Metallic Epoxy Floor Basement

Are you a do-it-yourself kind of person who’s up for a challenge? Then a DIY epoxy basement floor is the project for you. It’s one way to achieve an attractive concrete floor that’s durable enough to handle the environment of a basement. Fortunately, epoxy is made for this purpose. Its industrial-grade durability makes it ideal for basement and garage flooring. If you’re ready to take on the challenge, read through this article. This is your guide to epoxy coating a basement floor.

Surface Preparation and Cleaning

Cleaning the floor thoroughly is the first step. Clear the basement of any furniture or obstructing items. If there are any stains present on the floor’s surface, take the time to remove them until they are no longer noticeable. Cracks should also be patched up with an epoxy or polyurethane repair agent. Once these flaws are corrected, you can move on to having the floor ground down. This will give the concrete surface some texture to ensure the adhesion of the coating.

Inspecting Moisture Presence

Any form of moisture on the concrete floor should be avoided. This can prove difficult as basements are prone to dampness. Most epoxy flooring failures are a result of moisture so you will have to take the necessary measures to get rid of this. If moisture cannot be removed, it is advisable that you consider another type of coating.

Applying the Primer

After the floor surface is properly prepped for coating, primer application is the next step. It is simply applied the way you apply paint with a roller. Closely follow the instructions on the primer’s label. Let the primer settle for several hours or according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Applying the First Epoxy-Coat

Make sure that your epoxy compound is mixed thoroughly. Then, apply a thin even coat of epoxy with a paint brush. Use a nap brush to evenly spread it out as you go. Once you’ve covered the whole basement floor, you can let the epoxy set. This usually takes five to six hours but follow the manufacturer’s instructions to be sure.

Applying the Second Coat

After the first coat has had enough time to set, a second coat can then be applied. Simply apply the second coat of epoxy as you did the first one. Again, leave it to set and dry. Wait at least 24 hours before you can walk around the basement. Wait at least a week before putting back heavy equipment and other items for storage.

The process of epoxy coating floors can be quite tedious. Most people will opt to have a contractor do this for them. If you agree, consult with your local epoxy flooring contractor. For more information about epoxy floor coatings, visit our homepage.

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