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Haven't used the tig on the workbenches yet. I'll use it for some parts, but mig is just so much faster. And Mig welding is clean too if done correctly.
The product I used is Rust-Oleum 2 part epoxy. This is the second time I've used this product, so obviously I'd do it again.
The first time worked great, held up very well, even with fabrication/welding over the top of it. Sure, you'll end up with some marks in it, but I never expected it to remain in perfect shape. Welding splatter will mark/burn it, but all of the instances for me where small marks and they never snowballed into a larger problem of peeling, chipping or flaking.
It never has chipped or flaked on me (the old building, this one is too new), and I attribute that to the acid etching that they require before hand. This has to be done, otherwise it will not last.
I am a big fan of the epoxy because if oil is spilled on it, you can simply wipe it up. It could be there a week and it'd still wipe right up, you'd never even know it was there.
The toughest part of epoxies/paints is having the discipline to do it correctly, and actually get it done. When it comes time to install the epoxy, your building is so close to being ready for use that all you want to do is forget about it. Twice now I've had to force myself into using it, both times I've been extremely happy that I did. Definitely adds a professional feel to the building.
