Garages and commercial spaces require the best flooring surface to meet all that comes their way. Whether your garage is a workshop for your car or a home gym, or you have a commercial space that sees consistent, heavy foot traffic, you want your property to look and function its best. Nothing satisfies that expectation quite like a top-quality concrete floor coating.
Importance of Floor Coatings for Garages and Commercial Spaces
Concrete coatings are a liquid coating that’s applied over an existing concrete slab which then cures to create a solid layer for the surface. Having a coating is crucial because it strengthens a concrete surface while improving its look. After all, concrete by itself consists of tiny holes that allow dirt or water to penetrate the surface. Over time, this can cause the concrete to erode and crumble, leaving you with a cracked, ugly, and stained floor.
For high-use spaces like a garage or commercial building, concrete coatings are even more important. For instance, a garage or commercial space takes a lot of abuse from equipment abrasions, drops from heavy objects, and chemical spills. If you don’t protect your flooring surface with quality concrete, it’s only a matter of 2 or 3 years until it shows signs of wear and tear.
Types of Floor Coatings Offered by Sparks Coatings
When it comes to concrete coatings, there are 3 primary options: epoxy, urethane, and polyurea/polyaspartic. While epoxy has been increasing in use and urethane has been around for a while, neither of the two compares to polyurea in terms of quality. A polyurea coating system (which includes a polyaspartic top layer) is more durable, long-lasting, and resistant to chemicals and moisture.
Because a polyurea system offers better all-around results, Sparks Concrete Coatings specializes in polyurea and polyaspartic coatings. Our professional team wants nothing to stand between you and the floor of your dreams. That’s why we offer our one-of-a-kind services all over Utah, Idaho, and Western Wyoming.
Benefits of Using Sparks Coatings for Your Flooring Needs
When you rely on the pros like Sparks Concrete Coatings, you will discover benefits that couldn’t be possible with a corner-cutting contractor or DIY coating kit. Our team is highly trained to consistently give you a floor that’s resistant to water, chemicals, and elements, easy to maintain, and incredibly long-lasting. Plus, you’ll get unparalleled customer service from start to finish.
The Coating Application Process: How We Ensure a Quality Finish
The coating process might seem straightforward, but mastering it ensures a result that’s geared to last. Sparks Coating prioritizes a quality finish, so we spend years training our team to know the ins and outs of the coating application process. We start by grinding your floor down, repairing any holes or cracks, applying the base coat, flaking it for a decorative element, scraping any excess, and then finally sealing it with a polyaspartic coat.
Concrete Coating Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the best concrete coating?
The best concrete coating is one that’s highly durable and great-looking. You need something that can be used for a number of purposes and still stay in great shape. Our garages or commercial buildings can be home to a lot, so protect them with the best coating.
How long do concrete coatings last?
An average concrete floor lasts between 7 to 10 years. But with the right product and installation, you can have a concrete coating that lasts over 20 years. In fact, Sparks Concrete Coatings offers an industry-leading 20-year warranty.
What are some of the benefits of concrete coatings?
The main benefits of a concrete coating are how durable, aesthetically appealing, and long-lasting they are. In one quick installation process, you can have a totally new floor—and maybe even new property.
Why is polyurea/polyaspartic better than epoxy?
Don’t get us wrong. A polyurea and epoxy coating are both great. They look great, resist water, and provide little to no maintenance. But polyurea separates itself from epoxy with its superior quality, especially how much more durable and flexible it is, which means it will last longer and not crack.
Contact Us to Learn More!
Want to improve your Idaho, Utah, or Western Wyoming property with a concrete coating that’ll last at least 20 years? Then take the first step today by contacting Sparks Concrete Coatings for your free project estimate!
