Garage Floors (Epoxy & Coatings)

Your garage floor takes more abuse than just about any surface in your home. Oil drips, tire marks, heavy equipment, and constant traffic all beat up bare concrete. But here's the thing: you don't have to live with a stained, dusty garage floor. At CC Cooper City Concrete, we install professional-grade epoxy and coating systems that protect your floor while making your garage look like a showroom. Let's talk about how the right coating can completely change your garage.

Why Coat Your Garage Floor

Bare concrete is porous. That means it soaks up oil, gas, antifreeze, and every other fluid that drips from your car. Those stains are nearly impossible to remove once they soak in. The concrete also creates dust as it slowly breaks down from use. That dust gets tracked into your house and coats everything in your garage. A proper coating seals the surface and prevents both problems.

Coated floors are incredibly easy to clean. Spill something? Just wipe it up. No scrubbing, no special cleaners needed. The smooth, sealed surface resists staining and can handle pressure washing when you want to deep clean. For homeowners in Cooper City who use their garages as workshops, gyms, or extra living space, this easy maintenance is a game changer.

• Prevents oil and chemical stains from penetrating concrete
• Eliminates concrete dust and powder
• Protects against cracks, chips, and surface damage
• Brightens the space with reflective, glossy finish
• Increases your home's value and appeal

Epoxy vs. Other Coating Options

True epoxy is a two-part system that chemically bonds with your concrete. It creates an incredibly durable surface that can handle heavy vehicles, dropped tools, and years of hard use. The finish is glossy and comes in various colors. You can add decorative flakes for texture and visual interest. Epoxy is our most popular option because it delivers the best combination of durability and appearance.

Polyurethane and polyaspartic coatings are newer alternatives with some advantages. They cure faster (you can drive on them sooner), resist UV yellowing better than epoxy, and provide excellent chemical resistance. The downside? They're typically more expensive. For most residential garages in Florida, high-quality epoxy gives you everything you need at a better price point. We'll help you choose the right coating system for your specific needs and budget.

The Application Process

Surface prep makes or breaks a coating job. We start by thoroughly cleaning your floor and repairing any cracks or damage. Then we use diamond grinding or acid etching to open up the concrete pores. This creates the texture the coating needs to bond properly. Shortcuts in prep work lead to peeling and failure within a year or two. We do it right so your coating lasts.

Application involves multiple layers. First comes a primer coat that soaks into the concrete. Then we apply the base color coat. If you want decorative flakes (and most people do), we broadcast them onto the wet coating. Finally, we apply clear top coats that seal everything and provide the glossy, protective finish. The whole process takes 2 to 3 days, including cure time between coats.

Customizing Your Garage Floor

Color options range from basic grays and tans to bold blues, reds, and even metallics. Neutral colors hide dirt and tire marks better, while brighter colors create a more energetic space. Many homeowners choose to coordinate their garage floor with their driveway or home exterior colors. There's no right or wrong answer, just personal preference.

Decorative flakes add both beauty and function. These colored chips create a speckled appearance that hides small imperfections and adds slip resistance. You can go light with just a scattering of flakes, medium for partial coverage, or full broadcast where flakes cover the entire surface. The more flakes you add, the more texture and visual interest you get. We can also create custom designs, borders, or logos if you want something truly unique. For larger projects like commercial spaces, we can even incorporate company branding into the floor design.

Frequently Asked Questions