If you’ve seen a 1-day coating company on Long Island claim their product is “4 to 20 times stronger than epoxy,” you’re not getting the full story. At Timeless Concrete Coatings, we install true garage floor epoxy systems—engineered for long-term performance, not just fast installation. And we’re here to clear up the myths that 1-day companies use to sell systems that simply can’t compete.
Myth #1: “Stronger” = More Durable
Stronger how? These companies toss out a vague number without context. Usually, they’re referring to one lab value like Shore D hardness—but that’s not the full picture.
To perform well in real-world conditions, a garage floor epoxy system must offer:
- Adhesion strength, so it stays bonded
- Moisture mitigation, to prevent bubbling and delamination
- System thickness, for impact resistance and long-term wear
- UV and chemical resistance, especially in sun-exposed garage entries
Our multi-layer system was built with these priorities in mind—because that’s what matters in the real world.
Myth #2: They’re Competing with True Garage Floor Epoxy
They’re not. These comparisons are made against thin, water-based epoxy kits from hardware stores—not the 100%-solids garage floor epoxy we use.
At Timeless Concrete Coatings, our system includes:
- A 100%-solids epoxy primer that penetrates the slab and complies with ASTM F3010 standards for moisture mitigation
- A full-flake broadcast for durability, coverage, and depth
- Two polyaspartic topcoats that offer abrasion, chemical, and UV protection
1-day companies typically install:
- A fast-curing polyurea or polyaspartic hybrid applied direct-to-slab
- One clear topcoat (often under 100%-solids)
- No epoxy base coat or moisture mitigation
Even if testing is performed, it’s no substitute for true vapor control.
Myth #3: 1-Day Systems Offer the Same Protection
Speed has its price. To complete a job in a single day, these systems cut critical steps:
- No epoxy primer for moisture mitigation
- No second topcoat, reducing chemical and UV resistance
- No proper flake buffing, which affects durability and finish
That’s why we take the time to install the system right. And it’s why we’re able to offer a lifetime warranty against moisture-related coating failure. They can’t—because their system isn’t built to last.
Invest in Garage Floor Epoxy That Delivers for the Long Island Climate
Long Island garages deal with salt, humidity, and seasonal change. A rushed install won’t hold up.
Timeless Concrete Coatings installs garage floor epoxy systems that are thicker, stronger, and built on real science—not marketing gimmicks.
Call today for a free quote and experience the difference a true coating system makes.