Long (6 years) review, True Lock Diamond Tiles

[thejunkmanadv]

Long (6 years) term review, True Lock Diamond Tiles

I won't make a long winded post about this. Very simply I installed these tiles now over 6 years ago, and made an initial video as well as a 1 year update video (not linked here). Had a recent comment on my 1 year video asking about how they are holding up after now 6 years (from that video's date). Well I made a video showing close ups of the current condition, things I like, things I don't like, and some precautions over the long-long term. Video is pretty short and too the point. Thought it would be some value to those contemplating this type of flooring (Plastic garage tile floor)

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[Garage Flooring]

For our least expensive tile, knowing that you beat the **** out of this floor, I am really happy with this! We have some great cleaner, might be a little late, but drop me an email and I will send you some to try.

As you said I would definitely use plywood under jacks, on any tile but they have improved the underside a lot.

 

[thejunkmanadv]

For our least expensive tile, knowing that you beat the **** out of this floor, I am really happy with this! We have some great cleaner, might be a little late, but drop me an email and I will send you some to try.

As you said I would definitely use plywood under jacks, on any tile but they have improved the underside a lot.

Thanks for the comment. I had my expectations set appropriately know I was buying more of an entry level flooring solution in this range.

One thing I forgot to mention in the video is the that there is less general dust kicked up versus a bare concrete floor. Prior to installation it seemed like everything in this space got very dusty very quickly. Over the years with this floor I have noticed the space just stays much less dusty. It is hard to explain. I attribute it to the ease of sweeping/cleaning (I do it more often) and the fact that the floor is not porous like bare concrete.

Also it seems to have a mild amount of shock absorption so it feels easier on feet and knees for extended standing sessions. That said I still should get an anti-fatigue mat for near the bench.

 

[justnutsandbolts]

Thank you so much for this video. I was the one who made that comment which you said gave you the idea to make this video. I ordered a lot of samples and still torn about which one to pick. Racedeck didnt offer much more than the ones you have, but maybe my expectations were higher.

A salesman from Swisstrax made good points about the Ribtrax being easy to remove to clean and replace if needed but it looks from this video that it is a pain to deal with and I would prefer the ones you have or a plain old VCT tiles.

One thing I noticed is that your tiles have bowed up over the years, it may be due to expansion but I suppose I could deal with that.

My garage is a hobby mechanic type of garage and gets a lot use with occasional heavy machining equipment that I rebuild.
Lot of engine swaps, and engine crane usage so maybe Hellfire coating is the best route.

Just not sure yet but I should decide within 2 or so weeks.

 

[LegacyIndustrial]

Thank you so much for this video. I was the one who made that comment which you said gave you the idea to make this video. I ordered a lot of samples and still torn about which one to pick. Some salesman from Swisstrax made good points about the Ribtrax being easy to remove to clean and replace if needed but it looks from this video that it is a pain to deal with and I would prefer the ones you have or a plain old VCT tiles.

One thing I noticed is that your tiles have bowed up over the years, it may be due to expansion but I suppose I could deal with that.

My garage is a hobby mechanic type of garage and gets a lot use with occasional heavy machining equipment that I rebuild.
Lot of engine swaps, and engine crane usage so maybe Hellfire coating is the best route.

Just not sure yet but I should decide within 2 or so weeks.

Thank You again for the video.

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[thejunkmanadv]

One thing I noticed is that your tiles have bowed up over the years, it may be due to expansion but I suppose I could deal with that.

I never really noticed until you pointed it out. They do expand and contract a fair amount, but I guess it really has not become an issue since I never really noticed it.

I forgot to mention. They do click and clack a bit, doesn't bother me, but could to some.

I use an engine hoist, motorcycle lift and other things on wheels all the time and it takes it. I might make a quick vid of replacing a tile, but I have to get my spares down out of the attic (buried) and thus why those you see in the video have not yet been replaced.

All and all I hope this video helps you choose the right flooring solution for you. This may not be it.

Oh and thanks for subbing on Youtube. If you go through some back catalog of videos you can see various stages of the garage and the floor.