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How to apply an epoxy floorWe have used this process extensively to create hundreds of successful garage floor systems for our customers. We understand not all garage floors are the same so not one preparation method will work the same and provide the same results expected from an industrial coating system. However, our instructions are setup for most which includes the preparation process of acid etching. If you have a sealer that the acid will not penetrate then renting a grinder is recommended. Also, if there is a previous failed coating then that too will have to be mechanically removed. Besides the preparation method the rest of the application process is the same but if you are comfortable applying it another way feel free to do so. Just make sure to read the product data sheets for curing times, recoat times and pot life data. Day/Step One Prepare floor as described in the instructions. Allow to dry completely before continuing on to day/step two.
Day/Step Two Sweep/blow out garage. Repair any cracks, Pitts, or fill expansion joist if desired. Allow to setup for at least 1/2 hours depending on amount of repairs needed. Primer can be applied over crack repair material, just make sure you don't step in it wil applying primer. Apply penetrating epoxy primer at recommended spread rate. With a properly prepared floor this primer will actually wick into the concrete so the appearance of the finished floor may look uneven. Again, not all substrates are the same so not all floors may look the same. Allow primer to dry then apply the epoxy build coat. See instructions. Primer dries relatively fast so this step is often done the same day. Generally, after 4-6 hours. The primer coat and build coat will bond together as they cure if when build coat is applied soon after primer is dry (within a 24 hour period). Once build coat is down apply the decorative chip flakes if using.Day/Step Three Sweep/blow out garage to remove any loose flakes or dust before top coating. If applied at recommend spread rates there will not be any loose flakes and the profiles will feel like and orange peel. Should be smooth with just a slight texture from the chips. The chips will soak into the epoxy and not leave any raised edges. Creates a great looking even floor. Once cleaned apply clear top coat.We adopted a three step system instead of just looking at it as a three day system. These steps can be changed-up to fit your time budget. However, they still have to be chronologically completed as laid-out. Example of this is step two can be spilt and the build coat can be complete at the beginning of step three and the top coating can be completed same day as long as it is dry. Temperature and other conditions will change dry times. The cooler the temperature the longer the dry times. |
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