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blackrams
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APR 18, 07:33 AM
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My shop is finally going up next week (if all goes as planned). Getting the concrete completed was its own challenge but, that's done finally.
Researching the different floor sealants/barriers that are out there. I like what I'm reading about the Epoxy based versions but every brand I read about has customer reviews with both good and bad things to say. It seems the "Industrial" versions are more of what I want although they are significantly more expensive. But you only get this opportunity to do it right one time, the first time and I want this to go well and last. I've seen the end results and what the wrong product will look like down the road, I really don't want something that doesn't last (wears) or some product that doesn't protect against stains. I will be applying the surface coat myself. Prefer a clear version but, a colored version won't bother me, I want a chemical protective barrier that does provide some light reflective results.
I'm looking for a brand/version with chemical protections, not just moisture barriers. My concrete contractor recommended a product called Eagle floor coverings but, it's only a moisture barrier.
Recommendations with comments would be greatly appreciated.
TIA.
Rams
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steve308
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APR 18, 08:41 AM
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blackrams
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APR 18, 08:45 AM
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Thanks, will check it out.
Rams
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IMSA GT
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APR 18, 12:24 PM
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One of the biggest failures with any of these floors is poor prep. With old concrete, you need to use diluted muriatic acid to prep the surface. Most people skip this step and use some other chemical. Then the floor coating peels up like nothing. In your case, I would imagine that since it's new, you would only have to wash the floor to remove dust. If properly prepped, any of the epoxy coatings will last for many years.
https://armorgarage.com/ind...u=INDSPG-CL-GA&gQT=1
The product above covers 250 square feet per gallon and rolls on. It is a one part epoxy so no mixing.[This message has been edited by IMSA GT (edited 04-18-2025).]
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Doug85GT
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APR 18, 12:55 PM
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I used the Rustoleum Garage Epoxy kit. I made sure to prep the floor. There were a lot of oil stains in the concrete from the previous owner. I used industrial degreaser and scrubbed the floor thoroughly. Then I used my 5" random orbital sander to sand problem areas. Degreased it again then used the acid etch. Be sure you have PPE before using the acid etch. Then I applied the epoxy coating, flakes and clear coat. That was in 2016. The floor has held up well to a lot of abuse. There is paint over spray on it and I dropped a can of PVC primer on the floor. Just so you know, PVC primer will turn your floor purple. It does not matter how stain resistant it is. A few times I have burned the floor when something on fire fell on it or molten metal or slag fell on it from welding. It is a garage floor that I also use as a workshop. It will and does get abuse in my home. None of it is peeling off. It is still protecting the concrete.
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blackrams
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APR 18, 10:15 PM
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| quote | One of the biggest failures with any of these floors is poor prep. With old concrete, you need to use diluted muriatic acid to prep the surface. Most people skip this step and use some other chemical. Then the floor coating peels up like nothing. In your case, I would imagine that since it's new, you would only have to wash the floor to remove dust. If properly prepped, any of the epoxy coatings will last for many years.
https://armorgarage.com/ind...u=INDSPG-CL-GA&gQT=1
The product above covers 250 square feet per gallon and rolls on. It is a one part epoxy so no mixing. |
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Will be looking at this option closely, thanks for the response. Sounds promising.
Rams
| quote | Originally posted by Doug85GT:
I used the Rustoleum Garage Epoxy kit. I made sure to prep the floor. There were a lot of oil stains in the concrete from the previous owner. I used industrial degreaser and scrubbed the floor thoroughly. Then I used my 5" random orbital sander to sand problem areas. Degreased it again then used the acid etch. Be sure you have PPE before using the acid etch. Then I applied the epoxy coating, flakes and clear coat. That was in 2016. The floor has held up well to a lot of abuse. There is paint over spray on it and I dropped a can of PVC primer on the floor. Just so you know, PVC primer will turn your floor purple. It does not matter how stain resistant it is. A few times I have burned the floor when something on fire fell on it or molten metal or slag fell on it from welding. It is a garage floor that I also use as a workshop. It will and does get abuse in my home. None of it is peeling off. It is still protecting the concrete. |
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Appreciate the response, have been researching Rustoleum also. Thanks again.
Rams
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Learning most of life's lessons the hard way. . 
You are only young once but, you can be immature indefinitely.[This message has been edited by blackrams (edited 04-18-2025).]
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blackrams
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APR 19, 08:27 AM
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| quote | Originally posted by IMSA GT:
One of the biggest failures with any of these floors is poor prep. With old concrete, you need to use diluted muriatic acid to prep the surface. Most people skip this step and use some other chemical. Then the floor coating peels up like nothing. In your case, I would imagine that since it's new, you would only have to wash the floor to remove dust. If properly prepped, any of the epoxy coatings will last for many years.
https://armorgarage.com/ind...u=INDSPG-CL-GA&gQT=1
The product above covers 250 square feet per gallon and rolls on. It is a one part epoxy so no mixing.
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Having done some research on this product, I really do like what this product offers but justifying the cost isn't going to be easy............. Yeah, I know. You get what you pay for..................
Rams
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IMSA GT
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APR 19, 12:06 PM
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| quote | Originally posted by blackrams:
Having done some research on this product, I really do like what this product offers but justifying the cost isn't going to be easy............. Yeah, I know. You get what you pay for..................
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It's very pricey and is very strong but I have also done a couple of garages with the Rustoleum and they too came out very nice. I could roll a floor jack around all day long and not damage the surface.
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Hank is Here
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APR 23, 10:47 AM
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82-T/A [At Work]
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APR 23, 03:23 PM
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How many bays are you looking to get? Will this be in addition to an already existing 2-car garage on your home?
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