Painting your garage floor can be a big project. But the results are certainly worth it. Whether you are looking to improve the resale value of your home, or just want your garage to look better, this project can help you. Here, we will give you an overview of garage floor paint. We will talk more about what it is, as well as why you should consider the investment. Lastly, we will talk about how to apply this sort of paint, or you may just want to hire a Colorado Springs handyman to do it for you :)
What is Garage Floor Paint?
Garage floor paint is the name used for epoxy paint. Epoxy flooring paint is stronger than other sorts of paints. It is easily washable, stain resistant, and resistant to substances like oil. Unlike oil based paints, this sort will not peel away. It also resists saponification, or reaction with moisture. You should only really be considering epoxy paint. Other sorts of paints simply will not stand up to the job. You may also want to consider staining your garage floor, which is a bit of a different process. Staining uses either solvent based or acrylic based paints. These will warrant more upkeep, but look great.
Home Depot offers a couple different kinds of garage floor paint.
Why Paint Your Garage Floor?
Painting your garage floor can protect the floor itself from stains. You may also find a painted floor easier to clean. A cleaner floor in the garage can mean a cleaner floor in your home. It can also mean a cleaner work area, and cleaner vehicles. This job is relatively cheap to do, but the results are great. Best of all, it will really compliment the overall look of your garage and home. A good coat of paint will brighten-up the area, may make it seem larger, and can look good for years, after.
How to Apply
To apply garage floor paint is no small feat. First, you must properly clean the floor and area. Do this with cleaners bought from a home improvement store, made just for this job. You may want to pressure wash the area and let it dry. Etch the floor with an acid/water mixture. Then, patch any cracks in the floor. Apply the first coat of your chosen epoxy garage floor paint, as directed. After drying, apply a second coat to do the job right. Think about adding nonskid granules to the second coat. This will make the floor easier to walk and drive on.
Give Homefix a call if you'd like to know how much it will cost to paint your garage floor or any other projects involving house painting in Colorado Springs.
