Concrete Resurfacing – What you need to Know
If you are planning to undergo a concrete resurfacing process with a decorative finishing material, you need not to worry. This is because such task can be a relatively easy one with the proper tools, products, information and analysis. Such resurfacing task can be divided into three main components; these components are the preparation of the surfaces, the decorative options and the floor maintenance. Here are a few things you should know:
Assessing the Existing Surface:
You will have to start with the assessment of the existing floor. This includes removing tile adhesives, paint, dealing with the moisture, repairing cracks and removing any carpet glue. For carpet glue, there are many effective solutions for removing it. These materials are sprayed and then they are scraped off.
Cleaning the Concrete:
Following the assessment of the floor and dealing with previous layers of paint or carpet glue, it is time to get it cleaned. This is important because any materials that are applied onto the concrete when it is not entirely clean will never stick and they will not be as effective as they should in protecting the floor. The best way to clean it is through acid etching as it is effective in removing grime, salts, dust and rust from the surface of the concrete. Of course, if you are going to do it yourself, you have to wear a protective mask because the fumes are quite strong and can be harmful. After the acid is applied, it can be removed and washed off after fifteen minutes.
Concrete is Porous:
Concrete is a porous material, which means that there is air in the little holes and the capillaries in it. Moisture pressure, which is also referred to as hydrostatic pressure, can result in the pushing of the moisture through the slab of the concrete. There are different solutions for this problem such as installing a roof gutter system, which can prevent water away from going along concrete foundations. In addition, coating the foundation and the floor with epoxy can prevent most of the moisture from reaching the slab.
Decorative Garage Floor Coverings:
If you are looking forward to applying a decorative concrete stain on a clean floor, then Concrete acid dyes and stains are the best-suited choice. There are also the acetone-based dyes, which can bite hard onto the concrete.
Garage Floor Epoxy Coating:
For many years, epoxy floors were only used in industrial plants and factories but during the past few years, they have been one of the most commonly used concrete resurfacing materials for residential garages. There are different types of epoxies, they include:
Epoxy Paint – It is basic high quality paint for the floor, it comes in many different colors.
Epoxy Urethane System – It has a 1st coat of paint or epoxy primer that has a top coat made of Urethane. It is one of the best choices for both, light industrial use and residential garages.
Solid High Build Epoxies- This type is the heaviest duty system. It has an epoxy paint with a high build epoxy layer that is topped with a layer of Urethane. It is best used in heavy-duty industrial plants
Testimonials
My garage was so cluttered and a total mess, I was always embarrassed to have the door open! Not anymore!! Floorguard® helped me design a perfect system for my family, it’s amazing!! Now I keep my garage door open for all to see, it’s organized, and absolutely beautiful!!!
- Pam Orland Park, IL
Really Pleased! Our garage needed some major help – not only was it a mess but the floor was just ugly with all the stains and such. I will agree with the reviewer below – do not go with the cheap imitators! Floorguard not only has a great product, but their installers and service is well worth any extra cost, which is minimal anyway. Our neighbors have commented on how good our garage looks and we’ve recommended them to Floorguard without hesitation.
- Nathan
The garage looks so good! A+ company on every level. Wish I had another garage to resurface!
- Chelsea
My neighbor had a floor done by another company that was new to the industry, boy were they sorry. I went with the experts, Floorguard did an incredible job!!
- Tom T., Orland Park
When it comes to adding value to your business, you can’t go wrong with the superior technology and materials from Floorguard
- Jenny P.
Covering our old, gray garage floor was a great aesthetic and functional improvement. This project requires 2 days: first day preparing the surface (major job requiring right equipment), putting down first coating and sprinkling the flakes. This requires about 4 hours. After this dries, they come back next day and apply the topcoat. They notified us when they would start the work and arrived as promised. They worked diligently, completed the work efficiently, left the work areas and our driveway clean. The owner Steve is a great guy to deal with.
- Bob H.
It was a pleasure dealing with the company’s owner Steve Chaloult. When we called him to give us an estimate, he arranged to come within a few days. We have a very large two car garage. His estimate was a bit more than the first company we called but he seemed very well prepared in showing us samples and very knowledgeable about his product and we just liked him. For personal reasons , we had to delay installation for about a month and he could not be more accommodating. we finally we able to have it done this past week and it was worth the wait. The garage floor is just beautiful and I never would have thought I would say that about a garage floor! We also had the lower walls around the floor done and very glad we did. At one time we were thinking we could do this ourselves using a kit. WHAT were we thinking? This is a job for a professional and we are so glad we used Steve.
- Moira J.
The owner Steve Chaloult was easy to work with and he’s very good at what he does. I highly recommend Floorguard as your contractor if you’re wanting to have a garage floor finished with a durable epoxy like colored finish. Floorguard came when they said they would and cleaned up after they were finished. Floorguard also installs garage storage cabinets.
- Andrew A.
Very responsive, good communicator. Was on time and did a top quality job. Very happy with the outcome.
- Anonymous Homeowner
Great eexperience. Quick and dependable service. High quality. Fair cost.
- John H.