Garage Floor Coatings: Why is prepping the concrete so important?

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Pros in the garage floor coating business talk about “concrete prep” all the time, but what does that actually mean? In short, it’s the process of getting the surface ready so the coating bonds to the concrete floor securely. Without it, even the best products won’t last. Whether it’s a residential garage or a large commercial floor, concrete preparation is ... Read More

The Ultimate Garage Flooring Care Guide: Expert Q&A

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Life in Michigan can get messy. Snow! Salt! Muddy boots! But your garage flooring doesn’t have to show it, especially if you’ve had a professional coating installed. Garage Floor Coating of Michigan has answered the top questions homeowners ask about keeping their garage flooring clean, durable, and looking great, no matter the season. Q: What’s wrong with 1-day coating systems? ... Read More

Why Polyaspartic Floor Coatings Alone Won’t Protect Your Garage

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In Michigan, freeze-thaw cycles, snowmelt, and high humidity mean garage floors face constant moisture challenges. But many 1-day coating companies skip the critical first step in moisture mitigation: applying a 100%-solids epoxy floor coating primer before laying down a polyaspartic floor coating. Michigan Moisture: The Enemy of Long-Term Durability Concrete naturally absorbs moisture from below the slab, especially in climates ... Read More

Garage Flooring: Defend Against Moisture-Vapor Transmission Before It’s Too Late

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What Is Moisture-Vapor Transmission—and Why Should Michigan Homeowners Care? When it comes to garage flooring, what’s happening beneath the surface can quietly dictate the lifespan of your entire coating system. Moisture-vapor transmission (MVT) is the natural process where water vapor moves upward through concrete from the soil below. And in Michigan—where humid summers, heavy rainfall, and groundwater are common—this process ... Read More