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October 27, 2026
Do I need a primer under garage floor epoxy?
Primer is not always required, but it is strongly recommended for older, porous, painted, sealed or heavily used garage floors. Here is...
October 27, 2026
Is it worth it to epoxy a garage floor? Costs, tradeoffs and our take
For most homeowners willing to do the prep, yes. A DIY quartz epoxy floor costs a fraction of a typical pro quote...
October 27, 2026
What are the disadvantages of epoxy flooring? An honest list
Epoxy takes real prep, needs the right weather and keeps your garage out of use for days. Here are the honest tradeoffs...
October 27, 2026
How long does epoxy take to dry and cure on a garage floor?
Light foot traffic at 24 hours, full cure at 72 hours, driving after about 5 days and water after 7. Here is...
October 27, 2026
Are epoxy floors slippery when wet?
Smooth epoxy can get slick when wet, but quartz sand aggregate adds real texture and grip. Here is what controls traction for...
October 27, 2026
What is the most durable garage floor coating?
The most durable garage floor coating you can install yourself is a full thickness two part epoxy system over properly ground concrete....
October 27, 2026
How do you remove scratches from an epoxy floor?
Most epoxy floor scratches can be fixed without tearing anything out. Here is how to clean light scuffs, touch up deeper scratches...
October 27, 2026
Should I epoxy my basement floor? What to check first
A dry, sound basement slab is a great fit for quartz sand epoxy. Here is how to test for moisture, size your...
October 27, 2026
Can you epoxy new concrete right away? What to check first
New concrete holds moisture, so do not coat it right away. Moisture test the slab, prep it properly and call us if...
October 27, 2026
What is the best way to clean an epoxy garage floor
Sweep or dust mop to keep grit off, mop weekly with a pH neutral cleaner in warm water, and wipe spills right...
October 21, 2026
Quartz epoxy vs flake floor: what is the difference?
Flake floors use vinyl chips for a speckled look on a smoother surface. Quartz epoxy uses quartz sand for a textured stone...
October 21, 2026
What causes bubbles in an epoxy floor and how do you fix them?
Bubbles in epoxy come from air leaving the concrete, over mixing, heat, or skipping the defoaming roller. Here is how to prevent...
October 21, 2026
Does epoxy stop a garage floor from cracking?
An epoxy coating will not stop a garage slab from moving or cracking. Here is what it does do, how to repair...
October 21, 2026
Should I grind, acid etch or resurface my concrete before epoxy?
Most garage floors do not need resurfacing before epoxy. They need cleaning, patching and a full mechanical grind to a 60 grit...
October 21, 2026
Epoxy or regular paint for a garage floor: which one holds up?
Regular paint is a thin film that tends to lift under tires, while a true two part epoxy cures chemically into a...
October 21, 2026
What does it cost to epoxy a two car garage, DIY vs pro?
A 400 sq ft two car garage takes 4 kits, about $996 to $1,200 in materials plus tools, versus roughly $1,600 to...
October 21, 2026
Can you put a second coat of epoxy on a garage floor?
You can put a second coat of epoxy on a garage floor if the first coat is sound and well bonded. Clean...
October 21, 2026
How many epoxy kits do I need for my garage?
1 kit covers 100 sq ft, so measure, divide by 100 and round up. Here is how to measure any garage, including...
October 21, 2026
What can go wrong with an epoxy floor, and how to prevent it
Peeling, bubbles, tacky spots, streaks, uneven color and hot tire pickup all have clear causes. Here is how to prevent each one,...
October 21, 2026
Can you epoxy your own garage floor?
Yes, you can epoxy your own garage floor in a weekend. Here is what the job really involves, the tools you need,...
March 12, 2026
The Benefits of Epoxy Flooring for Industrial Use
Industrial epoxy flooring gives you durable, safe, low-maintenance floors that stand up to heavy traffic, spills, and wear in demanding facilities.
February 17, 2026
8 Top Reasons To Choose Quartz Epoxy Flooring
Quartz epoxy flooring is durable, slip-resistant, and low-maintenance. Here's why more homeowners and businesses are switching to this high-performance option.