Which Type of Flooring Works Best in a Garage?
Q: Which type of flooring works best in a garage?
A: If you’re looking to finish your garage to create an extended living area from your existing home, one of the projects you’ll want to tackle is reclaiming the long-lost glory of your garage flooring to make it look more appealing while you’re enjoying the space. Here are some options to get you started:
Epoxy Flooring
Don’t get confused; there’s true epoxy and there’s epoxy paint. True epoxy is not a paint; although its application also uses rollers and brushes within a similar application. True epoxy is different from paint in performance, mode of action, and final finish. Whereas paints rely on evaporation to harden, epoxy relies on a chemical reaction. The final finish of true epoxy is more attractive than – paint and more durable – making it perfect for your garage!
a coat of garage paint
If you’re not up for the challenge of applying epoxy, garage paints can work for you instead. Paints made for your garage are the particular type that is either latex or oil-based. Considering the nature of garage floors, its paints bear non-slip properties and are resistant to solvents and salts, among other chemicals. Garage paints are designed to resist more stress and last longer than ordinary paints. Since there are several types of paints, be sure to pick the ones designed for concrete floors to give you a better finish that should last longer.
Flooring Tiles
Tiles for flooring a garage resemble the standard tiles, except that they’re made of rubber, semi-rigid plastic, or wood composite. The plastic-type is typically made with PVC or polypropylene; however rubber is the best pick for you if you spend more time working in your garage. It’s comfortable to walk on, just like in sport and daycare centers. On the other hand, depending on the intended use of your finished garage space, wood tiles offer a gorgeous finish, if you don’t need as much durability. A quick note that working with tiles would raise your garage floor level slightly, but it’s not usually enough to worry about. Most garage tiles can comfortably handle the weight of cars, SUVs, or even trucks, when installed correctly.
Floor Mats
Floor mats offer a temporary solution for your garage floor. If you’re looking for something simple and easy to work with, you could consider it. They’re available in plastic and rubber and are easy to install without much prior preparation. If your garage floor is prone to oil spillage, you can work with mats; be sure to pick the thick ones and those which can be cleaned - although floor mats also offer the easiest form of replacement as well.
New Garage Doors & Retractable Screens
While revamping your garage floor, you might realize that you need to upgrade your garage door as well. Depending on your needs, you might want to install a smart garage door opener or a retractable screen in your new space as well! That is where Garage Door Canada comes in - we provide solutions perfect for your various garage designs. Contact us today, and we’ll help make your garage revamping adventure a lot more fulfilling!