Clear-coat upgrade?

[Doozi]

Hey guys!

Last summer I moved into a newly built home with an attached 3-car garage. I put down the tan QUIKRETE epoxy system and am pleased with the results. Overall, I think it was a great value and has held up well to an engine stand, shop crane, floor jacks, jack stands, and various chemicals.

I am thinking about applying a clear top coat with anti-slip next spring just for additional protection and to maybe "richen" the color.

Any recommendations on products to use, prepping technique, or things to be aware of?

I appreciate the feedback and love this site!!

Thanks,
~Doozi

 

[AlphaGarage]

We have clients how apply part of their system and then wait for weeks or months before applying the final coat(s). When they go that route in order to improve adhesion we recommend that they "scuff" the existing coating with some abrasive material (drywall screen, floor buffer etc) and then wipe down the floor with a solvent right before applying the next coating. That's if they apply our BondTite 1101 or EnduraShield 2254 to another one of our coatings, or either of those 2 clear coats applied over most competitors' coatings.

The same method might work for your situation also, but check with the distributors for confirmation.

 

[Hammerdown]

Ditto on the "scuff" part. Sand the existing coating with an 80 grit to create a textured profile for the new coating to adhere to. Of course remove the debris prior to application with a tack rag, wash it away or wipe it down with thinner. Apply a compatable product [from the same system if possible] and allow to fully cure prior to use. If using another product line call the manufacturer to ensure compatability and/or conduct a compatability test in an indescriminate area to see if there is any reaction between the products. You don't want the new coating to soften or "melt" the one below and have a terrible mess to clean.

 

[Doozi]

I didn't think about scuffing the existing coating, but that does make sense. Quikrete does have a clear top-coat so I'll probably use that.

Thanks guys!
~Doozi