So, which concrete coating should you use for your commercial space? Let’s take a closer look at your options.

Types of Floor Coatings 

While there are many options of concrete floor coatings to choose from, not all are the right fit for YOUR needs:

Epoxy Coatings: Epoxy coatings are made up of a two-part system: epoxy resin and a hardener mixed together. This process results in a good surface bonding, however it is also susceptible to yellowing or chalking overtime (especially in UV exposed areas).

Acrylic Coatings: Acrylic floor coatings are known for their quick drying times, ease of application, and UV resistance. This is great for speedy application, but unfortunately this means it tends to wear more quickly than other options, requiring more frequent recoating.

Concrete Sealers: Concrete sealers are probably the most affordable option. They can provide stain resistance, protection against moisture, and sometimes add a glossy finish to a shop floor, however this is not a good long term solution for reliable protection.

So, what’s the best floor coating on the market?

The Verdict: Polyurea Floor Coatings 

Among all the commercial floor coatings to choose from, Polyurea stands at the top. Polyurea is a synthetic polymer known for its fast-curing and tough properties. It’s a go-to solution for commercial floorings of all kinds, and outshining others in multiple areas. 

Benefits of Polyurea Floor Coatings for Commercial Properties

Here are some of the benefits that you can expect to get from polyurea floor coatings:

1. Durability and Longevity: With an incredible resistance to wear and tear, polyurea coatings maintain their integrity even under heavy foot and vehicle traffic, making them last much longer than traditional coatings.

2. Chemical and Stain Resistance: These coatings are impervious to most chemicals and stains, which is crucial for spaces like automotive workshops, warehouses, and manufacturing plants.

3. Safety Features: The addition of texture options makes polyurea coatings slip-resistant, enhancing safety in workplaces and public areas.

4. Aesthetic Appeal: Available in a variety of colors and finishes, these coatings can be tailored to enhance the visual appeal of any space, from elegant retail environments to practical industrial settings.

5. Low Maintenance: Easy to clean and requiring minimal upkeep, polyurea coatings are a practical choice for busy commercial environments.

Comparative Analysis with Other Floor Coatings

When compared with alternatives like epoxy or urethane, polyurea stands out for its rapid curing time, which minimizes downtime for businesses. Its superior durability also means less frequent replacements or repairs, offering long-term value.

What About Different Industries?

From sleek, modern retail spaces to rugged industrial warehouses, polyurea coatings are versatile enough to meet various industry-specific needs. They are particularly beneficial in areas prone to spills, heavy machinery movement, or where a clean, professional appearance is desired. 

Your Takeaway?

In the end, commercial floors need the best coating available and Polyurea offers an unbeatable combination of durability, safety, and style for properties of all kinds. 

So, are you ready to transform your property with the best polyurea floor coatings? Contact A.G. Williams today for a consultation and discover the ideal flooring solution for your space!

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

Q: How long do polyurea coatings last? A: Polyurea coatings are known for their longevity, typically lasting longer than traditional coatings, often over a decade, depending on usage conditions.

Q: Are polyurea coatings environmentally friendly? A: Polyurea coatings are considered more environmentally friendly than many alternatives due to their longevity and the reduced need for frequent reapplications.

Q: Can polyurea coatings be customized in color and texture? A: Absolutely! Polyurea coatings come in a variety of colors and textures to suit different aesthetic and functional requirements.

Q: How quick is the curing process for polyurea coatings? A: Polyurea coatings cure remarkably fast, often within 24 hours, significantly reducing downtime for businesses.Q: Is polyurea suitable for outdoor applications? A: Yes, polyurea is highly resistant to the weather and UV rays, making it an excellent choice for outdoor applications.

1. Our floor coating system brings a fresh, clean look to any concrete floor, including the garage where you keep your gorgeous ride (minivans count too).
2. Polyurea is slip resistant thanks to vinyl chips that add texture to your floor.  
3. Want to keep your floor clean?  Simply use a broom or a microfiber dust mop. For liquid spills use a paper towel or soft cloth.  
4. Polyurea won’t fill your house with an unbearable odor because it smells more like a freshly painted room than a toxic chemical. You can even have your floors coated in the winter when the windows are closed.  
5. Polyurea is heat and chemical resistant.
6. No hot-tire pickup!
7. 15-year residential warranty!

3 popular additives that add traction to your garage floor

While our floor coatings have an orange peel finish that adds a slip-resistant quality, there are also additives that can make your floor even safer. Not a bad idea, especially if your floor gets extra slick in the wintertime.

Let’s take a look at a few options:

1. Ground polymer grit is made of very small micronized polymer beads that are soft to the skin and feet. When added to a coating, it becomes translucent so that it only adds traction to your final coat – no color changes. The polymer beads come in different sizes too.
2. An aluminum oxide additive is used most in industrial settings because its rough finish

works in even the most slippery environments.  While you can use it in your home garage, it can be uncomfortable on your skin and is a little more difficult to clean.

3. You can also use a fine silica sand which leaves a gentle bumpy surface.  You will need to use this additive with a colored top coat as it will show in a clear one.

Our floor coatings are not all about beauty–they are safe, too.  Ask us about which additive would be best for your garage floor. We look forward to hearing from you!

Key Considerations before Coating This Commercial Floor

One challenge of doing spaces like this is staging everything to ensure the residents have the least disturbance possible.The basement area includes a mailroom, laundry area, trash and recycling areas as well as access to parking. The timing and communication with the facility manager, property manager and board had to be precise. 

Another challenge is the order of the process.  If we do the painting first, then the floor, we run the risk of the grinders bumping into the wall and chipping paint. The floor process can also generate dust when we profile the concrete, despite being attached to HEPA vacs. We didn’t want to leave dust on the newly painted walls.

So we did the floor first in this building. Our painters are used to working in finished homes so protecting the newly finished floor while we painted was par for the course. 

Why Coat the Floor in Your Apartment Complex?

There are multiple benefits to keep in mind. Let’s look at a few:

• Gives the space a much brighter, cleaner and modern look 
• Facility staff has a much easier time cleaning the floors 
• They don’t have to re-paint the floors every year
• Protects the concrete
• Provides a moisture block as well as antimicrobial and antibacterial protection 

Call us today!

We are willing to help you with any size project. Let us know what you need and we will provide a quote.  Hope to hear from you soon!

As a quick, real-life example, we coated a floor for a personal trainer who reconditioned part of his garage.  Look at the before and after. What an amazing change!  This is a great way to make a room feel brighter, bigger, and cleaner.

Our process is detailed and thorough: we grind down the concrete, fill any cracks, lay down a primer, broadcast the chips, and finish with a top coat. You won’t recognise your floor when we’re finished with it! 

So, aside from the looks and performance, why else is a polyurea floor coating the right pick for your gym?

Quick Install

If you are looking to procrastinate, polyurea floor coating won’t help with that! You’ll be back in your gym and resuming your exercise routine within 24 hours. This floor coating also has a low odor, much like a freshly painted room, so you can accomplish yoga breathing with confidence.

Resist Impact

This concrete floor coating is great for your home gym because it resists damage. It doesn’t tear easily like linoleum or have to be repainted every year. It resists chemicals, scratches, dents, and tears, with performance often lasting far beyond the 15-year warranty.

Clean Underfoot

It’s important for your gym floor to be clean because you want to keep dust and dirt off your expensive machinery. You also want your bare feet to stay clean while you complete your pilates routine. Polyurea floor coating is easily kept clean with a duster, a sponge, and warm soapy water – much easier to clean than concrete.

If you want a floor coating to last and look gorgeous at the same time, call us for an estimate today! We look forward to hearing from you.

Do epoxy floor coatings smell bad?

Epoxy is a popular floor coating because it is economical and aesthetically pleasing. There are some aspects of epoxy, though, that may give you pause. 

If you’re considering coating your concrete basement floor, keep in mind that epoxy floor systems have a strong, lingering odor. making the application less comfortable while also posing a danger to your health. And, because the cure time can be up to 72 hours, the smells tend to linger and make everyday living in your home unpleasant. Even construction workers and installers have to wear protective gear while using epoxy floor coatings.

Are polyurea floor coatings better?

Polyurea floor coating has very little odor because it is low on volatile organic compounds, or VOCs. If anything, a floor that has recently been coated with polyurea smells a bit like a freshly painted room. This coating has a quicker drying time, as little as 24 hours, which makes the minimal smell dissipate sooner than epoxy, even in the winter when there is less ventilation. Not only that, polyurea is slip resistant thanks to vinyl chips that add texture to your floor, chemical and UV resistant, and backed by a 10-year residential warranty. Clean up is a breeze too. Just use a soft broom or cloth to dust and a wet sponge or spray mop to clean.

Have more questions about concrete floor coatings?

Don’t live with tired, dirty, and cracked concrete in your garage or basement. Contact us at Floor Coatings by A.G. Williams for more information and a free consultation!

This is why our Floor Coatings by A.G. Williams team uses polyurea concrete coatings.  Not only will you have experienced professionals coating your floors, but you’ll also avoid the problems you face with other coatings.  

What are the benefits of a polyurea basement floor coating? 

Here’s a closer look:

1. The installers take your concrete down to a clean, smooth finish before they begin, allowing the coating to fully adhere to the concrete.  
2. Polyurea won’t fill your house with an unbearable odor because it smells more like a freshly painted room than a toxic chemical.  Because of this, you can even have your floors coated in the winter when the windows are closed.  
3. Polyurea is slip resistant thanks to vinyl chips that add texture to your floor.  
4. Want to keep your floor clean?  Simply use a broom or a microfiber dust mop.  For liquid spills use a paper towel or soft cloth.  
5. Polyurea is also heat and chemical resistant and lasts 10 years or more. 
6. Perhaps one of the most convenient aspects of this coating is that it is dry in about 24 hours allowing you back into your space quicker.

Have more questions about basement floor coatings?

We look forward to giving you an estimate.  Contact us at AG Williams Painting for more information.

Thinking about investing in a garage floor coating?

There’s a lot to consider! On one hand, you have enticing do-it-yourself kits at the home improvement stores, offering rock-bottom pricing. There are also classic epoxy systems, with professional installers who make strong claims. But you’ve also heard about potential issues with epoxy floor coatings, like long curing times, fumes, hot tire pickup, and peeling… 

So, what do you do?

Not to add another option to your menu, but have you considered a polyurea garage floor coating? It offers a number of key benefits and advantages, including a MUCH faster curing time than epoxy, letting you get back in your space quickly. Plus, it doesn’t have the same odor levels, really being equivalent to a freshly-painted room. 

But we’d rather show than just tell. As an example, take a look at Jared’s garage floor, just coated in Larchmont, NY. The goal was to start fresh, grinding away previous coatings right down to healthy, clean concrete. This also opens the pores of the surface, allowing our polyurea basecoat to fuse with the floor. 

Before and after: polyurea garage floor coating

Gorgeous, right? And here are another few benefits to keep in mind:

• MUCH stronger than epoxy
• Can be installed quickly, with installations taking no more than a couple of days
• Perfect for indoor concrete too, like basements
• Backed by a 15-year warranty!

Have more questions about what sets this floor coating apart? Take a look: Top Questions About Our Concrete Floor Coatings. 

Please feel free to contact us directly with any questions too. We’re here to help, and would love to share all the options available for your concrete floor, indoors or out.

But what about concrete floor coatings? Maybe you have some questions, and you’re not the only one!

We get all kinds of inquiries about how our coatings work and what installation looks like. Whether you’re considering a floor coating or have already decided to get it done, these FAQs will give you a better idea of our process!

Q. How long does it take to coat?

Typically 2 days, especially if your surface calls for a moisture block.

Q. Are there lingering fumes?

No. The process creates about as much smell as painting a room, and clears out quickly. Another benefit of using our polyurea system rather than standard epoxy!

Q. Can you coat basement floors?

Yes!

Q. Is this the same as the kits you can buy at a home improvement store?

No. Those are typically epoxy or concrete paints. Neither perform as well as our polyurea system.

Q. Is hot-tire pickup an issue?

With epoxy, yes. With our polyurea system, no. 

Q. Can I choose any color I want?

We have solid colors and chip blends available for you to choose from. Custom chip blends are also an option (match to your favorite brand, sports team, university, etc.). 

Q. Is it slippery?

No, it’s not. We can, however, include a slip-resistant additive that provides extra traction, if needed.

Q. Is it expensive?

It certainly costs more than do-it-yourself epoxy kits, but the value is drastically better. This is the last concrete coating you’ll ever need, backed by a 15-year residential warranty. 

Have more questions about our concrete coatings? Please let us know – we are here to help!

So, what can you do about it? 

On one hand, you could coat the floor yourself, but the do-it-yourself (DIY) kits are flimsy, messy, and generally fail after just a year or two, leaving more of a mess than you started with. You could also pay for a professional epoxy floor coating, but those leave a lot to be desired too. Fumes, hot tire pickup, discoloration, peeling… All are common issues.

We’d recommend investing in a cutting-edge polyurea floor coating instead. You’ll protect the surface from common points of damage and deterioration, plus eliminate the need for future coating repairs or replacement. 

What are the benefits of coating your garage floor?

Longevity 

This is probably the biggest reason to invest in a garage coating. As we mentioned above, concrete damage is common to high traffic areas. You may not realize it, but since your garage is a home for vehicles, the floor is inevitably impacted by shock and weight. A polyurea coating provides a strong, flexible armor to absorb the abuse and offer protection for years. They do not chip or peel and are made to last. 

Accessibility 

If you utilize your garage as a junk drawer, don’t feel bad! You’re not the only one. It’s a commonly overlooked space. Have you ever noticed the magic of a clean room? You’re probably more likely to spend time there; even stay more organized! Some studies show that people actually tend to eat healthier in a clean kitchen. A fresh garage floor can have similar effects for usage and cleanliness. 

Appearance

It’s a no-brainer that our concrete coatings look great! But, are looks really worth the investment? Well, yes, actually. A well kept garage certainly won’t hurt your home value! If and when it comes time to sell, the return could be well worth it.

Maintenance

This is a popular benefit among homeowners: easy clean-up! Can we get an amen? Polyurea coatings, having non-porous textures, won’t absorb spills – so no worries about stains. They also withstand extreme temperatures, abrasions, and chemicals. No mess and no stress! 

Want to know more about our concrete coatings, or whether your garage is a good fit for our system? Contact us today! 

Our client was in pursuit of a beautiful, lasting floor coating for his garage. And right from the beginning of his search, durability was non-negotiable. Perfect! Unlike those messy DIY kits, we specialize in long-lasting concrete coating systems designed to perform.

Why Polyurea Is The Best Product For Your Garage Floor

Many folks hear “concrete coatings” and immediately think of “epoxy.” Epoxy has its uses, and has been around a long time, but it’s not the top option for concrete garage floors anymore.

We use a polyurea product that outperforms epoxy at every turn. Why? First, it creates a chemical bond with your floor, delivering better grip and adhesion than you’ll find with any other coating option. It’s also more flexible, meaning that the chipping and peeling that’s so common in epoxy is a non-issue.  

Our clients also love that it can withstand temperature variations, impact, and chemicals. It’s strong enough for a commercial space, making it more than ideal for a busy home garage too. 

Here are a few more benefits to using polyurea floor coatings:

• Long lifespan
• Rapid cure
• Antimicrobial & antibacterial
• Beautiful, customizable appearance
• Easy to clean and maintain

 A Garage Transformed

Long story short, our estimator really connected with our client (they shared the same last name – it was meant to be!), put together a plan, and our team got to work. Check it out!

The final look is stunning. One of our crew members noted, “When I was there it looked like a worn and tired ‘old man.’ Now, it looks like a sharp Calvin Klein model.” 

Interested in learning more about custom garage floor coatings?

We’d love to help! And remember, we can coat outdoor surfaces too, like walkways, driveways, patios, and concrete porches. Give us a call today!