Epoxy garage floors have changed the flooring game for residential garages as well as commercial facilities across Seal Beach. From auto showrooms that look like million bucks to Instagram-worthy garage dens, all have epoxy flooring in common.
But why are we bashing plain concrete floors? What does garage floor epoxy do that concrete doesn’t? Let’s find out.
Garage Epoxy Floor: What & Why?
If you’re looking for the most durable and resilient coating for your concrete floor in Mission Viejo, epoxy is a no-brainer. Just like paint, it comes in a wide range of style and color options, like high-shine or matte, making it both an attractive and practical solution.
But unlike paint, epoxy works differently and so gives different results. Epoxy coatings harden via a chemical reaction between a hardener and a resin, while paint hardens when the solvent inside it evaporates. This is why garage floor epoxy is way more long-lasting and durable.
At Garage Excell, we go even further. Where other contractors call it a day after applying a clear epoxy base coat and topping it with flakes, we also apply a polyaspartic topcoat. This top coating is 10 times more resistant to chemicals, stains, and abrasions than a basic epoxy coating.
The polyaspartic topcoat also ensures that no harmful fumes are released during and after the installation process. We offer a lifetime warranty on all our epoxy garage floors in Lake Forest and surrounding areas in Orange County.
Now, coming back to your old, sad-looking concrete floor, there are 2 main types of epoxy coating available for concrete garage floors:
#Two-Part Water-Based Epoxy: This one is a good choice if your garage isn’t well ventilated since it has a lower chemical output. It can take 2-3 days to dry, and the end result is thinner and not as sturdy.
#Two-Part Epoxy With 100 Percent Solids: This one doesn’t contain any solvents so it’s thicker, harder, and more durable. This coating can dry within 24 hours, and the end result is a highly glossy surface.
Depending on the type of epoxy coating your contractor uses, it can make your concrete floor up to 8 times stronger. Ideally speaking, you should only need to refresh the coating every 10-20 years. Garage epoxy floor coatings are fire-resistant, water-resistant, and also resistant to bacteria, germs, and other pathogens.
Garage Excell’s epoxy flooring is also slip- and skid-resistant to ensure your safety.
A Concrete Floor Is Not Enough
Yes, concrete is the tried-and-true material when it comes to garage flooring, unfortunately, it’s not able to maintain its pristine condition without a helping hand. Not to mention concrete is inflexible and rigid, which means it is highly prone to cracking. That may not seem like a big issue but it can definitely look unattractive and take away from the overall aesthetics of your house.
Weather is the main cause of cracking in concrete garage floors in Seal Beach. With fluctuations in temperature on a regular basis, your concrete floor is bound to expand and contract. This not only leads to cracks but also lets moisture into the substrate.
Minor, cosmetic cracks can be filled up, but structural cracks that cause the concrete to puff up above the rest of the garage floor will need professional repair. The best way to prevent any cracks and other damages to your garage floor, epoxy flooring is the way to go.
Why Is Epoxy Floor Garage Better Than Concrete?
Unprotected, uncoated concrete will break down at some point, period. The good news is, your existing concrete floor will be a solid foundation for epoxy coatings.
#Dust-Free Garage Floor
Concrete is a porous material; it absorbs whatever chemical, liquid, or other substances happen to land on its surface. Wine, water, stains, dirt, gases, etc. will be soaked up by bare concrete. As a result, it needs to be cleaned more thoroughly and more frequently.
Plus, bare concrete produces a lot of dust which tends to make the whole garage and even the house dirtier with all the vehicle and foot traffic. A garage epoxy floor will completely seal the concrete and prevent the dust from escaping.
Additionally, Garage Excell’s epoxy installation process involves applying a polyaspartic topcoat as mentioned above. This will not only help the floor stay cleaner for longer but also provide more traction to prevent slipping.
#Keep the Mold Out
Moisture is to concrete what kryptonite is to Superman. Issues like mold and mildew can develop quickly if your concrete floor comes in regular contact with moisture. And if left untreated, it will lead to significant damage that may require a completely new floor installation, setting you back thousands of dollars.
Garage Excell’s polyaspartic epoxy topcoat has been specifically designed to address this issue. With complete impermeability, our epoxy coatings act as a dependable moisture barrier. You’ll never have to worry about severe water/moisture damage affecting your garage floor in Lake Forest.
#No More Wear & Tear
Garage Excell’s polyaspartic epoxy flooring material is one of the most advanced options on the market, offering superior protection against mold, mildew, dust, dirt, corrosive chemicals, heavy impacts, and more. Our epoxy garage floors will NOT break down. They don’t yellow over time – like other epoxy products – either. Your new garage floor in Mission Viejo will continue to look stunning for years to come with minimal maintenance.
#Dazzling Finish
Epoxy is the perfect solution for repairing little imperfections while giving your garage floor a brand-new look. Not only does polyaspartic epoxy provide unmatchable strength, but it also includes a crack-filling agent that fixes the floor during application. The end result is a defect-free surface.
It is also exceptionally customizable. Your garage is an extension of your home, so going to-and-from that space should be a seamless transition. With Garage Excell’s epoxy flooring, you can pick a look that best suits your sense of style and home’s decor. You can get as creative as you want with our full range of decorative flakes, patterns, sizes, and shapes.
Start Planning Your Garage Epoxy Flooring Project with Us Today!
Want to give your garage floor a well-deserved upgrade? Get in touch with Garage Excell today and speak with top epoxy flooring professionals in Orange County. With 14+ years of experience in epoxy floor garage installation, we can develop the perfect flooring solution for your garage.
Our experts will work with you to ensure your high-quality floor is designed to your liking and lasts for years – our rock-solid, lifetime warranty will make sure of that. Once you schedule your free floor inspection in Seal Beach, our team will visit your home to check out your garage and provide you with a free estimate so you can make a fully informed decision.
To know more about our epoxy garage floors or to schedule an inspection, give us a call at 877-573-6637 or reach us online.