jw97C2S

Thanks for the info. What type of prep is needed - same as epoxy?

fentonproductions

Another example of a RaceDeck garage... We also install and provide garage makeover services

whatyoutalknaboutwillis

I have the epoxy w/ flakes. I am very happy with the results. The shiny top coat has gotten dull but there is not a thing that can damage it. My girls peel out with their mini electric hummer all the time in there and I have moved lots of heavy metal cabinets around with little more than a fine scratch in the top coat. It can get a little slick with H2o. Definately not a DYI. It took the company 4 days from prep to finish. I have the whole floor coated as well ast the concrete footing for the wall which extends up 6" or so. I have had mine for over 4 years.

AnthemAVM

Anyone put a washer and dryer on top of Racedeck without a problem?

LT1

Racedeck knockoff called "Bigfoot Tiles"... I recently did this job for $1.60 a sq ft delivered.

CarmG993

I did an epoxy floor about 6 yrs ago. It needs a refresher coat. It has held up to a lot.
I cleaned the concrete, etched, and painted myself. It wasn't so bad. I wore a resparator, as the fumes were pretty intense even tho door was open. I am trying to find out 2 things before I give it a refresher coat.
1. I have 2 cracks I need to fill and have been looking into what to use.
2. What has to be done to the existing epoxy prior to new top coat(s).

SpecialtyConcreteCoatings

It all depends on the condition of the concrete. It's best to stain new concrete, because of contaminants. For prep, all you really need to do is pressure wash, etch with acid, then neutralize. There's two kinds of stains: acid and acrylic. The biggest problem staining an older floor is the presence of oil. When the acrylic hits the oil it will bead away and leave you with fish eyes. The acid will penetrate the oil, but it often will push the oil to the surface. The oil can also effect the sealer's adhesion. So, if your concrete is relatively new it shouldn't be a lot of prep, but if you concrete is older you'll most likely be disappointed with the results of staining.

SpecialtyConcreteCoatings

We've never had a single issue with an expoxied garage, it's definitely the way to go. It does take a few days to put the system down, usually three. The first day you prep the floor, put the epoxy down, and blow on the flake. After 24hours, blow off the excess flake and put first coat of urethane. Wait another 24 hours, and put the final coat of urethane. It's one long day, then 2 more 3 hour days.

SpecialtyConcreteCoatings

What epoxy system did you use?

Don't fill the cracks with cement, it will crack again in no time. You need to cut the cracks open with a grinder as deep as you can go. Then clean out the crack and fill with either an epoxy or polyurea. Mix in some sand with the epoxy or polyurea. The sand will add strength and also reduce the amount of material you need to buy, it should still be pourable after adding the sand. Polyurea is what I would recommend for crack repairs on an epoxied floor. It's a relatively new product, so it may be a challenge to find in small quantities. The two pros of the polyurea is that it retains some flexibility and has a pot life of 90 seconds.

If the cracks are large you need to cut control joints into the floor.

Where in NJ are you? We could do this for you.

SpecialtyConcreteCoatings

You can add pumice or other additives to the sealer for antislip. People who argue these coatings are more slippery than normal wet concrete are naive. I've put epoxy systems down in country club pool areas.

MrBonus

Are those the rubber or the plastic tiles?

LT1

Plastic. i don't think the rubber can take the weight of a car--more for workshop/exercise room floors etc

MrBonus

How do you like it thus far? I'm getting ready to order it.

Kika

slightly off topic, but if anyone ever gets down to South Florida, check out the Ferrari showroom floor at The Collection, it is all stainless steel. A crew comes in every night to polish it.

MrBonus

I just ordered the Big Foot rubber floor tiles. I was told they are more durable than the plastic ones. They should be here in two weeks so I'll be sure to post pictures for everyone.