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HogPilot 05-09-2021 09:32 AM

Epoxy Garage Floor
 
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Originally Posted by EdFNJ (Post 1939767)
We did epoxy from Mr Miller. Looks fantastic. However when car A/C dumps it's water the floor gets quite slippery (even with double++ sharkbite). Also, since it is not porous like the originl unsealed concrete was it takes quite a while to evaporate so it stays wet & slippery. Considered the tile, actually bought a bunch to to try and just didn't like it. Epoxy looks great, Miller does an A+ job you just have to consider the pluses and minuses and what is best for you. Been almost 3 years, no chips dings or dents.

I don't have any experience with tile covering.
We had Mr Miller do our new 3 car garage August 2013 before we moved in and it still looks shiny and clean. I steam mop and wet mop the floor periodically. I keep the dust off by using a leaf blower. I did NOT use the sand / shark treatment - yes it is slippery when wet. It is easy to clean. In retrospect, I would add it when it was laid down.
As far as the car's air conditioner dropping condensation, I've learned to turn off the A/C compressor about a mile or so before I get home. It helps keep the floor dry by dropping the water BEFORE I pull in the garage.
I've tried DYI epoxy myself in my last two garages with poor results. Well worth the paying Mr Miller to do it correctly for me this time.

tophcfa 05-09-2021 09:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Topspinmo (Post 1939897)
Don’t see the point, it’s garage floor, plain old concrete good enough for me, that way I don’t have all these worries.

I couldn’t have said it better.

foxmeadow 05-09-2021 04:34 PM

Dirt Under Tiles??
 
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Originally Posted by Villages Kahuna (Post 1939801)
How do you clean the dirt that accumulates on a garage floor from under the tiles? Usually I have to sweep the garage floor at least once a month, even rinsing it out with a hose every now and then. How does that work with snap-in tiles?

Worrying about dirt under the tiles is really a non-issue. Prior to selling my previous home, I decided to change the color scheme. I remove about an 80 sq ft area. The only thing under the tiles (after 8 years) was dust which I vacuumed with my shop vac.
My current home I used Black Dog Garage Floor. Tremendous guy to work with. Price, design and dedication is unmatched.
Here is my latest.

Ptmckiou 05-30-2021 08:30 AM

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Originally Posted by ronpta (Post 1939945)
We had Tru-Grit Coatings LLC. do our garage floor with a POLYASPARTIC FLOOR COATING 2 years ago and it still looks great. it does not seem slippery when wet and has not been damaged by me dropping heavy things while working in garage or while using heavy floor jack. not cheap but highly recommend 863-670-9270

We are going with Tru-Grit Coatings, because it has a lifetime guarantee.

Fredman 05-30-2021 06:26 PM

I paid to put pebble stone in my garage. Holds up well

mtdjed 05-30-2021 08:13 PM

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Originally Posted by John Lockett (Post 1939975)
I am from Canada but have gone to the villages for the last 9 years. Epoxy is the only way to go. The floor won't be level and therefor the other option just won't work. The epoxy floor will stand up better and last a lot longer. Epoxy won't show wear as any option will.
John

I have had my tiles since 2007. When installed correctly, tiles lay flat. Many garages have a taper, (I believe for water flow from walls). My installer skim coated that to insure a smooth transition. At 14 years all look great. Will last much longer since there is absolutely no wear on the tiles. Dirt under tiles not a problem.

HogPilot 05-31-2021 08:48 AM

Condensation on Garage Floor. Tip - Turn off A/C before getting home.
 
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Originally Posted by EdFNJ (Post 1939767)
We did epoxy from Mr Miller. Looks fantastic. However when car A/C dumps it's water the floor gets quite slippery (even with double++ sharkbite). Also, since it is not porous like the originl unsealed concrete was it takes quite a while to evaporate so it stays wet & slippery. Considered the tile, actually bought a bunch to to try and just didn't like it. Epoxy looks great, Miller does an A+ job you just have to consider the pluses and minuses and what is best for you. Been almost 3 years, no chips dings or dents.

I turn off my air conditioner / compressor about a mile before I arrive home. The condensation evaporates BEFORE I get home and I do not have water on the garage floor. Works every time.

CoachKandSportsguy 06-01-2021 03:50 AM

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Originally Posted by HRDave (Post 1940149)
I’ve had an epoxy garage floor for over 15 years & it’s holding up great!! No hot tire lift, chipping, or staining.
The first thing the installer told me was NEVER mop it with a soapy solution. ONLY use an Ammonia solution in clean hot water.
Using soap will leave a residual soap film that gets extremely slick when the floor gets wet. Because I’ve always only mopped my floor with ammonia my floor is never slick when wet. I love it and you will too. 😎

Ah, a tip well worth reading TOTV prior to making a long term decision.
:bigbow:

stadry 06-01-2021 06:26 AM

most don'know urEthane top coat is rqd to protect epoxy base ton floor alum oxide's the best for slipproofing but can impart gray shade. WARNING
NON-skid is absorbed by the epoxy. It must be applied while the epoxy is wet. Once dry install urethane w/ grit for safety use a little sand will break down or water on the floor and your feet will slide out from under you.
Some one will get hurt and a lawsuit should be considered. Their is no aftermarket solution. It looks gorgeous, its costly and very dangerous. You have been warned.
The plastic tiles in our 6 car garage held up very well. Very attractive. Install is very quick. Downside is dirt and water gets trapped under them, bet the geckos will love their new hideouts underneath. If you have non leaky vehicles, no oil, brake fluid or battery acid use the same stuff that folks get put on their driveway. Get Solvent based.
Regrettably our garage floor looks like very highly polished granite, beautiful and dangerous as hell. Anyone tell you different its because they are still on the learning curve.


QUOTE=davefin;1939605]I went with epoxy as floor is NOT level for tiles to lay correctly.[/QUOTE][/QUOTE]

tactone@aol.com 06-01-2021 09:50 AM

Cost?
 
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Originally Posted by mskaggs (Post 1939603)
I am getting a quote on both—epoxy from Miller, and tiles from Custom Closets. Two totally different systems. Can anyone compare them, or give pros and cons?

Has anyone had epoxy done recently that can provide cost? Looking at 2 plus golf cart garage.

mskaggs 06-03-2021 05:29 AM

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Originally Posted by tactone@aol.com (Post 1953469)
Has anyone had epoxy done recently that can provide cost? Looking at 2 plus golf cart garage.

I think my 2+ will be around $1800


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