Flake Garage Floors

The entire flake garage floor process typically takes two days to complete. The first day is dedicated to thorough preparation and application of the base coat. This involves diamond grinding the concrete surface to ICRI level 2-3, treating stem walls for epoxy acceptance, cleaning drip edges by hand, filling cracks, and edging the perimeter manually. Finally, a 100% solids tinted epoxy coat is applied, followed by full coverage with top-quality vinyl flakes.

On the second day, we focus on recovery and finishing. About 40% of the flakes are recovered before scraping twice, sanding twice, and vacuuming twice to ensure a smooth surface. A UV stable urethane top coat is then applied at 150-175 sf/gal for superior durability and appearance. Although some companies claim they can complete this in one day, our meticulous two-day process ensures a higher quality finish that stands out in both beauty and resilience.

Customization options are available for our flake garage floors to meet individual preferences and complement existing decor. Clients can choose from various colors for both epoxy coatings and vinyl flakes, enabling personalized designs tailored specifically to their tastes or functional needs within spaces such as garages or workshops.

Our team collaborates closely with clients throughout this customization process—from selecting suitable colors based on intended aesthetics through finalizing unique patterns—ensuring satisfaction at every stage along this creative journey together toward achieving desired results reflecting each client's distinct vision while maintaining exceptional quality standards upheld by Smallcrete's expertise within industry-leading practices concerning concrete solutions overall.

Yes, there is some downtime required before you can fully use your garage again after the installation of our flake garage floor system. The entire process typically spans two days, with each day dedicated to specific steps that ensure a high-quality finish. After the second day, when the UV-stable urethane top coat is applied, it’s crucial to allow sufficient curing time to achieve optimal durability and longevity.

Generally, we recommend waiting at least 24 hours before walking on the floor and a full 72 hours before moving vehicles or heavy equipment back into the garage. This curing period ensures that all layers—from the epoxy base coat to the vinyl flakes and urethane top coat—are fully set and bonded. Rushing this process could compromise the integrity and lifespan of your new flooring system.

During this downtime, it’s essential to avoid any contact with water or chemicals on the newly installed surface. Keeping the area well-ventilated will also aid in proper curing. While this brief period of inconvenience may seem cumbersome, it guarantees that your flake garage floor will deliver exceptional performance and resilience for years to come. Trusting our carefully structured timeline allows you to enjoy a flawlessly finished product that stands up to daily wear and tear effectively.