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No matter the goals for the garage, whether it’s a storage space, a home office, or an auto showroom, adding an epoxy garage floor can help take it to the next level.
What is epoxy flooring? Epoxy flooring is created from a chemical reaction between the resin and a hardener. Epoxy is often a more cost-effective type of flooring for garages that offers a smoother surface along with a stunning look.
How long does it last? Epoxy floor lifespans can vary based on the additives used in the coating, the amount of traffic over the flooring, whether impacts from drops will be an issue, and wear and tear from vehicles, along with numerous other details. With proper maintenance and care, the epoxy floor can last more than 10 years.
The lifespan can also depend on whether the property owner does the job on their own or if they have it professionally installed. An epoxy flooring contractor will have access to commercial-grade materials, which are much higher quality. Property owners opting for a DIY approach often use materials that are known to have issues with delamination, peeling, and more.
A DIY installation may save money on the install itself but will end up requiring expensive repairs in the long run. Though professional installations do cost more upfront, the epoxy flooring tends to last longer, so they’re a much better value.
To make sure the job is done right and to ensure the floor lasts as long as possible, work with professional installers from Swift Epoxy Flooring Vancouver team and then maintain the flooring correctly. Proper maintenance to help it last as long as possible will include sweeping daily and cleaning with a floor cleaning solution weekly.
Epoxy floors are available in a wide range of finishes, and there are options to help it look metallic. Also, decorative flakes can be used, and other additives to create a truly unique space.
Epoxy flooring can resist the buildup of mold and mildew, which makes it perfect for families that deal with asthma or allergies. Another benefit is being able to resist moisture, so it can help minimize the potential for flood damage.
For an epoxy garage floor, cleaning is easy since the floor is nonporous and resists debris accumulation. Weekly cleaning, as well as spot cleaning for any messes can help it continue to look fantastic.
If you’re ready to make your space more functional and help to create an amazing space that meets all of your needs, reach out to Swift Epoxy Flooring Vancouver now to get started.
A common misconception is that epoxy flooring doesn’t last long and will need to be replaced in a short amount of time. However, this isn’t true, and with a professional installation, the flooring can last a long time.
Professional Installations
DIY installations use roll-on epoxy, which is lower quality and will not last nearly as long. Professional installations use higher quality materials, which are capable of lasting a lot longer. Depending on other variables, a professional installation can easily last ten to twenty years or longer.
Durability
Flooring that is commonly used in garages like stamped concrete is durable but is still susceptible to damage and cracking from vehicles, dropped objects, and even vibrations. Though they do offer interesting options for customization, they are dull compared to epoxy and will not last nearly as long. Epoxy flooring is not as susceptible to any of the mentioned issues, so it can last a lot longer.
Maintenance
The concrete slab below the epoxy can indicate how long the epoxy coating will last. If the concrete has heavy cracking, gouges, peeling surfaces, or other issues that indicate structural damage, it’s likely the concrete slab will fail. Proper maintenance and repair for the concrete must be done before installing the epoxy floor coating to help everything last as long as possible.
Location
Where the epoxy is installed can have an impact on how long it will last. If the epoxy flooring is professionally installed in a residential setting, it can last up to thirty years. If it’s in a commercial or industrial setting where it sees heavy use, it may only last around fifteen to twenty years because of the heavy traffic. For homeowners, expect the epoxy flooring to last a much longer time, especially if it doesn’t see a lot of heavy traffic.
Cleaning
Proper cleaning can make a huge difference in keeping the epoxy flooring in good shape. Though epoxy does block damage from spills, accidents, drops, and more, all of this over time can wear down the coating. Any chemicals or moisture exposed to the epoxy should be properly cleaned as fast as possible to prevent any damage. It is also possible to minimize drops as much as possible, as heavy items can cause serious damage to the epoxy if they’re dropped from high up.
Exposure
The sun is hard on epoxy, which is why this type of flooring is not recommended for outdoor use. Epoxy is not highly resistant to UV rays, so exposure to the sun can significantly shorten the flooring’s lifespan. Sunlight can damage the binders in the epoxy and it can cause the flooring to turn yellow with regular exposure. In the garage, as long as there is not a significant amount of exposure to the sun, the flooring will last longer.
