7 Garage Flooring Myths
The garage is an extension of a home, having it be updated, clean and organized can increase property values and ease of use throughout the changing seasons. Above: A Colorado garage transformed by Custom Garage Solutions.
Thinking about a garage floor upgrade in Colorado? Read these common myths and make the best decision for your situation…
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It’s likely your Colorado garage floor is the original cement full of years of dirt, grime, oil stains and cracks. Cars pull in and out, tools get dropped and years, or decades, of wear and tear can slowly take its toll. When looking to replace and upgrade your garage floor there are a number of options whether you’re aiming to improve the aesthetics, the performance or both. These options include fixing the concrete, painting the cement, installing garage floor tiles or mats or coating with polymers. Some options are just better than others. Here are seven myths about garage flooring:
In two brief days we took the old, stained and filthy concrete floor and made this Colorado garage better than ever imagined, easy to clean and a true extension of the home.
They Are Not Worth It.
Your garage is an extension of your home. When it is unorganized, damaged and dirty it has a negative impact on the rest of your residence. Dirt and winter sludge get tracked in and a poorly functioning garage leads to frustration which no one needs. In a quick 2-day process you can eliminate all of these issues. Often, homeowners do not realize how much something needs to be updated until they make the change. An updated garage in an investment that extends your home, lifts your property’s resale value and adds ease to your life - in our opinion, definitely worth it!
All Floor Coatings Can Withstand Colorado Weather.
Colorado is one of the most beautiful states in the nation but the seasons and extreme weather can play havoc on our homes. 300+ days of our wonderful sunshine each year at high altitude can also wear away and “yellow” many epoxy coatings. Our signature service, CGS polyaspartic Flooring, is moisture and UV-resistant making it the perfect match to the heat in summer and to the snow the winter brings. One of the biggest benefits of a CGS Floor System is the ease of maintenance that comes with them. The polyaspartic coats adhere better and thus offer more protection against chipping, peeling, and delamination. See the simple routine to keep a CGS polyaspartic floor system clean.
Professionally Installed Floors Take Too Long.
From start to finish installation of CGS Flooring takes 2 days - there are very few home improvements that take less time. The preparation of your concrete floor plays a big role in the durability and longevity of your coated floor. We start by giving your floor a clean slate. We will repair your garage floors by sealing cracks and imperfections, leveling the concrete and fully prepping the surface using an industrial grinder into every corner and crevice of your garage. See our step-by-step process and how quickly we can transform a Colorado Garage.
Epoxy Kits Are The Same As Professional Floors.
Epoxy coatings have become popular over the last couple of decades because of the shiny new look they provide. But while less expensive (not by much) than a CGS polyaspartic finish, they are not as durable and not UV-resistant which means that the color and finish will lessen over time. Read 7 benefits of polyaspartic vs epoxy for garage floor coatings.
Paint Makes a New Floor.
While painting the cement can immediately help improve the look of your floor, none will have the long-term durability or the “wow” factor that a polymer can provide. Even your most durable or “professional” paint can not hold up to the use the Colorado garage endures. You will see wear almost immediately when you choose to paint your garage floor and this wear only increases with time. It won’t be long until the floor by the garage door is a completely different color than the painted floor near the back of the garage.
Professionally Installed Floors Are Too Expensive.
There is a reason the saying “you get what you pay for” exists. There are more inexpensive DIY options. However, all of those options are sure to have regular upkeep and may not be addressing the big issues in your floor such as cracks and imperfections. Find a professional who will not just coat your floor and get out the door, but will ensure the foundation of the floor is free of imperfections, cracks and chipping before installing the finishing coats.
You Will Regret it.
The garage is typically the first part of the home you see as you pull in and the last thing you see as you leave. Imagine the peace and satisfaction of having it be clean and organized where everything has a place. Investing in that space can be a big decision, but our customers (including ourselves!) are always eager to tell us just how much of a difference in their home their new garage has made. Our past clients are our biggest advocates because they’ve experienced the difference in their homes after upgrading their garage. We rely on those referrals and their neighbors seeing our work first hand to continue to grow our business. Let us show you how our customer-centered approach and quality work can transform your garage to be more than you ever imagined. Read more from our growing list of satisfied customers.
If you are curious about upgrading the flooring in your Colorado home, commercial space or anywhere else, you can learn more about our Custom Garage Solutions Floor Systems, cabinets and shelving or other custom upgrades that we can provide.
You can also request a free estimate here. We’d love to work with you anywhere in the Denver area!
Cabinets, Work Bench, Slatwall and Overhead Storage Racks, shown as installed by Custom Garage Solutions are terrific ways to add storage and style to a garage.
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