You are being MISLED about EPOXY GARAGE FLOORS...

[@emotionz3]

I’ve had a water epoxy coating on my floor for about 15 years I did myself from two 1 gallon cans of craftsman garage floor coating. It’s gray and looks boring, and I regret not doing flaks and a poly top, but I was a kid when I bought the house and it was honestly a budget project to protect the concrete. It has held up pretty well. There are some indents where jack stands spent prolonged time digging into the paint, but I’ve never had a problem with moisture causing bubbling (the slab is 8” thick, raised 4” above grade and the concrete driveway is pitched to line up with the garage floor evenly for water runoff) and while there is no peeling from tires there are definitely marks where tires have made contact. Overall it has done its job to project the floor from oil spills and it is a breeze to clean compared to bare and even sealed concrete. But as I said it’s a pretty industrial pasty gray color with no charm so I would recommend to anybody that does a floor to add flakes (especially if you have imperfections in the concrete) and apply either a clear epoxy coat or if compatible with your sub epoxy chemistry, a poly coat. I don’t know about doing it all yourself but at least the base coat without flakes was totally within my capability to prep and evenly apply.

[@yogachick1955]

Well then, there's no time like the present to upgrade :D

[@T12i99iN]

Great information. Once you have a nice garage floor, you'll never going back to having a regular garage floor.

[@TimDCVA]

👍🏻👍🏻

[@stevehall5344]

Great video Tim. I have to go through this explanation to at least half my customers. I can tell when they call that they've either been on the Googles or talked to a polyurea salesman. I appreciate this video and will link to it on my website, with a caption like "In spite of what some other doofus told you..."

[@neilsunk6352]

Great info! I did mine DIY with a full coverage flake, epoxy primer, and poly aspartic top (Versatile was super helpful in the selection process). It turned out amazing and has held up well in a very humid climate. I feel that proper prep contributed to the success I had. Knowing the work I had to put in, I'm skeptical of one day solutions, especially outdoor, poolside ones

[@ryansdao]

what product did you use?

[@neilsunk6352]

​@@ryansdao I used the Roll on Rock system by Versatile. They have packaged sets, but if you email them with the dimensions of your area, they'll help you get exactly how much you need of epoxy, flake, and top coating for your area The biggest help, like I said before, was the prep. I rented a diamond grinder from Sunbelt to prep the floor. I then used a patch to smooth cracks. That was all first day prep. Second day was final clean and application of epoxy and flake. Third day was cleaning excess flake and topcoat Turned out amazing

[@bradleyhewitt9999]

Versatile is the best!! I switched from sherwin williams to versatile about 2 years ago for my business and I absolutely love them!! The only thing differently I do for garage floors is instead of using the standard roll on rock kit I use the moisture barrier epoxy primer and then the polyaspartic. If they want the next step up I use the moisture barrier epoxy then the whole roll on rock kit, so 3 coats. The badass package I do that same thing but I use the 100% solids polyaspartic topcoat. Inside and foot traffic only places I use their water based epoxy and water based polyurethane

[@Poindexters-Obsession]

I dont think it's necessarily the heat in hot tires. There are lots of oils,waxes, and fatty acids in rubber, which will permeate and soften pretty most polymers and make them susceptible to damage.

[@enalbsnave]

Not true with high quality modern materials

[@Timeless_coatings]

Excellent video. Over the last 5 years I used both products and have no calls backs with the 2 day mvb system. Definitely the way to go.

[@JH-11115]

Excellent info. Used to sell for a top notch 1 day company who is great to stand behind the product. Any problems always boil down to inadequate grind and/or days with too fast cure time for the poly. Your point of the tinted epoxy vapor barrier base followed by a day 2 poly top coat is spot on. Great system and the slower cure time on the base offers great grab if the grind is good. Charge a premium for the “best system” for longevity. Just warn that the epoxy is going to smell quite a bit for the first bit in comparison.

[@benasadi253]

still in sales?

[@andrewmaiorana3478]

Thanks Tim. I always enjoy your videos. I have a very similar approach to my jobs. On my estimates I talk about the same idea about the moisture content passing through the concrete differs at different times and that's why I do a vapor barrier. I've also had issues in the past and now I just incorporate it on every job. I've never heard of a pigmented vapor barrier that you can flake into. I'd love to be able to shave off a day. I'm currently at 3 days. Vapory barrier, epoxy with flake, and poly top coat. Any chance on sharing the manufacturer? Good things.

[@TimDCVA]

Hey Andrew! Thanks! Can you send me a DM on IG?

[@ThatsRightADED]

Hi, could you ever put this type of floor in your homes kitchen? It seems very durable and has a nice walk feel. Is it very slippery when wet?

[@brians.4488]

What an awsome video to explain the differences in products !!! Been thinking about tackling my own floor. I'm somewhat handy with a lot of things but the problem with making a completely smooth service without having a grinder with those high dollar diamond bits it won't look like yall did the floor. If u consider what it would cost to rent one and all the different items needed for prep it probably wouldn't take much more just to have a professional outfit do it.

[@ronpeck1488]

Thanks, Tim. I'll use your video, so homeowners don't just think it's a sales pitch from me!

[@TimDCVA]

Haha. Thats great. I hope it’s helpful. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@CalhounCommerce]

Same here! I literally just sent this to a homeowner juggling polyurea or epoxy

[@LOHO8682]

An existing painted garage floor (18 years old) looks good; it just needs an update. Q-Do I need to sand/grind the old paint off or is there an alternative, this is DIY?

[@RESINUS]

Great video! You've raised important points about polyurea and polyaspartic coatings. Have you considered using a fast-drying moisture vapor barrier epoxy primer as a base coat?

[@philschaeffer4561]

You said in the video that “with the mvb you no longer have to worry about moisture vapor transmission delaminating the coating”. Every manufacturer states that an mvb must be installed neat to be able to perform to the level of the mitigation they claim on their TDS. Are you saying you don’t have to worry about it since it gives you more confidence, or just empirical evidence over the course of years?

[@DavesCoolCustomBikes]

Was thinking of trying this in a outdoor concrete pool shower floor

[@skunkel42]

Hi Tim, I own a one day coating company and love the coating industry. We also install epoxy & urethane coating in certain settings. Love this video and learning from you guys. I would really like to try the polyaspartic/urethane top coat that you’re using to top off your garage floors. Can you share a link to the product please? Thanks and God bless!

[@ken292]

Do you do floors in the PA area? If so I’m looking for someone to do mine. You’re welcome to shoot me a email or text if you’d be interested.

[@brandocommando4459]

My company typically does the epoxy to urathane (with UV blocker) coating, it's what we do about 90% of the time. It's a 3-5 day process depending if we have a quartz with troweled base, flakes, or flakes with no base. Very rarely do ever use polyurethane, unless it's a shower or aisle striping, something small for multiple coats. Tnemic is the product we stick with, it's been great for us for the last 5 years

[@Warkive]

Hot-tire pickup can't purely be attributed to the product being used. It's almost always a prep issue.

[@jorgesmith2000]

Great video! What about VOC content? Is there any difference? Also, in your opinion grey + black + white flakes Or grey + dark grey + white flakes? Which is the safer bet?

[@shelleychristensen3990]

Very informative. I appreciate the breakdown and comparison. Too bad you’re not located in Southern California

[@mattlarson9897]

The DIY "epoxy" kits are what's bringing down the entire industry. Lets be honest here, if it is a one part, apply and let dry, it is not true epoxy. I did my basement and garage with a true 2 part epoxy and have had no issues with tire peal-up. I cringe when people tell me they are doing a garage or shop with some "epoxy" they bought at a home center. If it is a single part product then congratulations, you just painted your floor...

[@timhatcher5766]

So appreciate these videos. DIY from big stores failed as mentioned. Live in Cleveland Ohio area now. Concrete garage floor with no moisture barrier installed (built in 1952). Additionally, the drain needs to be replaced and the entrance has cracked concrete. Questions: 1) Would the moisture barrier work in this scenario because moisure in the concrete is visible when it wet outside from rain (none seeping in from underneath)? 2) Would a concrete contractor need to be hired to replace the drain and repair the concrete edge into the garage? Thanks in advance for your responses! Wish you were here to hire for the work needed!

[@EddieBratenhal]

That drain almost certainly connects to your storm lines, which is no longer code. If you cut into that garage floor, you're required to bring it to code and connect to sewer.

[@ULTRAREPMX]

Does your online course includes the prep of concrete?

[@TimDCVA]

Yes it does. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@jst1man]

1 thing to know about epoxy resin. It has a mind of its own. Yes, there are certian predictable behaviors, but man, the second you're done, it does whatever it wants.

[@swanswanchez8767]

So who do you go through for materials

[@edwinjames5523]

You have great content. For a garage floor in northern illinois, which coating would you use? Thanks much for all the information.

[@songckim]

Tim, I love your work. One thing I just realized is that "DC" TimDCVA is not District of Columbia but Decorative Concrete, and you mostly work in Central VA not Northern VA. Do you do work in NoVA? If no, do you recommend a garage floor contractor here in NoVA that quality work you? I would appreciate your feedback.

[@R1j0hn]

I used to work for PPG, and sometimes I help a good friend who does residential & commercial epoxy floors (in between his drywall jobs). The warehouse I worked at got the full treatment, from floor-paint in the isles to a multi-layer solid epoxy showroom floor w/PPG logo inset. IMHO epoxy floors with flakes don't look as good, or perform as well as solid epoxy... Flakes are just a cheap way to increase thickness without the cost/time. In my experience they tend to, well, flake apart. Likely from poor prep or flake application. Either way, it's less likely with no flakes !

[@enalbsnave]

A well done floor would never never have that issue

[@mbab111]

Hi, maybe i misheard but my question is, should an epoxy floor be vapor permeable so it could "breathe" to prevent the damage from potential moist/vapor from the concrete, or should it act as vapor barrier to seal the concrete? Which case can get you bubbles?

[@BrayZap]

I just bought a new construction home so the garage floor is pristine and i want to get it epoxied. Idk what to do though i hear some people saying epoxy is fine and other saying polyaspartic is the best

[@Robert-uj7qt]

Thank you so much for the video! I have a question. If my garage floor (slab cement) has a 10 mil vapor barrier underneath it, do you think i would still need an epoxy vapor barrier? I ask because i am about to receive an estimate from a company for a 1-day process (they will coat with polyaspartic). I will review their proposal, but would appreciate your feedback. BTW, I had hoped to contract with you all, but i know i'm a bit too far outside your service area (Delaware)! Still, thank you so much for all your effort... Robert

[@harveymanfrantinsingin7373]

How much did you end up getting quoted? How many sq.ft. ?

[@enalbsnave]

Bingo! Thank you for the video! Basically saying in a very nice way that these companies slamming epoxy are full of crap. Just a slimy sales pitch to scare people and charge them more money.

[@KelleyLeach]

I have a concrete floor in a Pole Barn House and want to know how this product holds up to furniture etc? I finished this house myself and probably will do the floor also. Is there kits someone can buy to do this? if I do in stages, will there be a seam that will show or will it cover? I also have stress crack cuts in my floor every 10 ft. apart... what would I use to fill them? thanks!

[@ChrisClay-kx4ih]

Excellent content, Tim! What brand would you recommend for the epoxy vapor barrier bottom coat before flakes?

[@nellermann]

I am in Wisconsin, had a 1 day polyaspartic system installed. Its been three years and I large parts of the top with the flake popping off. The concrete under it looks fine where they performed the concrete repair on my original garage floor. Will they warranty this this issue?

[@brandocommando4459]

Good luck, usually companies warranty what their distributors of material offer as a warranty. Usually it's 1 year. But it's worth a shot trying, call sooner the better

[@hammernnails7314]

I'm curious as to how you've been installing floor coatings for 20 years, yet you have so much of your knowledge, not completely wrong, however it's almost all- only partially correct?

[@dan__________________]

I would really like to see how this holds up in a commercial shop. Specifically heavy construction where tracked machines such as a bulldozer that drives on the concrete.

[@TimDCVA]

It wouldn’t hold up well. We use urethane cement for that type of environment. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@ubacow7109]

What is the actual use case of the flake? I kinda just like the raw concrete coated epoxy look. Is it purely aesthetic?

[@gentryng]

Aesthetic. I highly recommend against it if you actually use your garage to work. I broadcast flakes on mine, and anytime I drop something on the floor... It's impossible to find that screw, nut, piece in the sea of camouflage flakes!

[@codyholst6056]

I like both polyuria and expoy . But alot of polyuria installers get vary dishonest and piss off competition.

[@rickvalcarcel8888]

Polyurea is much thinner base coat,with excellent bonding which allows for a super thin base coat.....less materials....and he is 100% polyaspartic is very durable when it comes to chemical resistance...this guy is spot on...i been doing eopxy coatings for nearly 20 years

[@warlockCommitteeMeeting]

would you recommend it over epoxy for a poor do it yourselfer? I am capable but no experience.

[@TimDCVA]

I would stay away from fast set poly for someone with no experience…unless you have plenty of helpers who are also capable. You should check this out: www.decorativeconcreteschool.com/diy-garage

[@kylec2586]

Would 3 inches of closed-cell foam, sprayed prior to the concrete pour eliminate the need for the poly epoxy layer?

[@bestiekena842]

can you still put flakes on the last clear coat? i currently have a medium coat but i think it would look better if i did a full coat.

[@integr8er66]

It is so frustrating that I can't find places to buy good quality professional grade materials to use myself. Its not that I won't pay a pro, but I can't get anyone to travel the 250 miles to my location to do the work.

[@pocketpoolboy]

Mpc brand on Amazon looks promising

[@EoraTed]

This is an excellent video - would you recommend 12mm Porcelain tiles as an option?

[@debbie-ii1xz]

quick question: what is a typical price u charge a customer for 1. an epoxy floor with aspartic top coat. 2. a polyurea floor w aspartic top coat. thanks,

[@barbarasaunders2160]

So we should definitely ask about a moisture barrier?

[@jn5727]

Okay then, here's a question for you. What would you suggest for something like a quick lube shop in which the floor is constantly having different vehicle fluids dripping onto it and gets mopped with degreaser at the end of the day?

[@TimDCVA]

Urethane Cement.

[@RevolutionPaulRon]

Great info. Is it okay to flake directly into the vapor barrier epoxy primer as if it was a mid coat? Or do you need to wait for the primer to cure before rolling out a mid coat to flake into

[@willdeakin6181]

You definitely can. Kinda depends on what mvb you buy, I know some of them require you to do a “grout coat”/super thin.

[@Timo_Tech]

Quick question, I plan on doing my own garage floor-- Will I have to grind / etch fresh concrete that was poured in 30 days ago?

[@attnielthomas7856]

Literally just etched and epoxied mine today 8 November 2024. It depends after testing if it's sealed. Grinding is usually only recommended if already painted which yours seems not to be. Etching is a must in most instances. My concern with yours is the short pour period of just 30-days. It likely may need to be longer. I am no expert so recommend reading your instructions and maybe having tested/ local consult. Good luck.

[@Timo_Tech]

@attnielthomas7856 Thanks for the info! Which method of etching did you use?

[@TimDCVA]

Yes there is always some sort of prep involved. Grinding is better…but some DIY companies recommend etching. I have a DIY course that would help you: www.decorativeconcreteschool.com/diy-garage

[@trickyynicky]

Bro. That red/black and white flake @ 2:30 is amazing. What flake/colors are those(supplier?)

[@TES-bt8sv]

If your garage floor eventually cracks, can you patch a epoxy floor?

[@Midwestabstractart]

Great video! Does your business charge a down payment before performing work on floor? I’ve noticed a big split on companies for and against it

[@jmssun]

I wonder does such floor handle long concrete cracking in regions with frequent earthquakes

[@jameecrusan2365]

I want to add one of these floors to my kitchen - but there is plywood not concrete - any suggestions or ideas?

[@jenniferq.9262]

Old garage floor prepped & ready. However, we’re afraid it will suck up the paint-so we are apprehensive to do the boxed kits(💰). Also, we DON’T have a floor sander. My painter can buy product at SW contractor store. What do you recommend PLEASE!?!

[@TimDCVA]

Send me a dm on IG if you want to talk about it. I just finished this…it might be helpful to you: www.decorativeconcreteschool.com/diy-garage

[@areseses1773]

Hi there Mate I have a house in the village in Europe and I dont want to waste money on new floor with Tiles because I don't use it to much... - is better ,cheaper and safe to use epoxy for flooring instead of new tiles !?

[@jamesbarlow6243]

Can you comment on acid prep verses grinding and its effect on the install quality/longevity? Many thank.

[@TimDCVA]

You should always grind. Acid doesn’t get the floor rough enough. I made a training that explains this in detail: www.decorativeconcreteschool.com/diy-mistakes527733

[@brandocommando4459]

Please never acid etch. It's also weakening the top layer of concrete before you bond to it (if you do fully). Diamond grinding or shot blasting are the only two ways to go IMO

[@jenniferolson8057]

Shouldn't we suggest to do not one or the other but do both? ​@@TimDCVA

[@harveymanfrantinsingin7373]

@@jenniferolson8057 why would you etch a floor that you just ground?

[@harkaranbhullar3863]

Why dont we use concrete? I mean why do we use epoxy product? Whats the issue..please explain why moisture is big deal

[@shanedurand783]

Which MVB do you use? I’ve heard flaking into vapor barrier voids warranty and makes it weaker

[@MrWepal]

Question what grit aluminum oxide would you recommend for a forklift traffic area

[@zelalemdemelash3343]

Where do you buy the material ??

[@artlayton1425]

I had a polyaspartic treatment on my garage floor. Workers started at 8:30 and finished at 2:00 pm.

[@JayUrbanMusic]

no way lol

[@yogachick1955]

what about a non-concrete floor, ie my bathroom floor? We put down a layer of masonite over the wood floor? I've got it primed and am about to put down the first layer of 2 part epoxy with gold-dust. In 24 hours, I'm going to put a second layer but, I'm not sure if I need a top coat etc

[@brucegoldberg2866]

Good content... what would be the best product for coating a outdoor concrete walkway with pitting. Thank you

[@davidwatchesyoutube247]

Probably prep it with cement bonding primer, Rapid Set cement-all to repair, then Rapidset NewCrete resurfacer for the resurfacing - bonding agent between each layer - with all proper cement troweling tools. Use a cement slowing agent if you lack experience / rapid set Flow Control, to slow it from setting so you have time to work if you lack experience. The worst that can happen is you screw it all up and have to put in all new concrete - practice first the materials are cheap. Practice on a plywood board

[@rockskipper5353]

What would be best for holding water in a box(like and aquarium)

[@charles19cor]

I Think I missed it.What part of virginiare you located in Because I need my garage floor Coated as soon as possible

[@davelarson2663]

Solid presentation!

[@JamesCopeland-i1j]

6:25 - have you had any experience using bare concrete systems from Premera? I'm liking their Quick Seal + T2 MCM.

[@TimDCVA]

I haven’t used that brand specifically. Why do you like it?

[@JamesCopeland-i1j]

@TimDCVA - they cut down on a ton of dust and prep, and work well with other coatings. The yields/prices are great... and when you factor in all the labor and cleanup saved, they're awesome. The three products I checked out were: -T2 MCM (top coat) -FP1 (primer/intercoat adhesion promoter) -Quick Seal (porous surface prep)

[@dmilano56]

What kit would you use around a pool, that gets lots of sun? If at all. I have someone telling me RockhardUSA A&B epoxy kit but we are seeing lots of blisters or moisture bubbles coming up.

[@Poindexters-Obsession]

What do you think about porcelain tile in a garage? I'm also tempted to do a wood floor like and old barn. Everyone scoffs and says it won't survive, buy I've seen 100 year old wood barn floors with tractors sitting on them.

[@krehbein]

Weakest link would be installation. Quality thinset, and back buttering the tiles a must. Any cracks in concrete will telegraph, but there’s products like ditra for this. Cleaning of grout may be a pain.

[@wlsnwilson]

Thank you for sharing this video

[@davidb9323]

Where can I get professional products ? I would like to do my own garage and film the process.

[@Youtuberkit7]

Bro good tips. Had garage customer. Need help where we can buy? Thanks

[@wayneeden98]

I'm not necessarily a car collector, but if I had lottery money, my car garage is gonna be approx about 9000 Sq ft , how many epoxy kits would I need

[@korpritwhirled5319]

This is a great video. Thank you!!

[@00700556]

I have one question that isn’t covered a lot. I get a lot of calls to come out and “fix” jobs for people who’ve gotten services from companies who have used the system out pool decks. Hot, slippery…. just terrible. I have not used this outdoors due to the fear of the same result. How do you feel about this?

[@TimDCVA]

I try not to use this system outdoors for that exact reason.

[@Chris_In_Texas]

I sure wish I could find a reputable company in the DFW area. Many of them I have seen long term and they just don't hold up well.

[@harveymanfrantinsingin7373]

Have you had any luck since this post? I’m in the area as well and I am looking for quality work.

[@Christoph-sd3zi]

What kind of yoyo wouldn't take those cabinets out before doing the floor?

[@TimDCVA]

Haha. We do a lot of garages with cabinets and I don’t think anyone has ever gone to the trouble to take them out. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

[@Christoph-sd3zi]

@@TimDCVA I couldn't sleep at night knowing the floor under my garage cabinets wasn't coated.

[@garygwinn5818]

Oh so really, Polyaspartic 1-day is the standard of the industry. Polyurea, is a 2 day application, but considered abit more durable?

[@mgappstech6179]

What is that red color epoxy ? How much does this cost for 2 car garage

[@rickvalcarcel8888]

I agree with him but polyurea needs way less mils.so less fluid volume

[@rogerross261]

Would you come to Connecticut to do a job? Basement floor and garage floor

[@rickvalcarcel8888]

If you have a 400 sq ft garage,,its easier...if not ,,,break the poly aspartic top coat into sections (expansion joints)

[@RammaJamma3]

WhAt would u recommend for a grow room with since have led grow lights?

[@Kokomo365]

How many homeowners out there are willing to permanently attach $3k+ bills to their garage floor? They're going to DIY with the cheap stuff, or not at all. Our previous house had painted garage floors, sidewalks, and lanai/pool deck that lasted 5+ years without much noticeable wear. I think it was porch and floor enamel from Home Depot. Had an anti-skid additive.

[@tretatt]

Would you give up information of what products you suggest or use? Xtreme Polishing Systems?

[@RichL123]

@TimDCVA Hey, I was wondering if you serviced northern virginia at all?

[@stevenbyron9816]

Can anyone tell me why my car tires adversely react with my garage floor and leave brown spots? This is not dirt, rather from what I’ve been told is the result of a chemical reaction between the rubber of the tires and the flooring. It did the same thing, to a lesser extent, under my pressure washer tires. Thanks in advance.

[@hammernnails7314]

You're wrong about "every professional switching over to polyaspartic topcoat?

[@MrWepal]

Can polyaspartic use over eopxy has a top coat

[@wadeowen2109]

What if there is an interior room under my garage? Does that generally create more moisture?

[@TimDCVA]

We do garages like that from time to time. No issues.

[@xokissmekatexo]

@timdcva I like the look of flakes but I want a smooth surface so its easier to clean. The flakes made it hard to sweep in my last garage. What can I do differently for my new build?

[@TimDCVA]

Our floors are pretty smooth. Some people use a lower viscosity top coat that causes the finish to be rougher. I would say to make sure they use 90% solids or higher and you should be okay. You could also get a price for a second top coat and decide if you need it after you feel the first top coat.

[@michaellautermilch9185]

Thank you!!

[@krisrobinson207]

Is there a reason you grind and not shot blast? We always shot blast our floors. Very clean, no dust left on the floor or im the pores of the concrete

[@TimDCVA]

The grinder is more versatile than a shot blaster… so we keep that on the van. We have a small shot blaster we use to get dust up after we grind.

[@krisrobinson207]

@@TimDCVA always cool to see how others are doing it. I'm up in canada and there's a few small differences between your set up and mine. Exact same spikes tho 🤣

[@garysgarage3669]

I want to do my basement floor. Do people use this in basements?

[@willdeakin6181]

Definitely can be done in a basement. Just make sure the contractor sands the flake down so it will be smooth.

[@RJ1Reed]

Is there anyway to not do flakes? Or does that degrade the product?

[@brandocommando4459]

You don't need flakes. You can use decorative quartz (sand), pigment of any solid color, or metallic powder to give you a metallic floor. But IMO the most durable floors have been flakes, they're made of vinyle that the epoxy soaks into, and almost acts like a rebar does to concrete (obviously not as strong as rebar)

[@RJ1Reed]

@@brandocommando4459 Thank you that’s great info. But if I don’t put in the flakes will the hot tires pull up the paint? I mean how much strength will it lose? And what’s the best/ strongest brand?

[@brandocommando4459]

@RJ1Reed no it should be fine. Make sure it's just 100% solids epoxy and the floor is prepped, and I wouldn't see why there is any reason not to have a good garage floor. The problem with the big box store epoxy, is a lot of them sell water-based epoxy, which isn't good. There's many different brands who make the better version of epoxies, but if your product is too thick to use, you could use isopropyl alcohol and use 10% of it into your mix to thin it, and also give you a little long working time with it.

[@808statedavid]

What would be your recommendation for pool decking?

[@TheBalterok]

Does this work with heated electric floors?

[@TimDCVA]

Yes it does. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@TheBalterok]

@@TimDCVA I mean, if the heat is not melting the material, doesn't produce some kind of smelly toxicity, etc.?

[@TimDCVA]

I’m sorry I didn’t catch the electric part the first time I replied. We do floors like this that have heat in them all the time. They are usually heated with hot water that flows through tubes in the slab. Im not sure how electric heat would work on a concrete floor.

[@divyabharath4653]

Do u know anyone does epoxy floor with polyaspartic and flakes in India?

[@harveymanfrantinsingin7373]

Hey, my cousin is a guy. Do you know him?! …wtf kind of question is that?

[@Captndarty]

The biggest problem with these professionally installed coatings is that they cost more than damn concrete it’s covering🤦🏻‍♂️

[@TimDCVA]

The same could be said about any floor covering on any surface. Hardwood, tile & carpet all cost more than plywood. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@ob1knb3]

I used 11mm vitrified porcelain tiles in my garage and never looked back, best decision ever