You’ve probably heard of epoxy floor coatings.  But are they the best fit for you?  The differences in epoxy and polyurea flooring are vast.  Let us give you some information to help decide which garage floor coating is best for you.

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Initially, both products have many similarities.  When properly installed, Epoxy looks almost identical to a Polyurea Coating.  Both offer multiple finishes to choose from.  The separation of the two has to do with their reaction to the elements.

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Epoxy Garage Floor Coatings are a lower cost option for garages.  Epoxy floors will look fantastic at first.  These coatings are often marketed as an easy DIY solution.  Homeowners can install a good lookin floor with minimal experience and tools.

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The main drawback comes in the longevity of the coating.  Epoxy is extremely susceptible to chipping, flaking, peeling, and fading due to its lack of elasticity and temperature change resistance.

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Eventually the sun will fade or yellow your floors.  On average Epoxy Coatings have a short lifespan of 5-10 years.

Polyurea Garage Floor Coatings truly are superior to Epoxy.  Polyurea is 4x stronger and up to 98% more flexible than Epoxy.   It is the flexibility of the material that makes it extremely durable and long-lasting.  Since the coating is flexible, it will not crack or peel.

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Polyurea can be applied in extremely hot or extremely cold temperatures.  Making it the perfect choice for Central Oregon.  The coatings are chemically resistant to salt, gas, oil, and even harsh chemicals.  Polyurea is also more scratch resistant than Epoxy, making it perfect for pet paws.

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Almost all Polyurea projects can be completed in one day.  Compared to Epoxy where you need to wait up to 3 days before use.  Polyurea allows you to walk, drive, and return to full service within 24 hours.  With professional equipment, the installation of polyurea floors is faster, safer, lasts longer, and will not fade.