A finished surface for the space you use every day
A full flake coating brings a consistent decorative finish to concrete. For a garage, the goal is a surface that handles regular use, is easier to maintain and looks at home beside your walls, doors and cabinetry. Polyaspartic topcoat options add a clear protective finish with UV stability.
What a properly scoped installation includes
1. Inspect the concrete
Assess existing paint, cracks, pits, contamination and moisture conditions. Structural issues, drainage and active water intrusion may need to be resolved before a coating makes sense.
2. Prepare and repair
Mechanically prepare the concrete to the specified surface profile. Remove incompatible existing coatings and address repairable defects with compatible products. Surface preparation is what allows a coating to bond to suitable concrete.
3. Select a basecoat and broadcast the flakes
Choose the basecoat for the conditions. A rapid-cure polyurea can be appropriate; an epoxy basecoat or a moisture-control layer can also have a role in a specified system. Broadcast decorative flakes and remove excess after curing.
4. Apply the topcoat and explain the cure schedule
A compatible polyaspartic topcoat seals the flake finish. Confirm texture, maintenance and the separate wait times for walking, moving items and parking. Installation in a day is possible with some systems, but it is not a promise for every slab.
Have another concrete space in mind?
Tell us about your basement, utility room or light commercial space during your inquiry. Moisture, ventilation and the way the floor will be used determine suitability. Exterior slabs need additional evaluation for western Pennsylvania’s conditions; a garage system should not automatically be used outdoors.
Compare the coating options or see what affects the price.