Long Island homeowners often face a unique set of challenges when it comes to preserving their garage floors. The coastal environment brings humidity, salt, and fluctuating temperatures, all of which can wear down untreated concrete. At Timeless Concrete Coatings, we specialize in installing garage floor coatings that are built to withstand these conditions and last for decades.
Garage Floor Coatings: Coating Lifespan in Coastal Environments
Coastal regions like Long Island require garage floor coatings that can handle more than just wear and tear. Humidity and salt exposure can degrade unprotected concrete over time. This is where 1-day systems fall short. Without a moisture-mitigating epoxy primer, 1-day polyurea-polyaspartic systems often start to peel and crack after just a few years, especially when moisture wicks up the porous concrete (in the form of moisture vapor transmission) creating high hydrostatic pressures.
A 2-day epoxy-polyaspartic system, on the other hand, offers superior protection. The first layer—a thick, slow-curing 100%-solids epoxy primer—creates a moisture barrier, critical for preventing damage from the inside out. The next day, two layers of 100%-solids polyaspartic topcoats are applied, providing protection against UV rays, chemical spills, and hot-tire transfer. This combination ensures that your garage floor can withstand the unique challenges of Long Island’s environment for decades.
Ensuring Longevity with Proper Care
While a 2-day installation sets your epoxy flooring up for success, regular maintenance is essential for ensuring it lasts as long as possible. Keeping the floor clean, avoiding abrasive cleaners, and addressing spills promptly will go a long way in maintaining the coating’s durability and appearance. That’s how we’ve seen 20+ years out of some of these floors.
With the right care, your Timeless Concrete Coatings epoxy floor will be around for a very long time. We’re just a call or message away if you want to talk about a floor that lasts in your home or business.
