Re-Coating an Epoxy Floor

[Jsf721]

So my home and garage were flooded and my epoxy floor in the garage has been damaged and dulled. Damaged from the hydrostatic pressure and dulled form the work site it has been for the last 4 months. I considered tile and interlocking tile.

I live in NY and the weather is on the 40 with dips below and highs up to 55 this time of year. Is this OK for proper cure-ing?

What is the process to repair this floor and give it the look I want which is full coverage chips and a clear coat with anti slip in it.

What is the process and what are the best products. I do not want the top clear coat to Yellow.

Thanks,

Jeff

 

[thegarageguy]

If you are looking to do this yourself, you will have to wait until the temperature stays above 60 degrees and contact a dealer from this site for a good deal.

If you are looking for a pro install, depending on the condition of your slab, with the proper chemicals, your floor can be done in the cold without fear of failure or yellowing.

 

[Cobra6]

If you are looking to do this yourself, you will have to wait until the temperature stays above 60 degrees and contact a dealer from this site for a good deal.

This is the first time I have heard 60 degrees - this is from the Epoxy-Coat website - http://www.epoxy-coat.com/frequently_asked.php#question_6

6. What temperatures can I apply Epoxy-Coat®?
40-90 degrees F

 

[thegarageguy]

I was being very broad and general buddy....surely I can't speak for every product that every manufacturer makes. With that said, with epoxy, at 40 degrees, expect it to take a long time to dry and cure.

 

[Those Meddling Kids]

If my garage is heated can I still apply if I keep it around 65 degrees even when the outside temps are in the 30's?

 

[Higgins]

The question is not what the temp is in the garage. The question is what is the temp of the cement floor your about to paint! As a generality, it's going to have to be above the 50 - 60 degree range! And also measure the temp of the floor by an exterior wall! You may be surprised to learn how cold it is!

AL

 

[hofiveo]

You mentioned hydrostatic pressure, how much of the floor delaminated due to the prssure?
I know it has been awhile since the storm but you may want to do some sort of moisture test. Also you may want to consider starting over, how much of the epoxy is laying there and not come up yet from the hydro pressure? I know money might be an issue but for peace of mind grind it all up and start over. Pics would be nice.

 

[tncatadjuster]

With 100% solids the cure rated doubles for each 10º drop.

If there is a product with 24 hour cure at 72º, it will be 48 hrs at 62º, if it is 52º it will be 96 hrs. 42º would then be 192 hours.


Fast cure is made for a reason, but the pot life can be brutal.