Epoxy Terrazzo

[mstampfli]

Has anyone installed or used epoxy terrazzo for their garage space? I see it being used commercially in convention centers, banks, public building spaces.

 

[ADKGarage]

After getting out of the Navy, I installed that stuff on naval ships. Worst, we had to remove that stuff first with jack hammers on steel decks prior to preparation. You wouldn't believe the racket and mess this **** makes. Anyway, I'm a little prejudiced due to my use of the product but my advice to you is this: if you like pain, go ahead and use it. If you are a sensible man, stay as far away from this stuff as possible. Just stay away from it, you'll understand what I mean once you step into a job like that.

 

[Garage Flooring]

I would have a look at a product like 3M Color quartz and a high build 100% solids. Trowel the quartz in and then coat it with a few coats of urethane. I will tell you one thing though they are very slick when wet. You might want to consider something like a Drymate or BLT garage floor mat on top of it where you park or work.

Another thing to try to get a similar look but easier install (IMHO) is 1/32" Torginol flakes covered in urethane. I admit it is not as nice but much much easier for me to work with. http://www.torginol.com/colorflakes/overview/

 

[JimVonBaden]

Terrazzo will last forever, is easily refinished, and looks great!

That said, it is VERY expensive to install. VERY messy to install, and can stain easily if not sealed regularly.

There are a lot better options for a garage IMHO.

Jim

 

[bdamico]

I would have a look at a product like 3M Color quartz and a high build 100% solids. Trowel the quartz in and then coat it with a few coats of urethane. I will tell you one thing though they are very slick when wet. You might want to consider something like a Drymate or BLT garage floor mat on top of it where you park or work.

Another thing to try to get a similar look but easier install (IMHO) is 1/32" Torginol flakes covered in urethane. I admit it is not as nice but much much easier for me to work with. http://www.torginol.com/colorflakes/overview/

Before I did my porcelain tile I was considering epoxy again. I was looking at some of those mica flakes as part of a granite look. Surpised more people don't throw those in.

 

[Garage Flooring]

It surprises me to. We offer them but very very rare someone asks.