Less than $1. per sf options?

[Fredartic]

Which options are available for less than $1. per sf?

I can have VCT from Armstrong for $0.63 per sf.

What else in epoxy or sealer or other?

In the price just consider the finish stuff, cause I have the cleaner, the roller, the etching product, the pan...

Thanks

 

[Shea]

Unfortunately your question is a bit vague to try and help you out appropriately. More information is needed. How many square feet do you have? What condition is the floor in? What part of the country? What are you trying to accomplish in terms of protection? How much use will the garage get? Do you favor any type of look? These are all factors that need to be considered when trying to figure out cost of flooring options for a garage.

 

[Fredartic]

Hi,

my garage is 18 by 26 including the stairs area, so about 18 by 22. It has been build in 2003, never coated. There are somme stains on it like rust from a chain or minor oil spot. Also, there are some cracks from the drain. I store in my ATV and I would like to put in my tractor. I plan to do some woodworks. I like the gloss finish floor. I want something that won't need to be redone year after year cause it's a job. I have enough to do on my decks... But my budget is limited. Thanks for your advice.

 

[JimVonBaden]

HD has ceramic tile for $.56, add the mastic and grout and you are about $1 a sq ft if you do it yourself.

Jim

 

[Fredartic]

I specify that here is hard winter.... I mean snow, snow, salt and cold temperature...

Ceramic tiles or VCT, which is best resistance? For impact, I think it's better VCT, no?

 

[Jack Olsen]

Ceramic won't peel up when saltwater compromises the adhesive like VCT might. The thinset under the tiles is basically concrete.

 

[JimVonBaden]

I have VCT, but if I were to do it again I would go with ceramic or porcelain. I work in my garage, but like to be able to keep it clean.

Jim

 

[slickgt1]

Tile all the way. Do it yourself, and never think about it again. Porcelain or Ceramic. Ceramic can be had cheaper.

 

[Shea]

If you want an epoxy floor there are quality 100% solids product available that you can purchase for $250-$300 that will easily cover your entire floor. They do very well with snow, salt, and cold temperatures. You can't apply it in cold temps however.

As nice as VCT is, I have to agree that the combination of snow melt and road salts with the adhesive is just going to create problems unless you give it an epoxy top coat. But you would be exceeding your budget then.

Porcelain will hold up nicely too as long as you can find it at the right price. Just don't forget to figure your costs for thinset, grout, and the necessary tools.

In fact, which ever product you do decide to use, the incidental cost of preparing your floor and making sure you have the right tools to accomplish your project can add up quickly.

 

[Fredartic]

Thank you Shea for your answer. Yes, there are some facts to consider in the final price. By the way, I appreciate your website which is full of information that helps to make a decision.