Making a choice on garage flooring for a residential or commercial garage is probably not a big consideration for most building owners or shop managers. In fact, most people tend to choose the cheapest option with the misunderstanding that the flooring is going to have so much use it will only last for a few years at best.
This in itself is the first mistake most people make. The new types of epoxy coatings for garage floors available through epoxy flooring companies will last for many, many years and some are designed for lifetime satisfaction.
In addition, there are several other mistakes that people often make when choosing garage flooring. Knowing why these mistakes result in problems with the flooring will be important to consider.
Choosing Concrete Paints
Concrete paint is a popular option for garage floors. It is the lowest cost option, but it is also the option that has the shortest life in most use conditions. Gas, oil, chemicals and the heat from tires can lift the paint, leading to a floor that needs continual touch-ups or complete repainting.
Not Considering Time and Costs
When comparing an installed or applied garage flooring by professional companies to a do-it-yourself kit, stop to consider the time and additional costs involved. Applying the flooring yourself means prepping the concrete, filling in cracks and then sanding and surface prep to ensure a smooth base for the epoxy coating.
This includes renting industrial floor sanding and buffing equipment, patching and sanding cracks and chips in the surface as well as applying the various layers of the product.
By hiring professionals, all of this is included in the price quoted for the epoxy flooring. You also have the advantage of highly experienced professionals, giving you a quality floor in just a day or two without any stress or hassle.
