How to Epoxy Floors like a Pro | Beginner’s DIY Guide

Summary:

• Introduction of a tutorial for creating custom floors over concrete using Stone coats epoxy flooring at a cost-effective rate of three dollars per square foot.
• Suitable for various spaces including homes, garages, shops, storefronts, and commercial areas.

Steps:

• Clean and prepare the surface: Remove old flooring and clear debris, dirt, or oil stains.
• Grind open cracks with a diamond blade hand grinder for filling with floor patch epoxy gel.
• Remove dust, mix the epoxy gel, and fill the cracks and holes using a stiff putty knife.
• Let the floor patch cure for 4-8 hours and then grind the entire concrete surface.
• Apply a thin layer of moisture seal at a rate of one ounce per square foot.
• Use a roller and squeegee for spreading; finish with isopropyl alcohol or a torch to remove bubbles. Let cure for 24 hours.
• On returning, sand the surface to smooth out any imperfections.
• Mix the floor epoxy midcoat and divide into separate cups for different colors.
• Pour out your chosen colors, blend them, and let the epoxy midcoat cure for 1-2 days.
• Apply the final matte finish ultimate top coat, spreading with a roller.
• The top coat is durable against scratches, stains, and chemicals.
• Allow for light foot traffic in 24 hours and full use after 72 hours.
• Encouragement to check out more Stone coats epoxy tutorials.