Epoxy flooring is relatively low maintenance and can last for years. With proper care, your new epoxy can be looking great on your garage floor for over a decade. Having your flooring professionally installed is a good first step to ensuring that it will last as long as possible. Other factors that can impact how long your floor lasts include how much traffic it gets and how well you maintain it.

The thickness of the epoxy used in your garage or other space will depend on the condition of your concrete and other factors. It can be as thin as 0.025 inches or as thick as 0.375 inches, depending on the circumstances and goals for your epoxy garage surface here in Fort Myers.

Costs vary by job. That said, homeowners spend anywhere from $750 to nearly $5,000 when they add epoxy flooring to their garage. Depending on the type of epoxy used, you could be looking at anywhere from $3 to $7 per square foot. Get in touch with our team today to get a quote for your specific project.

Doing an epoxy job on your own can be quite tedious. It involves cleaning every last spec of dirt off out of the garage, achieving the right humidity levels, and getting the timing down perfectly. Instead, you can trust the team at Ascent Epoxy in Fort Myers to get the job done right for you. You will be able to reap all of the benefits of this flooring type without the headache.

Cleaning the new flooring in your garage is easy. A small amount of ammonia mixed with water is perfect for removing stains. The correct ratio is approximately four ounces of ammonia per gallon of water. Be sure to clean your microfiber mop head frequently during the process. Otherwise, regular sweeping and mopping should be all you need to keep your epoxy looking new. You will want to avoid vinegar or citrus-based cleaners that can eat away at the finish of your floor over time.

We understand that safety is a priority for any home or business owner. Of course, any surface can become slippery when wet. That said, epoxy floor coatings are actually formulated to resist slip. You can also have a slip-resistant grip added for extra peace of mind in your garage, and our team will be happy to discuss the different options for ensuring everyone's safety on your new floor.

Latex garage paints will not last nearly as long as epoxy. In fact, you will likely be repainting your garage every couple of years if you see a regular foot and vehicle traffic. While paint may be an adequate short-term solution, epoxy is the clear winner for long-term happiness in the garage.

Epoxy paint is a latex acrylic product that has some epoxy mixed in. There are both solvent-based and water-based options on the market, either of which will work for your garage. Solvent-based is popular due to the many colors and patterns you can get, while water-based does not have an overpowering odor, making it more appealing for use in the home.

You can go back to enjoying your garage in as little as a day when you choose Ascent Epoxy Fort Myers. While many factors determine the overall installation time, it typically does not take more than 24 hours.

Whether or not you want to hire an outside party to take care of your floorings depends on many things. The average homeowner will find that they can take care of the new flooring in their garage on their own without any problems due to how easy they are to maintain.