Garage Floors (Epoxy & Coatings)
Transform your garage floor into a durable, attractive surface that resists stains and wear.
Benefits of Coated Garage Floors
Your garage floor takes serious abuse from vehicle traffic, dropped tools, oil drips, and harsh chemicals. Plain concrete absorbs stains, dusts constantly, and shows every mark. At Marblecrest Burien Concrete, we install protective coatings that transform ordinary garage floors into durable, attractive surfaces that resist damage and clean up easily.
Epoxy coatings create a hard, seamless surface that protects underlying concrete from moisture, chemicals, and abrasion. Oil and automotive fluids bead up on the surface rather than soaking into porous concrete. This makes cleanup as simple as wiping with a rag or mopping. The coating also seals concrete to prevent dusting, that fine powder that uncoated concrete sheds continuously. Your garage stays cleaner with less effort.
Appearance improvements are dramatic. Coated floors look professional and finished rather than like raw concrete. You can choose from solid colors, decorative flakes, or custom color combinations. The glossy finish reflects light, making your garage brighter and more inviting. This matters whether you use your garage for parking, as a workshop, or for additional living and storage space.
Durability justifies the investment. Quality coatings withstand years of vehicle traffic, resist hot tire pickup, and handle temperature swings without cracking or peeling. They cost a fraction of what you would pay to replace damaged concrete. Most homeowners find coated garage floors enhance both function and value, making garages more usable and properties more attractive to potential buyers.
Coating Types and Options
Different coating systems suit different needs and budgets. We help you choose the right product for your garage based on how you use the space, your aesthetic preferences, and your budget. All our recommended systems provide excellent protection, but they vary in durability, appearance, and cost.
Epoxy Coating Systems
True epoxy coatings offer maximum durability and chemical resistance. These two-part systems create a thick, hard surface that bonds chemically to concrete. Epoxy handles heavy vehicle traffic, resists hot tire marks, and stands up to automotive chemicals and solvents. We can add decorative flakes in various colors and sizes for texture and visual interest. Clear topcoats provide additional protection and enhanced gloss.
- Solid color epoxy for clean, professional appearance
- Decorative flake systems for texture and style
- Metallic epoxy for unique flowing patterns
- Clear sealers for natural concrete look with protection
- Polyurea and polyaspartic fast-cure systems
Design Choices
Color selection affects both appearance and practicality. Light colors like gray, beige, and tan brighten spaces and hide dust. Darker colors show dust more but can look sleek and modern. Decorative flakes come in countless color combinations from subtle to bold. We can match your home's style or create a custom look. Similar to decorative concrete work, the design possibilities let you create exactly the appearance you want for your garage.
Installation Process
Proper installation is critical for coating performance. Shortcuts during preparation lead to coating failure. We follow manufacturer specifications and industry best practices at every step. This ensures your coating bonds properly and performs as expected for years. Most coating failures result from inadequate preparation, not product defects.
Surface preparation begins with thoroughly cleaning the concrete to remove all oil, grease, dirt, and contaminants. We then mechanically profile the surface using diamond grinding or acid etching. This creates the texture needed for coating adhesion. Smooth concrete will not hold coatings properly. We repair any cracks or damage before coating. The concrete must also be fully cured and dry since moisture prevents proper adhesion.
Coating application requires specific temperature and humidity conditions. We check weather forecasts carefully and only work when conditions are suitable. The first coat, called the primer or base coat, goes on first. This bonds to the prepared concrete and provides foundation for subsequent layers. If using decorative flakes, we broadcast them into the wet base coat. After curing, we apply clear topcoats that provide the final protective layer and glossy finish.
Curing time varies by product but typically requires keeping vehicles off for 24 to 48 hours. Full chemical resistance develops over several days. We provide specific care instructions for your coating system. Most systems reach full hardness within a week. Like our concrete slab work, proper curing ensures maximum performance and longevity. Rushing the process compromises results.