Epoxy garage floors create the finishing touch to the well-appointed home. In addition, they create a classy space to store daily drivers, fun roadsters, and exotic automotive investments. However, epoxy coatings aren’t for every home or driver. Check out the pros and cons of epoxy garage floors to determine if they are right for you.
Pros of Epoxy Garage Floors
When it comes to coating garage floors, epoxy offers many benefits. Not only do these coatings protect the floor, but they also look great too.
Durability and Resistance to Wear. Epoxy coatings stand up to abrasion, chemicals, and heavy impacts. This makes them ideal for garage floors that endure car traffic, tool drops, and chemical spills.
Moisture Resistance
In Southern California, rain might not fall frequently, but coastal areas still experience humidity. Epoxy provides a moisture-resistant barrier, protecting the garage floor from humidity-related issues such as cracking or delamination.
Easy Maintenance
Epoxy-coated floors create a non-porous surface as opposed to plain concrete. This makes coated floors easy to clean. Epoxy garage floors resist stains from car fluids, chemicals, and dirt. Simply sweep or mop to keep it clean.
Reflective Finish
Epoxy coatings enhance light reflection. This makes garages brighter and reduces the need for harsh lighting. Optional clear coat toppings add a glossy finish adds a professional, finished look. The custom color options available let you match your style to your garage aesthetics.
Heat Resistance
While Orange County gets hot, epoxy coatings withstand extreme temperatures and direct sunlight. These attributes offer valuable protection if your garage door is frequently open or exposed to significant heat.
Cons of Epoxy Garage Floors
Epoxy garage floor coatings look great, but they do have downsides.
Temperature Sensitivity During Application
Epoxy coatings require specific temperature and humidity conditions for proper application. High heat, common in Southern California during summer, affects curing times. For best results, rely on professional application by a contractor like Crank Waterproofing, Decking, and Roofing to avoid environmental issues.
Rigorous Surface Prep
Epoxy garage floors require extensive prep work. This includes cleaning, degreasing, and etching or grinding the concrete floor. Shortcuts result in peeling or bubbling. In addition, cracks must be patched and the surface smoothed.
UV Sensitivity
Some epoxy coatings resist ultraviolet light, but others are not UV-stable. Select coatings with care, otherwise, exposure to direct sunlight might cause yellowing or discoloration over time, especially if part of the garage floor receives exposure to sunlight.
Application Odor
No garage floor coating product smells like a bouquet of roses. Frankly, epoxy fumes stink and they can be strong during application. If the garage isn’t well-ventilated, some of the odor can seep into the house. Crank Waterproofing, Decking, and Roofing relies on Life Specialty Coatings for low-odor products. Thankfully, the odor dissipates quickly as the coating cures.
Just a few of the solid colors available
Epoxy Garage Floors by Crank Waterproofing, Decking and Roofing
Epoxy coatings offer stunning finishes to Orange County garages when properly applied. Trust Crank Waterproofing, Decking, and Roofing to apply UV-resistant, high-quality epoxy formulations that beautify your garage floors. Expert care preparing the floor before coating means your floors will look great for years. Get a free estimate.
