Blue Flake Epoxy Garage Floor in Lake Highlands, Dallas

The Situation

A homeowner in Lake Highlands, a neighborhood of Dallas, wanted an epoxy floor coating professionally done in their garage, and we went out to make sure they got the results they were looking for.

The Scope of Work

Just like paint, prep is everything when it comes to sealing and coating concrete. Done wrong, the coating won’t adhere properly, and over time it can end up looking worse than if it had never been applied at all.

Once the floor is prepped and coated correctly, it is also on the homeowner to allow the coating to cure properly. Cure times differ somewhat between products and weather conditions, so always follow the instructions for the specific coating system, but here is a general guide:

• Light foot traffic: roughly a day. Walking in the garage for normal use is usually fine after about 24 to 48 hours.
• Parking a vehicle: often about 3 days, and some systems need longer. A floor that feels dry can still be too soft for tires.
• Weather matters: cold concrete and low temperatures can slow curing, so give the floor extra time when it is cool.

The Result

Done and cured correctly, an epoxy floor coating offers a number of benefits:

• Easier cleaning: oil, dirt, and muddy water wipe or mop off a sealed surface far more easily than bare concrete.
• Stain resistance: garage-rated coatings stand up to motor oil, gasoline, antifreeze, and road salt, though spills should still be cleaned up promptly.
• A durable, finished look: the coating handles foot traffic, tire wear, and abrasion, seals dusty concrete, and gives the floor a uniform finish, with optional decorative flakes.

If this is something you have been thinking of having done in your own home, feel free to contact us for more information about epoxy floor coatings.