RaceDeck Review - 12 Months Later! The GOOD and BAD

It’s been 12-Months since we installed RaceDeck garage floor covering in my Corvette themed garage. In this video I talk about the GOOD and the BAD of owning RaceDeck.
CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro
00:45 - Why I Chose RaceDeck
01:14 - #1 Hides Imperfections
01:33 - #2 Installation
01:49 - #3 Maintenance
02:34 - #4 Controls Debris
03:01 - #5 Warranty / Customer Service
03:44 - A Shocking Incident
04:38 - Final Thoughts
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[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

What’s up Pranks Family! Hope you like this latest video. Please leave a like and a comment if you found this video useful. PEACE! ✌🏻

[@HorsePowerObsessed]

Great update, Steve. Definitely a great look and it goes well with all of your garage accessories.

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

Now come see it in PERSON!

[@ProudPapaw88]

Thanks for the update and thanks for sharing! Your garage looks awesome!! The Vette looks pretty bada$$ also.

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

Thanks so much for watching! And the compliment 🔥

[@bluevette2230]

Good day Steve; great flooring, and an awesome looking garage; looking forward to all your upcoming content; take care !

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

Thank you and thanks for stopping by to watch!

[@christopherrodriguez4499]

Thanks for the information! Very helpful 👌🏼

[@scottdayhoff1216]

Very nice to see a follow up video.

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

Thanks Scott

[@georgehendrixson8150]

I have had my Race Deck floor in my five car garage for almost 2 and half years. It looks has great as the day i installed the floor.

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

Totally! I love how it cuts down on dusty floors.

[@26-CJ]

@@ProtectiveDadPrankswhat brand cabinets are those.

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

@@26-CJ craftsman. They were the only ones I could find that were black and red.

[@26-CJ]

@@ProtectiveDadPranks sorry I looked through your other videos and finally saw the brand name on them. They do look nice. We are looking for black cabinets. We have not made up our minds yet if we want all black or have some red or blue accents.

[@dustinhoverson7356]

Im in WI. I used my leaf blower to blow out the floor weekly. Loads of dust and stuff goes out. After the hard winter we had its pretty dirty. Your brush idea is something im going to try. Hoping it does the trick. Great video.

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

Yes! It works great. I got this one at Lowes.

[@Rocky-xx2zg]

Thank You. I'm considering Race Deck over epoxy.

[@bille8673]

Great video garage still looks great.

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

Thanks Bill! 👍🏻

[@cocosurgerow]

What was your cost for race deck?

[@arielsolomov3715]

Great video thank you. What is that floor Matt You’re saying we can add so that race-deck flooring doesn’t get a raised when turning your tires???

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

It gorilla grip liner from what I was told.

[@michaelyurk860]

Im looking at garage floor tiles and I would like to know why you went with a grated floor tile instead of the solid face tiles? Thanks

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

I wanted something to control dust and dirt. I like that it falls through and I just vacuum as needed.

[@Louaye12784]

Thank you for the video. Floor looks great. It looks like that is a working garage….i am concerned about dropping things…like a screw or nut. Does it fall through? How do you get it? Also how does it feel and sound when walking?

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

Very little if any sound and it helps the garage echo less. Yes, I’ve dropped a few things. A magnet works wonder. But if you need to pull up one square it’s quite easy. Thanks for the questions.

[@DadsGarageDIY]

Could not love that floor more! Great video buddy. Keep it up.

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

Thanks for being part of it!

[@DadsGarageDIY]

@@ProtectiveDadPranks Thanks for having me be a part.

[@garnetreecejones9222]

Have you ever attempted jackin hd the car up or using things like quick Jack on this?

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

Yes but I placed a wooden board down. Only to protect the Jack stand feet from damaging the tile. Although they will send you replacement tiles should you damage one.

[@rashadclark2616]

BFAM in the house!

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

Thanks for always supporting me BFAM!

[@brad8202]

How do these floors work with mud and snow, as we have snow for about half the year here, our shop has in floor heat and drain.

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

I would think mud would be a pain in the butt. I’ve had it snow here once. And to me just cleaning up some pain in the butt it just got the tracks. Now I’m very mine always look brand new so. But they’re very easy to pull apart.

[@FrontSeatDriver]

Peace!!

[@tf2529]

If you pull your car in and its really wet because it’s raining does it take longer for the garage to dry out because the water is under the tiles? Any mold under the tiles? Thank you

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

You’d be shocked how fast it dries. If I wash it with a house. It’s completely dry in an hour. Never any mold. Rain is never a problem.

[@ThaProduceSection]

With water, liquid etc. How do you drain it outside of garage or stop from collecting underneath?

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

It evaporates rather quickly. When I wash with low sudsing cleaner and spray it out. It’s completely dry within an hour.

[@RobertGatorVac]

hey bud....question. Should I put any material down underneath the race deck to quiet the noise? or does it matter?

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

No you definitely won’t need it. Not loud at all. In fact, it makes the garage echo less!

[@RobertGatorVac]

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[@Madmaxx0829]

Hey Steve…Darron here from the Columbus, OH area…awesome video Sir….Just curious… if you’re driving straight into your garage and have to turn your front tires even a little, will the floor displace..?? My assumption is that once the entire floor is installed from wall-to-wall, it wouldn’t move since the entire assembled floor would have the support of the garage walls to prevent any movement..?? Your thoughts..?? Thanks again, Sir…awesome job…

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

Thanks for the comment. I back my Vette in and never an issue accept you don’t want to gun it once your rear tires are in first and front tires on the pavement or it could slide it forward “very rare”. I just get some momentum and it goes right in. When I park my wife’s car I drive front first and do turn her tires quite a bit when I’m in half way. The issue with Jason’s Vette I believe was his wide tires turning near the front of the deck. He’s parked in my garage at least 20 more times since then and have never had an issue again.

[@Madmaxx0829]

@@ProtectiveDadPranks Sounds good..!! Thank you Sir for the informative and speedy response..)). I think it’s time to go measure my garage..)). Cheers…..

[@jonathonpuckett2185]

For vacuuming, get a roomba! I love turning mine on and leaving and coming back to everything clean.

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

Now that’s an idea!!!!

[@TheEdshemery]

I’ve been considering this flooring. What concerns me is if I spill oil. Seems like it would be difficult to get under the flooring to clean it up. What say you?

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

It’s extremely easy to pop out one or more of the tiles.

[@jimpotts7811]

Any thoughts on whether to go with the "free flow" tile like you did or the more solid RaceDeck design?

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

I’m a fan of the free flow. I like how the dust drops into the cracks. Keeps my garage much more dust free IMO.

[@Rayzaa101]

Id go solid. Just sweep out whatever dust or whatever gets on it or wipe off if any liquids like oil get on it. If it isn't solid, it's tough to get out between the cracks. Id rather do a sweep every now and then than have dust stuck between my cracks and then it's harder to vacuum out. Just my opinion. Id rather do epoxy myself but he has a point. Takes a couple days and in my garage, we have lots of stuff in there. Freezer, fridge, drawers, stacked shelves that are filled up with things,...ugh. either way id have to move it all but the tiles take a few hours.

[@dubmob151]

It seems like preferences between carpet vs hardwood flooring, the carpet traps and holds the dust while the hardwood flooring shows it up as a layer of dust that's unsightly but easier to clean.

[@jonathanstirling7167]

Beautiful What colors and textures did you use?

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

Black on the outside, red, and charcoal gray was the center. Definitely don’t use black as the primary color.

[@jmend8859]

How is it if you spill oil on it or brake fluid though??

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

The squares pop out easily for clean up.

[@Liketogofast]

Hi Steve, Nice garage….that Z06 will look great in that garage. I was watching the Vette Syndicate live this week. You mentioned your dealership for Z06, I reached out as you suggested, however which salesperson John is your referral? Thanks!

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

Hi. Thanks Mike. Ask for John Frigon. Make sure you tell him I sent you. Thanks!

[@Liketogofast]

@@ProtectiveDadPranks Hi Steve, Thanks. The dealer is Stonebriar 9950 STATE HIGHWAY 121 FRISCO, TX 75035? Because another person there responded explaining process is $5K (Non refundable) and price is MSRP + $50,000 (not $5K). Did I get something incorrect?

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

@@Liketogofast I got a Stingray for $5000 over… Z06 is $50k. I thought you meant stingray. I read it really fast.

[@Liketogofast]

@@ProtectiveDadPranks Steve, Thanks for the clarification.

[@maldonadostone]

I wash my car in the garage (Florida sun/heat) now it’s just bare concrete and I use a floor squeegee to push the water/sap out. Has anyone washed their car on these floors? How would one get the water/soap out?

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

I don’t wash it in there. But I do use soap sometimes to clean it. You can just spray it forward and use a leaf blower to get it out as well.

[@Brian-tu7yn]

Look into polyaspartic floor coatings. The water will bead squeegee completely clean (to the point where you could I’d eat off it). Residual water can be blown out or left to air dry.

[@newmexicosaint]

Can you use a jack and jack stands on this?

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

Yes you can. Now what I have done is put a small thin board down. But I have seen people use it without a board. And if you damage them, you can always replace the square it’s literally pop out.

[@tnc5473]

is it comfortable to walk on without shoes or does it hurt your feet?

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

It’s a little uncomfortable. But with socks it kind of massages your feet.

[@FrontSeatDriver]

Great video. What’s that shirt you’re wearing???

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

LOL! The best fitting corvette shirt only available on Instagram for VETTE SYNDICATE!

[@houseatreides4128]

Why does no one talk about all the dirt that gets trapped under the tracks, 4 hours to install, then how long to pull up and reinstall to clean all the dirt underneath?

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

Thanks for the comment. But you my need to watch this video again. I talk about vacuuming. I never lift mine up.

[@dannychallita]

Hi, your garage looks great, My question is does the flooring cause static electricity?

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

Definitely NO static electricity. One of the easiest floors to take care of too!

[@26-CJ]

@@ProtectiveDadPrankswhat about insects. Seems to me that this floor style just provides a way for insects to have a huge place to shelter anywhere they want.

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

@@26-CJ I really don’t have much problem with them. I might vacuum six insects out a year.

[@stonecoldcustoms]

"We had snow one time." - Laughs in Canadian.. Lol

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

LOL! Yeah it’s rare to have snow here. Maybe once day every 2-3 years.

[@stonecoldcustoms]

@@ProtectiveDadPranks here they use salt brine on the road like every day in the winter - so your garage floor gets absolutely destroyed if you park your car in there.

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

@@stonecoldcustoms - I lived in Washington state for many years. They used that too. Hated it!

[@jeffk464]

It looks pretty, but it seems like it still allows oils and what not to leak down to the concrete.

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

Actually that’s a positives. One pool up. Just pop up the square and clean it.

[@26-CJ]

What’s the difference between this brand verses Swisstrax?

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

I think the biggest difference between the two is the cost. It is vastly different.

[@26-CJ]

@@ProtectiveDadPranks I will have to check them out. What we like about swisstrax is that they have the same flooring but also a smooth flooring so you can choose that so cabinets with wheels will not bump over all the ribs. I hope Racedeck also has this style floor option

[@G20Storm]

Broo!! I'm in the Dallas Area, and I want these, I'm not a Corvette owner though. :)

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

They are very easy to install. Sometimes if you call them direct they can give you a discount over the phone.

[@G20Storm]

@@ProtectiveDadPranks We actually looked into getting a 2023 Corvette when we were looking for a new car, but since it's for the both of us, my wife and I, we figured the m340i was a little more convienent lol. The corvette is a fun car to drive, but as our daily. Maybe not so much hahaha

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

@@G20Storm yeah I wouldn’t want a corvette as a daily.

[@Dave101.]

Looks great,just wondering about jacking a car up on it?? Probably not a good idea,the trolly jack wheels would most likely grip the floor as i try to spin it under the car,an the floor might come up...but ramps might be the go. Ahh shit,if i spill anything on this floor its not just gunna wipe up with a rag...hmm,this seems more like a man cave floor..im thinking half shed race deck,the other half ...dunno lol

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

Jack stands work. But I’d place a board under it to be safe from gouging. But the good part is RaceDeck will replace your tile if you gouge it. It is so easy to replace a messed up tile.

[@Astrocop17]

LOL! If you tied Steve’s hands behind his back he couldn’t speak.

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

LOL I love that!

[@Astrocop17]

@@ProtectiveDadPranks Great review though, thanks for the excellent review.

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

@@Astrocop17 thanks for the funny comment I really enjoyed it!

[@lindaleg3659]

How many tiles do I need for 500 sf?

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

The cool part is. You send them the measurements and the design you’re looking for and they do all the rest. Tell you how much you need plus a few tiles over for mistakes and send you a plan to lay them.

[@lindaleg3659]

@@ProtectiveDadPranks thanks so much. Same dilemma as you. Ebony vs Racedeck. Trust your review.

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

@@lindaleg3659 I love them. Haven’t had a single issue. And I only got a 10% military discount. I paid for it. My review was not purchased.

[@lindaleg3659]

@@ProtectiveDadPranks I’m prior military too.

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

@@lindaleg3659 - GREAT Company!

[@scottmcbride2237]

I put plasti dip on the bottom of every other one so it grips the floor. Never have this problem .

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

That’s genius!

[@jgdwick4067]

Snow one time?

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

LOL yeah this is Texas

[@DaGreek-se9kl]

I live in upstate NY I get snow one time everyday for 6 months 😂

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

@@DaGreek-se9kl - LOL Yeah I definitely wouldn’t suggest these for you.

[@Pearl3Drummer]

Lol, one time.

[@orvilleparrish4969]

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[@Scud5742]

Thanks man. This was incredibly informative. I have a 3 car garage and a single car spot is actually where my gym is. I’ve looked into epoxy, but there’s so much cost to the entire project that is just doesn’t seem to be worthwhile. Especially with moving all that gym equipment. Think I’m pulling the trigger on this with your debris comment. That’s my number 1 issue with it right now. Shit blows in and it’s just super dusty/leaves hanging in the gym area. Awesome review. Thank you.

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

Thanks for the comment. You’ll love it!

[@jgdwick4067]

Don’t us white and don’t do maintenance on it