvLUqO Ryobi Blower: amzn.to/3O4fMWZ Painters Tape: amzn.to/3H6iR6R Margin Trowel: amzn.to/3O8VsUG Bosch Random Orbit Sander: amzn.to/3MBg8U6 Mechanix Work Gloves: amzn.to/3NG4Wqz

[@Mycarsmettle]

Could you do a follow up video to give a longevity review or a response comment please? Thank you for taking the time to make this video, it was helpful. If you've already made another video, could you link it for me? I couldn't find one.

[@diywithandrew]

Sure thing! I just finished it. The video be live tomorrow morning. Here is the link. I hope it is helpful. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z4PSpnmaashnj7c

[@muhammedb7232]

Impressive & great job..... I guess I missed the part when you mentioned how long it took you to finish the project... So how long again?

[@diywithandrew]

Really appreciate you watching and the kind words. I think all in all it took me about a week. I made sure to allow lots of dry and cure time between cleaning and coatings. Hope that helps!

[@johnduncan7039]

The best way to spread the chips are to take a hand full and just throw them over a 8x6 area after you spread the epoxy

[@diywithandrew]

We felt 8x8 was too large an area to do that but I’m sure that works fine as well.

[@moxl1234]

@@diywithandrew I know it may be personal preference, but pros use far more flake to get a consistent pattern, such that you barely see the first cost. Then when the first coat is dry they blow and scrape off the excess into a corner and sweep/suck it up into a bag. That is why you had so much left over. Also, I would not do this type of job wearing sandals, esp with the acid etching step. Liked the video and your honesty!

[@FIREGURU]

Good video! Prep is everything. Slab should be profiled so that the coating will grab tight. Etching is profiling through chemical. I actually prefer mechanical. A grinder with diamond tooling works great for a home garage. Without a clean and profiled slab, your coating could peel and come up.

[@diywithandrew]

Thanks for taking time to watch and comment. Also great tips! Appreciate it.

[@AnakinVeyder]

This one heck of a video and a heck of a project ! It definitely inspired me to get the ball rolling this summer ! Thank you so much!

[@diywithandrew]

Man thanks so much for your awesome comment. Pumped it helped you! Thanks and good luck on your project!

[@scottneumann2124]

to get a better result, you could've used a diamond grinder on the entire floor surface first to get all the old stains and epoxies off. Then you'd just vacuum up the dust that settled. you get a much better end result.

[@diywithandrew]

Yep. Thanks for the tip. Not everyone has access to that equipment so it’s nice to have options.

[@papacamino2286]

i’m 66 and exhausted watching this,i ain’t doin it😮‍💨

[@mrnoedahl]

I’m 62. And I agree with you. Ain’t doing it either.

[@diywithandrew]

Haha! Totally get that.

[@mrnoedahl]

@@diywithandrew Let’s get Andrew to do it; he’ll do anything. It’s definitely a job for a young man.

[@concernedkid3262]

I have to agree and Im much younger!!!😂

[@quintongallmon7200]

😂😂😂

[@doctordiv]

You sound like Rener Gracie! Thanks for the awesome video!

[@diywithandrew]

Haha! I wish I was good at Jiu Jitsu.

[@michaelbruce3773]

I did my three-car garage it required an exorbitant amount more than it required on the box. Additionally using the professional grade epoxy clear top coat was necessary to get the shine out of the floor I looking for.

[@diywithandrew]

Like I said in my video I agree that it takes more than what they give you. I find that frustrating and am surprised they have not corrected this. The consumer should have left over not less causing an additional purchase. Thanks for sharing.

[@sylviayoungman6925]

I watched the video twice. I am planning to paint all walls in my 3 car garage interior and then epoxy with chips and seal. What is the estimated cost (from cleaning to sealing) to do the garage floor, if I do the project vs a seasoned pro? Very inspired watching your video. 😊 Were you able to clean the garage floor and do the epoxy work and spread the chips and seal it in one day?

[@cwqrpportable]

@@diywithandrew You’re right and it’s all about the $$. Entice the home owner to purchase the product as cheap as possible and worry about the rest later.

[@peggyB7835]

The prep work is the most important if you want a floor that lasts. Any complaint reviews I read about it peeling up, I guarantee it is due to a lack of prep. Commit to a two-weekend project. Maybe even three. This way you won't rush or cut corners. After several years my floor still looks brand new. One time, my hubby and a friend were moving a metal shelving unit, I heard a loud scraping. I ran over expecting a long gash through the paint. Nothing. Hard as nails. I feel it had to do with having patience to focus on the importance of prep work.

[@Macky4941]

This would be nice in a unfinished basement too!

[@diywithandrew]

Agreed!

[@ryant2736]

Thanks so much for this video! I am excited to embark on this project. One question - when you were applying Etch and Cleaner and you said you did it in sections, did you wash off each section before moving on to the next? For example, did you etch, scrub, wash, etch, scrub, wash, etc.? I ask because it seems like that would get the surrounding areas wet which I can't imagine is ideal. Any tips? Thanks!

[@diywithandrew]

Thanks for watching and your kind words! Yes great question. I applied etching and cleaner in sections but I performed the rinse all at one time when I was done scrubbing each section. Hope that helps!

[@SerranoTorres3521]

You should’ve used an 18” roller instead of that tiny one. You wouldn’t have been so tired.

[@diywithandrew]

Great advice.

[@joserodriguez-yh4fb]

Shut up what you khow about it

[@dmme267]

Buts it's too late for now😂😂😂

[@ROCBOYZGURLZ]

​@@dmme267good for the next person reading this

[@joselozada5093]

How about using a paint spray gun instead 🤔🤔

[@giovanadandolini9383]

Great. I’ll do it on my garage floor. Where did you buy the stuffs? Thanks.

[@diywithandrew]

Awesome! If you check the notes below the video and click "more", you will see all my notes with links to what I purchased as well as the steps. Hope that helps!

[@jaigopaul8772]

Very nice, looks great 👍 👌

[@diywithandrew]

Thanks!

[@shawntruongorigami7558]

appreicated, I just did it and follow your guide , great video 👍🏼

[@diywithandrew]

Right on! Thanks for watching.

[@Deanmartell]

Always diamond grind if possible it will dramatically improve the long term life of the floor and you will avoid all chemicals

[@diywithandrew]

Definitely agree. This is the alternate version of the project if one decides not to diamond grind.

[@Tigerrag89]

Got my sub with the Clemson hoodie! Clemson native here! Also, great video! Thanks for the info!

[@diywithandrew]

Haha! That’s awesome dude! Thanks and for joining. Welcome aboard!

[@AcapellaVideo]

Thanks for this great video! It helped me get the right materials for my garage. Also, as an Argentinian myself, I just noticed you using the Argentine AFA shorts haha. You should be updating with the 3 stars now lol.

[@diywithandrew]

Thanks for watching and the nice comment! I am so glad you noticed the shorts! I have been to Argentina 5 times and have MANY dear friends there. Yes. I need new shorts with 3 stars! Viva Argentina! I also just launched a video reviewing the floor after 15 months of use if you want to check it out! It launches tomorrow. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z4PSpnmaashnj7c

[@washedmachineryrex]

“Thank you Andrew aka myself…” that was funny 😂… cool video man!

[@diywithandrew]

Haha! Thanks man!

[@ThePalacioemerson]

Great video congratulation, may I ask you… what product you apply in the last phase, like a transparent coat ( you use a bag ), thank you

[@diywithandrew]

Thank you very much! I really appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment. I will link to the exact product I used after my comments. Two tips: 1) buy more than you think you need just in case. 2) don’t apply where there will be direct sunlight. It will turn yellow. I hope that helps! Here’s the link: amzn.to/3SgDCTf

[@chert023]

Any tips on maintenance on these floors? Or anything to get stains off the epoxy? Or should you add more clear coat after a year or 2?

[@diywithandrew]

After almost a year we have had no problems with the floor. We clean it with a rag and a little cleaning solution in water in spots that have gotten a little dirty. So far that’s all it’s needed. Depending on the wear I assume another clear coat (after cleaning and drying) probably wouldn’t be bad. But that’s about the extent of my knowledge. Maybe another viewer can comment if they have more knowledge. Hope that helps.

[@michaelhiggins2562]

Thank you, getting ready for similar project!

[@diywithandrew]

Awesome! Let me know how it goes.

[@LCculater]

I used this product and in two years it started coming off ? I cleaned the heck out of it but I’ll still redo it as I like it

[@diywithandrew]

Sorry to hear that! We are about a year and a half in and still good so far.

[@rom20081983]

Great job. How long does it survive?

[@diywithandrew]

Thanks! Here’s my update video: Garage Floor Epoxy 15 Months Later kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z4PSpnmaashnj7c

[@rickvalcarcel8888]

Your best bet EVERYTIME,is to bring the entire floor with a walk behind grinder easily rented with hepa vac system...fast,and opens the concrete so it grabs a hold...in summer that floor may peel up on your hot tires

[@diywithandrew]

That’s great advice. Thankfully it hasn’t pealed up but I don’t think you can go wrong using a grinder.

[@ianbruce4102]

Nice job. I would like to know how it lasts after a year or so. If you do not park a automobile on it I suspect it will last a long time. My basement garage floor held up great over the years. Only thing parked it there was a motorcycle and a lawn tractor for a short time. As for the Main level garage, epoxy paint was coming off within a year. I did all you did and was very diligent to make sure floor was clean and etched properly. I did not have much stains to start. I did it in the summer, lots of time to dry properly. I remember poking my head out the door to the garage to say 'seeya later' to my wife. As the car began to roll out I heard what sounded like duct tape being ripped off a smooth surface. Were the front tire had rested for the night was tire print, in bare concrete. paint came off in the shape of the tire tread. This was months after doing the job and it had been parked on for many moons. Now it is just a mess. I really hope your floor loves the epoxy more than mine did.

[@diywithandrew]

Thanks for sharing your experience. It’s been a year and looks like we finished it yesterday. I hope it stays that way.

[@hitu852]

Do I need to follow your steps on degreasers, cleaning with concrete cleaner etc before proceeding to Epoxy step. Just curious if I can clean the garage and fill the gaps and start with epoxy step ? Appreciate your reply. Thanks Andrew!

[@diywithandrew]

Totally up to you! Depending on age and how dirty it is I would try to clean it and etch the concrete so the epoxy will stick! I wish you the best on your project!

[@chucksmith6149]

Hey man nice floor! Quick question, just did my floors yesterday. Do you think I can use the rustoleum clear top coat rather than the epoxy shield clear top coat? I just don’t see myself spending another $200 on clear coat

[@diywithandrew]

Hey man thanks. Honestly I don’t know. All I know is that the clear coat is hugely important and $200 doesn’t seem like a huge expense to make sure your investment of money and time is solid. I also like the sand mixed in to the epoxy shield to prevent it getting too slippery. Sorry I don’t have more information. I can just say that the last part might be the most important part so choose wisely.

[@amosfeldman9454]

Great video. Looks great. I'm sure I have more thoughts on this but first impression - awesome video. Better than the videos these companies put out for their own products.

[@diywithandrew]

Thank you, Amos! I appreciate you taking time to let me know.

[@edisonbuhay1349]

Great video thank you for making everything clear! Just a question; how long did every step take to dry?

[@diywithandrew]

Thanks for watching and the comment. I tried to wait at least 24hrs between coats and I think I waited 48 before doing the clear coat. Hope that helps!

[@vinhha6073]

wow... look fantastic, great done bro... thing i didn't want to do ... clean up my garage 😂😂😂😂... before i doing this... 😊

[@diywithandrew]

Thanks! Yea no doubt, cleaning out the garage can be tough!

[@shankarrao2572]

Great video. With lots of tips/ideas. But here is a question. From what I have seen . .there are 2 types of Epoxy kits. One is water based. And the other is solvent or oil based. Is any one better than the other? Not only in terms of looks/final finish .. but also in terms of applying (the effort or difficultiness) of the epoxy itself? Please advise

[@diywithandrew]

Thanks so much for watching and commenting. Honestly, I don't know. All I can speak to is what I used. See the links below my video in the show notes for the exact product I used. I also just launched a video reviewing the floor after 15 months of use if you want to check it out! It launches tomorrow. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z4PSpnmaashnj7c

[@daleandlauriecook]

Than you for this video! We are going to do our garage ourselves.

[@diywithandrew]

Thanks for watching and the nice comment. I hope you’re project is a success and you can enjoy it for many years. We are so glad we did it and even more than a year later it’s still awesome!

[@makingwaves1239]

Nice end result. I am probably to conservative, because if it was my garage, I would probably have skipped the chips, but hey ... we all have different taste, so neither choice is wrong.

[@diywithandrew]

Totally agree!

[@nadovidaich2364]

Great job! Thanks for sharing. Can’t wait to do mine …………. 👍🏻

[@diywithandrew]

Thanks! Hope yours turns out great.

[@bobkucharski9425]

Nice video. I hope it lasts, as I did the same exact proccess and same products. Unfortunately, after 2 winters it start to chip/peel away where the tires sit, bummer.

[@diywithandrew]

Thanks and thanks. So far so good! Sorry to hear about the chip and peel away.

[@VinceBoone]

His will