Garage Floors (Epoxy & Coatings)

Your garage floor takes a beating from vehicles, tools, chemicals, and daily use. Plain concrete eventually develops stains from oil and fluids, shows tire marks, and can dust or flake as it ages. Epoxy coatings transform bare concrete into a professional-looking surface that resists damage, cleans easily, and makes your garage look like new. At STC St George Concrete, we specialize in garage floor coatings that protect your investment and upgrade your space.

Epoxy creates a tough, chemical-resistant barrier over your concrete that prevents oil, gasoline, antifreeze, and other automotive fluids from penetrating and staining. Spills wipe up easily instead of soaking in. The surface also resists abrasion from tires and foot traffic, so it does not wear down like paint or bare concrete. A properly installed epoxy floor can last 10 to 20 years with normal use and basic maintenance.

Beyond protection, epoxy coatings dramatically improve appearance. The glossy finish brightens your garage by reflecting light, making the space more pleasant to work in. You can choose from solid colors, decorative flakes, or metallic finishes to create the look you want. Many homeowners are surprised by how much difference a coated floor makes in how their garage looks and feels. It transforms a dingy concrete space into something that looks professional and well-maintained.

Key Benefits of Epoxy Garage Floors

• Superior resistance to oil, chemicals, and automotive fluid stains
• Easy cleaning with just soap and water or a mop
• Durable surface that withstands vehicle traffic and heavy use
• Bright, reflective finish that improves garage lighting
• Hides existing minor stains and imperfections in concrete
• Resists moisture, mold, and mildew growth
• Available in many colors and decorative options
• Increases home value with a professional appearance

Standard Epoxy Systems

Standard epoxy coatings consist of two-part epoxy applied in multiple coats to create a thick, durable surface. We start with a base coat that bonds to the prepared concrete, then add color coats with optional decorative flakes, and finish with a clear topcoat for protection and gloss. This system provides excellent performance for residential garages and light commercial use. You can choose solid colors from neutrals like gray and beige to bolder options like blue or red.

Decorative flakes scattered into the wet epoxy add texture, hide minor floor imperfections, and create visual interest. Full-broadcast systems cover the floor completely with flakes for a terrazzo-like appearance, while partial broadcast systems show more of the base color. The flakes also provide slight texture that improves traction, especially helpful if the floor gets wet.

Metallic Epoxy Finishes

Metallic epoxy creates stunning visual effects with colors that swirl and shift depending on viewing angle. The metallic pigments move during application to create unique patterns that look like polished stone, flowing water, or molten metal. No two metallic floors look exactly alike. This premium option costs more than standard epoxy but delivers a truly distinctive appearance that makes your garage stand out.

Polyaspartic Topcoats

Polyaspartic topcoats offer enhanced UV resistance, faster curing, and increased durability compared to standard epoxy topcoats. These advanced coatings resist yellowing in sunny garages and allow you to park vehicles on the floor within 24 hours instead of waiting several days. While more expensive, polyaspartic systems work well for St. George's intense sun exposure and provide longer-lasting protection. We often recommend them for new garage slabs or floors that get heavy use.

Surface Preparation

Proper surface preparation makes the difference between coatings that last for years and those that peel or fail within months. We start by thoroughly cleaning the concrete to remove oil, grease, dirt, and any existing coatings or sealers. Next, we mechanically grind or diamond-grind the surface to open the concrete pores and create a profile that allows strong coating adhesion. This grinding also removes any weak surface material that could compromise bonding.

We repair cracks and damaged areas before coating because epoxy follows the existing floor contours and does not fill major defects. For floors with extensive damage or severe cracking, we may recommend repairs first or discuss whether coating makes sense. We also ensure the concrete is dry and test for moisture issues that could cause coating failure. Skipping these preparation steps is the most common reason DIY epoxy jobs fail.

Coating Application

Once the floor is properly prepared, we apply coatings in multiple layers. The primer coat bonds to the concrete and provides a base for subsequent coats. Color coats go on next, with decorative flakes broadcast while the coating is still wet if you choose that option. After the color coats cure, we apply a clear topcoat that seals everything, adds gloss, and provides the primary wear surface.

Professional application requires attention to mixing ratios, proper temperatures, and timing between coats. Epoxy has limited working time once mixed, so we plan carefully to complete sections efficiently. We also ensure adequate ventilation during application and curing. Most garage floor coating projects take one to two days for application plus curing time before you can park on the floor.