If You Have Questions About Garage Flooring Or Storage Options, Give Us A Call! We’re Here to Help!
Welcome to our FAQs page! Below, you will find many of the commonly asked questions we get about some of our services here at Custom Garage Works. However, if you have any additional questions, please don’t hesitate to call us at 214-494-9068 or 817-308-1305 and speak with one of our friendly associates. Keep in mind that all of our projects will have at least one of our two owners involved in the installation process, and all of our crew members are full-time Custom Garage Works employees, fully trained to complete your garage renovation to perfection! We are here to answer any questions you may have, so you can confidently choose the best options for your garage. From storage solutions to floor resurfacing, we have the answers you need!
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Flooring Questions
Garage Flooring
How will the process work?
Our Garage Floor Coatings Can Typically Be Driven On Within 24 Hours!
We begin by diamond grinding the concrete, which allows the pores to open up. After repairing any surface blemishes or cracks in the concrete, we put down the pigmented base coat. To do so, we pour it out and spread it with a squeegee and back rolling. The base coat will then penetrate deep into the pores of the floor. A complete broadcast of 100% recycled vinyl flake is applied in the color you choose. The floor will then cure for 2 – 3 hours so the flake can bond with the base coat. Last, we lightly scrape the coating to remove any loose flake, and the remainder is swept up. The top coat follows the same application method as the base coat. By using the same product for the base and top coats, we create a cross-linked result that locks in the flake and leaves your coating 10 times more durable than epoxy.
When can I use my floor again after the floor is installed?
The floor can be walked on in as little as 4 hours, and you can return items to your garage around 6 hours.The cure time varies depending on the temperature outside, but in ideal conditions, you can drive on your floor within 24 hours.
What if my floor has a crack?
Hairline cracks are filled in with a base coat and will not need extra attention unless the crack is particularly deep or wide. A unique concrete patching compound is used to repair any pits or cracks. We then allow the patching compound to completely cure before we continue with the garage floor prep and detail.
What’s the difference between Polyurea, Polyaspartic, and Epoxy?
Polyaspartic coatings are a type of polyurea coating with a longer cure time. Most of the polyurea floor coatings you read about are also polyaspartic. This kind of coating is considerably stronger than epoxy, because it cures faster, is resistant to yellowing and hot tire pickup, and can withstand impact from dropped items such as tools. It also comes with a lifetime warranty, which you won’t find with epoxy.
Will you use acid etching or acid treatments on my floor?
We never use acid etching to prepare floors. We only use diamond grinding, in order to create the best possible surface for your floor coating.
How do I clean my new floor coatings?
Due to the glossy texture, most spills will wipe right off. However, you can mop with warm water and dish soap when needed.
Will every concrete area in my garage be coated?
We can coat as many of the concrete surfaces in your garage as you want!
