Metallic floor coatings offer property owners a high-end and long-lasting finish. The metallic flooring is opaque, covering any chips, stains, and cracks in the underlying concrete. With the protective topcoat we apply, your floor looks beautiful for many years to come.
In this post, our team at Global Garage Flooring® & Design explains more about metallic floor coatings in Hartford, CT, and why they may suit you.
What Is a Metallic Coat?
This is a unique kind of coating that you apply over your concrete slab. The multi-layered surface has metallic particles that catch the light. The metallic powder continues to move during the curing process, creating a 3-D pearlescent effect, so no two metallic floor coatings are ever the same.
Why Choose Metallic Floor Coatings in Hartford, CT?
These coatings consist of a resinous polyurea compound that is three times as strong as traditional epoxy. Installing these sealants comes with many benefits.
Aesthetics
The metallic colors swirl as the epoxy cures, creating interesting effects. The result is a floor that is vibrant and full of life. Thanks to the movement of the pigment, the color seems to suspend itself in several layers.
Some of the colors we offer include:
- Amethyst island
- Kona silver
- South Beach blue
- Beach glass green
- Pink sands beach
- Sunset red
Speak to our team to find the perfect color or about mixing a custom color. You might choose to mix and match various elements for that unique look.
Durable
The coating is abrasion, stain, and chemical-resistant. It does not lift, flake, or peel and will look as good in five years as it does at installation. In the average garage, metallic floor coatings last 15 years or longer.
High Return on Investment
Spending a little extra on this high-quality material saves you money on maintenance and cleaning supplies. This product has one of the lowest cost-per-use ratios of all flooring materials thanks to its durability and low maintenance requirements.
Easy to Clean
We recommend sweeping or vacuuming your metallic floor coatings every day or every other day. You do not need to use expensive detergents as, much of the time, warm water will do. For more stubborn dirt, you might need to add a pH-neutral cleanser.
Low to No Maintenance
If you care for the floor properly, there is no need to perform regular maintenance. If you accidentally scratch the floor, you can often buff away the scratches with the right polish. For deeper flaws, you can use a patch kit instead.
Customizable
You can choose from multiple colors, additives, and finishing options to create that unique look. We can add quartz particles and flakes or even create flooring that looks like the finest marble.
Antimicrobial material
Our coatings contain an antimicrobial material that helps keep the floor sanitary. In addition, since there are no seams or cracks, germs cannot find places to lurk.
Safety
Do you own a commercial garage? We can install safety zone markings into the floor.
Is your garage a little darker than you would like? A light metallic coating will reflect the available light, making the space brighter.
Stain-Resistant
The new surface can repel water and other liquids, creating an impermeable layer that is easy to clean. The primary advantage is that this prevents stains from setting in the underlying concrete.
Chemical-Resistant
Our coatings are three times as resistant to chemicals as traditional epoxy. Therefore, if oil or other liquids leak out of your car during the night, there is no need to worry about damaging the floor.
It also means that you can say goodbye to spalling due to road salt and other deicing chemicals in winter.
UV-Resistant
One disadvantage of traditional epoxy is that it holds up poorly in direct sunlight. However, our formulations contain UV-protectants, so they won’t fade, discolor, or become brittle if you expose them to UV radiation.
VOC-Compliant and Environmentally Friendly
Our coating contains low levels of volatile organic chemicals (VOCs) and has no BPAs. You will notice that the smell clears very quickly after installation.
Fast Curing Times
Another disadvantage of traditional epoxy is that it can take days or weeks to cure. Our formulation takes hours. The flooring is ready to walk on within a few days and can bear the weight of your vehicle within 24 to 48 hours.
Our Installation Process
Can you install metallic floor coatings yourself? It is possible but not advisable. When you see our process, you’ll understand why DIY results never measure up:
- We speak to you about what your goals are and evaluate the space.
- Our team cleans the floor carefully, filling in chips, cracks, and other imperfections.
- We grind down the floor to remove the grubby top layer and roughen the surface for better adhesion.
- The next step is to apply the primer and let it dry.
- We then apply the polyurea to create a solid, even base.
- While this layer is still wet, we add the colors that help to make that 3D effect.
- Should you want any other decorative effects, we add these now too.
- The last step is to apply the protective top coat.
Contact Us for Your Free Estimate Today!
Global Garage Flooring & Design is one of the leading garage refinishing companies in North America. Contact us today to secure your free estimate for metallic floor coatings. Call us at 860-300-8004 to schedule service in Hartford, CT, and the surrounding areas today!
