Garage floor paint

[grumper]

I'm not sure if this is really a help related thread or more of a general discussion item. I've just bought a house and before I move anything in to the garage I would like to paint the floor. I've heard that the 2 part epoxy kits are the way to go but I'm open to tips or suggestions.

grumper

[parklane]

If you're just trying to stop oil, grease etc. from getting into the concrete, just get some turpentine and BOILED linseed oil. Mix it 1/2 & 1/2 and apply it to the floor. This will seal the concrete so it will be easier to clean up spills. If you want to make it look fancy with colour, you're on your own.:p:p

John

[grumper]

Thanks John, I'm looking for something that will seal the concrete to stop the spills getting into the concrete. I'm not really worried about making it pretty. I've never heard of your concoction but it sounds like it would double as a wicked laxative :D

[meteor]

The previous owner of our place painted the garage floor with an epoxy paint (don't know what kind) - it looks great but it's a death trap when wet. I've slipped numerous times, almost sending me into the splits.

Also, the paint on the floor peeled from under his tires, it was a streedrod that was always parked in the same spot, sat for long periods of time, winters etc.

Just FYI, most likely depends on the product and application.

[Hammer396]

I used normal concrete paint from Home Hardware, it does come off after a couple years or so...sure brightens up the old garage though...

[..77.]

How ever you decide to paint it , getting it prepped properly first is a biggie ..77.

[sqhd]

I just used "concrete sealer" you can get at any home improvement store. Doesn't color the concrete, just seals it to keep out the oil and grease.

Carl

[grumper]

I think I am just going to go with the sealer. I was told that the epoxy paint doesn't hold up well with the sparks from welding and cutting.

grumper

[dustyrustee]

I think I am just going to go with the sealer. I was told that the epoxy paint doesn't hold up well with the sparks from welding and cutting.

grumper

sealer works great but you have to properly prep the floor first:

1) wash with string mop and very hot water containing T.S.P. (tri-sodium phosphate crystals, available form any paint store) and follow with cold water rinse.

2) then you should etch the floor with a diluted mixture of muriatic acid and cold water with the mop and further rinse with water hose.

3) once fully dry, then apply chosen sealer or paint

check yellow pages under concete supplies and accessories....those guys sell quality industrial sealer.....and muriatic acid as well in 5 gallon container, quite cheap, used to be around 20 bucks...

sealer can be roller applied or sprayed on using pump type garden sprayer

[grumper]

I finished up the floor with the sealer and it turned out well. The floor has a nice mirror finish now :)

grumper

[sqhd]

Remember, that it will need to be redone in about 6 months.

Carl

[1Bad56]

Is it slippery when wet???

[Lono]

I put 2 part epoxy down after etching the concrete.
Looks good but... Brake fluid rips huge holes in it.

If you tinker in your shop... look away from 2 part epoxies.:cool:

[Aero46Chevy]

Lono; Epoxy's are fine but you need to use epoxy that has passed a skydrol test. I know of at least 5 or 6 floors done in epoxy and walnut shell media for non-slip. Two of them are over 10 years old. No problem at all with fluids.