Which garage floor coating?

[one5oh2nv]

Hey y'all. I just bought a new home and I am looking at coating the garage floor. Last time I used epoxy-coat and not sure what the market has nowadays.

I need something for a working garage. I weld, grind, paint, and do all things automotive in it.

Have really been liking the full broadcast looking floors but not sure how they'll hooks up to welding splatter.

Let me know what you favorite coating is!

Thanks in advance.

 

[shinyhalo]

I have the same question.
It seems easy to find Epoxy floor coatings online (with details like price, coverage, composition, quantity) BUT It seems difficult to find Polyurethane coatings online which is a HUGE shame because apparently they are the best overall for my application.

Even more frustrating is the fact that Polyurethane cementitious slurries seem to be mostly portland cement (maybe with a little additive). That would open up the possibility of just buying the Polyurethane A&B portions online and saving a fortune on shipping by buying the portland cement locally.

So if anyone has figured out how to easily buy Polyurethane A & B for a good cementitious slurry then PLEASE let us know. I'm sure OP would consider Polyurethane vs Epoxy too.

EDIT: So...I searched this board for "polyurethane" and came across the post where some guy was complaining that his Legacy polyurethane wasn't hardening. I learned some stuff from it AND by clicking on the sigs was able to find a couple websites that sell polyurethane and give some details about it. I had searched a lot and found only sites that wanted me to fill out contact forms...I just wanted a list of prices and coverage and features. Anyway, someone posted that he understood why companies don't want to sell to newbs...that's ********. I view that thread as a win for people trying to learn about floor coatings. Legacy is on my short list of where to buy now...The thread should not have been closed either.

 

[Manganos]

I wonder if your IP is the same as that fool who couldn't read directions?

I have the same question.
It seems easy to find Epoxy floor coatings online (with details like price, coverage, composition, quantity) BUT It seems difficult to find Polyurethane coatings online which is a HUGE shame because apparently they are the best overall for my application.

Even more frustrating is the fact that Polyurethane cementitious slurries seem to be mostly portland cement (maybe with a little additive). That would open up the possibility of just buying the Polyurethane A&B portions online and saving a fortune on shipping by buying the portland cement locally.

So if anyone has figured out how to easily buy Polyurethane A & B for a good cementitious slurry then PLEASE let us know. I'm sure OP would consider Polyurethane vs Epoxy too.

EDIT: So...I searched this board for "polyurethane" and came across the post where some guy was complaining that his Legacy polyurethane wasn't hardening. I learned some stuff from it AND by clicking on the sigs was able to find a couple websites that sell polyurethane and give some details about it. I had searched a lot and found only sites that wanted me to fill out contact forms...I just wanted a list of prices and coverage and features. Anyway, someone posted that he understood why companies don't want to sell to newbs...that's ********. I view that thread as a win for people trying to learn about floor coatings. Legacy is on my short list of where to buy now...The thread should not have been closed either.

 

[ozyborn]

I just do not see the big deal with coating a garage floor. I weld, grind, paint, woodwork, rebuild cars. whatever I want to do out there. It is a garage floor, not my living room. I may sweep, rinse or scrape to clean it off but it is a work space, not a showroom.

 

[Armorpoxy]

Hi
Any resinous coating won't be able to handle welding slag, as it could get burn marks.
Perhaps a densifier/sealer combo would work better. We carry these at a cost of about 60 cents per sq foot.

 

[Wileel]

1 vote for Legacy's epoxy floor materials! I haven't yet...but will be using my shop as you do. I agree that it will take "damage" from welding but we are talking about tiny little spots. Unless you are welding directly on the floor and scorch a big spot I highly doubt you would see any damage from welding splatter...the visual texture is just that good at hiding. Picts are in my profile if you are interested

 

[Armorpoxy]

Also as for use of flecks, a fleck floor being 'busier' makes it harder to find small parts when dropped. A full broadcast is also easier to repair in the event of damage as you don't need to match epoxy colors which is almost impossible.

Welding sparks and such are not an issue, if you are welding a piece of sheet metal or welding mat under the welding will protect the floor perfectly.

 

[LegacyIndustrial]

That thread is something alright. However , glad it sparked your interest. Give us a ring if you need help.


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[Garage Flooring]

Weld slag and coatings is not a great idea. I would use a sealer such as TL37 and Ghostshield 8505 or 8510

 

[katilicous]

I have the same question.
It seems easy to find Epoxy floor coatings online (with details like price, coverage, composition, quantity) BUT It seems difficult to find Polyurethane coatings online which is a HUGE shame because apparently they are the best overall for my application.

Even more frustrating is the fact that Polyurethane cementitious slurries seem to be mostly portland cement (maybe with a little additive). That would open up the possibility of just buying the Polyurethane A&B portions online and saving a fortune on shipping by buying the portland cement locally.

So if anyone has figured out how to easily buy Polyurethane A & B for a good cementitious slurry then PLEASE let us know. I'm sure OP would consider Polyurethane vs Epoxy too.

EDIT: So...I searched this board for "polyurethane" and came across the post where some guy was complaining that his Legacy polyurethane wasn't hardening. I learned some stuff from it AND by clicking on the sigs was able to find a couple websites that sell polyurethane and give some details about it. I had searched a lot and found only sites that wanted me to fill out contact forms...I just wanted a list of prices and coverage and features. Anyway, someone posted that he understood why companies don't want to sell to newbs...that's ********. I view that thread as a win for people trying to learn about floor coatings. Legacy is on my short list of where to buy now...The thread should not have been closed either.

Shinyhalo- all of the suppliers (well mostly all) that sell epoxy sell a polyurethane top coating product to protect the epoxy with a product that usually has a better abrasion and chemical?resistance and to give it uv protection so it doesnt yellow with exposure to the sunlight. Im not sure about the chemical resistance of epoxy vs poly but the guys on this site will know for sure.
I think you are searching for a general term when if you search for topcoat, urethane or maybe even polyaspartic as keywords you will find posts that reference polyrethane coatings. That infonyou find and prices are general and are not the best way to go. If you go to the awesome supplier sites from the guys that are active on gj you will find almost every system has a polyurethane topcoat. Im not educated in topcoats like they would be but they are all so helpful and accessible thru gj that messaging them directly would probably get a fast response as to which of their chemicals would work best for your situation.
I used a poly topcoat that was in stock but wasnt recommended for hot tire which worked out great for me as my customer converted their garage into a playroom. If they sell their house that topcoat would prob be due for a recoat by then but thats how topcoats vary for use so contacting them personally is really the best way to get what works best for your needs.
This tech support in personalizing a system for you wont stop there. Without sounding like a chic too much, If you are a diy or just a nube, this relationship is important to establish before putting the wrong product down. I can imagine to represent their product accurately and also usually bc they seem to always have a passion for an awesome floor your product rep usually offers step by step support (or at least mine have every time with every product) which you really need bc though its simple, its not as easy as it looks. Send out some emails to the suppliers on this site and you will find some polyurethane and I know I am a chic when saying this but also an angel when you make a mistake which you might. I cant count the number of times having the right product support has turned my bad situation into one that feels manageable but I think every supplier would agree early contact is better and prob many of the mistakes people make could be avoided by asking the experienced for help.

 

[SunsetsAndFriends]

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[LegacyIndustrial]

1 vote for Legacy's epoxy floor materials! I haven't yet...but will be using my shop as you do. I agree that it will take "damage" from welding but we are talking about tiny little spots. Unless you are welding directly on the floor and scorch a big spot I highly doubt you would see any damage from welding splatter...the visual texture is just that good at hiding. Picts are in my profile if you are interested

 

[swharris]

Hi
Any resinous coating won't be able to handle welding slag, as it could get burn marks.
Perhaps a densifier/sealer combo would work better. We carry these at a cost of about 60 cents per sq foot.

This is exactly why I've gone that route. Not sure it is cheaper, but there will not be any issues with pealing/chipping/melting going this route. 1200ft cost me around 700.00. This is TL37 densifier and the 8510(solvent based) Ghostshield oil repellent.

 

[swharris]

1 vote for Legacy's epoxy floor materials! I haven't yet...but will be using my shop as you do. I agree that it will take "damage" from welding but we are talking about tiny little spots. Unless you are welding directly on the floor and scorch a big spot I highly doubt you would see any damage from welding splatter...the visual texture is just that good at hiding. Picts are in my profile if you are interested

Beautiful, but how hard will it be to find that black oxide coated screw you drop under the car? ;-)