If you are looking to update the floor in your garage or basement, chances are that you have heard about or have seen the epoxy flooring system. But with so many different flooring options on the market, you might be wondering what makes epoxy stand out from the other options? MB Construction is going to outline why epoxies are one of the most popular floor coating options available today.
What Is Epoxy Flooring Used For?
Epoxies are a resinous flooring system that has many variations but the two main types are solvent-based and solid epoxy based. As it is recommended by manufacturers that you hire a professional contractor to install a floor epoxy coating, you will most likely be dealing with a solid epoxy system consisting of a resin, and a hardener. In contrast, solvent-based systems utilize a resin, hardener and filler which is most commonly water. The solid composition epoxy offer a stronger surface, faster cure time and higher resistance. Depending on the intended use of your garage or basement, such as parking heavy vehicles, erecting a home gym area, converting into a bedroom or other living space, your contractor may recommend a higher or lower thickness.
Are Epoxy Floors Worth It?
Epoxies are well known for their durability and resistance to scratches, abrasions, harsh stains and impacts. This means additional heavy storage opportunities, not worrying about dropping weights in your home gym not being concerned about pet nails or kids gouging your floors. Another benefit of epoxy floors is the virtually limitless customization options. There are many variations of epoxy such as metallic epoxy and epoxy flakes that can increase the design opportunity of your new flooring system. Epoxy floors are also highly resistant to water damage which is particularly great news for basements prone to flooding and extremely low maintenance.
Do Epoxy Floors Require Maintenance?
As mentioned above, one of the main advantages of epoxy flooring systems is the simplistic and almost carefree maintenance they offer. Over the long term, the topcoat will be the only thing that will need to be reapplied and that can last over 10 years in most settings. Regarding ongoing routine maintenance, all epoxy floors need is to be properly swept with a soft bristle broom or dust mop to remove the debris from the epoxy’s surface and mopped with a PH neutral cleaner.
How Long Does it Take to Install Epoxy?
When you plan on having an epoxy coating installed in your garage or basement, hiring a professional contractor will not only make the process go faster, but will last longer too. Whereas factors such as the condition of your concrete slab, size of garage or basement, amount of masking and the implementation of any custom work can slow down the installation process of your epoxy flooring, a contractor will be able to install your epoxy in as little as 2 days with the floor available to walk on in as little as 12 hours and full cure times at 72 hours.
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Epoxy flooring is definitely not a DIY project! If you are planning on having an epoxy floor installed in your basement or garage, or are even just considering it; call MB Construction to ensure professional results.
