Epoxy & Polyaspartic Flooring FAQ

1. Temperature range: they handle about -30°F to 140°F.
2. Fast curing: polyaspartic cures in about 24 hours, epoxy in about 48, so there is less downtime.
3. UV stability: polyaspartic topcoats will not yellow or fade in sunlight.
4. Stain resistance: the sealed surface resists stains and cleans up easily.
5. Durability: both are tough and long lasting.
6. Some flexibility: they cure hard but keep a little flex.
7. Chemical resistance: good for shops, industrial and commercial spaces.

Both make tough, seamless floors. Polyaspartic cures faster (about 24 hours versus about 48 for epoxy) and is UV stable, so it holds its color in sunlight. Epoxy is a great base coat and works well indoors. Many floors use both: an epoxy or polyaspartic base and a polyaspartic topcoat.

With proper installation and maintenance, a commercial epoxy floor can last 10 to 20 years, depending on traffic and use. Good prep is the biggest factor in how long any coating lasts.

Yes. I coat garages, basements, porches and countertops for homeowners, and shops, warehouses, showrooms, offices, retail and industrial spaces for businesses.

Yes. Epoxy and polyaspartic floors go over existing concrete. Prep is what makes them last: the concrete gets cleaned, ground so it is slightly porous, and repaired so the coating bonds properly.

It depends on the size of the area, the condition of the concrete and the design. Polyaspartic cures much faster than epoxy, which makes it a great fit for quick turnaround jobs like garage floors and countertops. You get a clear timeline before we start.

Outdoor jobs and unheated garages get done in the warmer months, and that part of my schedule usually wraps up in late October or early November. Basements and heated garages can be done through the colder months.

Yes. Prep includes grinding and filling cracks and pits so the finished floor is smooth. If the slab has damage beyond normal repair, I tell you during the estimate.

Start with my color samples page, then we narrow it down together at the estimate. If you do not see a color you like, let me know and I will get it for you.

Dust mop it once a week to pick up grit. When it needs more, hose it down and squeegee it off, or mop with a mild, non-abrasive cleaner. Skip harsh chemicals that can dull the finish.

Any smooth floor can be slippery when wet. Flake adds texture, and I can add an anti-slip additive to the topcoat for garages, porches and entries.

Standard epoxy can yellow over time in direct sunlight. Polyaspartic is UV stable, which is why it is the better choice for garages with the door open a lot, porches and patios.

Yes. Call or text (937) 714-7346, or send the quote form. Texting a few photos and a rough size of the floor is the fastest way to get started.

Union City, Ohio and about 50 miles around it, on both sides of the state line. That includes Greenville, Celina, Piqua, Troy and Sidney in Ohio, and Winchester, Portland, Richmond and Muncie in Indiana. See the full list of towns.

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