Garage Floors & Epoxy Coatings

Upgrade Your Garage Floor

Your garage floor takes a beating from vehicles, tools, chemicals, and everything else that goes on in a working garage. A bare concrete floor absorbs stains, shows every drip and spill, and constantly sheds dust. Coating the floor with epoxy or another protective finish transforms it into a durable, easy-to-clean surface that actually looks good.

We install epoxy and other garage floor coatings throughout Findlay and Northwest Ohio. These coatings bond to the concrete to create a protective layer that resists oil, chemicals, hot tire marks, and abrasion. The result is a floor that stays cleaner, looks better, and lasts longer than bare concrete.

A coated garage floor is easier to maintain than you might think. Spills wipe up instead of soaking in. Dust and dirt sweep off easily. You can even mop the floor like an indoor room. This makes a huge difference if you use your garage for anything beyond parking cars, like a workshop, home gym, or hobby space.

Beyond the practical benefits, a professionally coated floor simply looks better. You can choose colors and finishes that match your style. Many homeowners are surprised by how much a nice floor improves the whole feel of their garage. It goes from a dingy concrete cave to a clean, finished space you actually want to spend time in.

Epoxy and Coating Options

Epoxy is the most popular garage floor coating because it provides excellent durability and chemical resistance. True epoxy systems involve a base coat of epoxy resin that penetrates and bonds to the concrete, followed by a topcoat for protection and appearance. Decorative flakes can be broadcast into the wet epoxy for texture and a custom look.

Polyurea and polyaspartic coatings are newer options that cure faster than epoxy and provide even better chemical and UV resistance. These are especially good if you need to use your garage quickly after coating. They also resist yellowing and hot tire pickup better than some epoxy formulations. The trade-off is typically higher cost.

Here is what makes our garage floor coating installations stand out:

• Thorough surface preparation including cleaning and profiling
• Proper moisture testing to prevent coating failure
• Repair of cracks and damage before coating
• Quality coating products designed for garage use
• Multiple coat systems for maximum durability
• Decorative flake options in many color combinations
• Clear topcoats for protection and easy cleaning
• Proper cure times to ensure coating performs as expected

Surface preparation is critical for any coating system. The concrete needs to be clean, dry, and properly profiled for the coating to bond. We do not skip this step. Many coating failures happen because of poor prep work. We grind or acid-etch the concrete to create the right surface texture, repair any cracks or damage, and make sure the floor is ready for coating.

New Garage Floors and Replacement

If you are building a new garage or need to replace a damaged floor, we pour quality concrete slabs that provide the perfect base for coatings. A new garage floor needs proper base preparation, adequate thickness, reinforcement, and smooth finishing. We can coat the new floor after it has cured properly.

Badly damaged garage floors sometimes need replacement rather than coating. If the concrete is severely cracked, spalling, or settling significantly, coating will not solve the underlying problems. We assess your floor honestly and let you know whether coating makes sense or replacement is the better investment.

For floors with minor damage, we can often repair cracks and surface issues before coating. Small cracks get filled, surface damage gets patched, and then we coat the whole floor. This gives you a like-new appearance at less cost than replacement. The coating helps hold everything together and prevents further deterioration.

Timing matters with new concrete. Freshly poured floors need adequate cure time before coating, typically 28 days minimum. The concrete needs to be dry enough that moisture will not affect coating adhesion. We test moisture levels to confirm the floor is ready. Rushing this process leads to coating problems down the road.

Whether you need a new garage floor poured, repairs to an existing floor, or coating services, we handle it all. Many homeowners in Findlay have worked with us to transform their garages from basic concrete boxes into clean, functional spaces. The investment pays off in both appearance and long-term floor protection.

Common Questions About Garage Floor Coatings