Jose Vidales··3 min readGuides
The short answer
For most two-car garages we prep the concrete, repair cracks, apply a bonded base coat, broadcast flakes, scrape and vacuum, and seal with a clear topcoat, all in one day. Light foot traffic usually resumes the next day and vehicles a few days later.
Key takeaways
- Clear the garage floor before we arrive. That's all the prep you need to do.
- Most two-car garages are completed in a single day.
- We give you exact cure times for your floor before we leave.
How do I prepare for install day?
Move vehicles and stored items off the floor and make sure we have access to power and water.
What are the steps?
- 1Prep: degrease, clean and grind or etch the concrete.
- 2Repair: patch cracks, holes and pitting.
- 3Base coat: apply a pigmented epoxy layer that bonds to the slab.
- 4Broadcast: spread decorative flakes across the wet base.
- 5Scrape and vacuum: remove loose flakes for a smooth feel.
- 6Topcoat: seal the floor with a clear protective coat.
When can I use my garage again?
Light foot traffic is usually fine the next day, and vehicles return a few days later. Exact timing depends on the system and temperature, and we confirm it before we go.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to be home during the install?
Not the whole time. We just need access to the garage, power and water.
Will it smell?
Our coatings are low-odor and ultra-low-VOC, made to SCAQMD standards.
