Why Choose a Polyurea Concrete Coating for Your Garage - Shield Industrial Coatings

September 15, 2022

In 2021 the global industrial floor coatings market reached a value of $4.4 million.

Floor coatings can offer several advantages, improving whatever environment they’re in. There are different types of floor coating on the market, each with different properties. One of the most widely used is polyurea concrete coating which has gained a lot of popularity in recent years.

So what is polyurea concrete coating, and why should you use it for your garage? Keep reading to find out.

What is Polyurea Concrete Coating?

Polyurea is a premium coating product that you can apply to a garage floor, as well as various other settings. It’s applied in the form of a liquid finish that solidifies and protects the concrete below.

When it comes to concrete coating, there are several options available. Polyurea is often the best choice, as it provides a range of benefits. It is also used in a range of applications beyond garage floor coating such as in pools, the oil/gas industry, and the automotive industry.

Durability

A garage floor can be subject to a lot of abuse, so it’s ideal to have a coating that can handle it. Polyurea can protect concrete in a range of ways that will keep your garage floor in a good state. It’s crack and chip-resistant, which can be essential in a garage.

If you’re working with tools or heavy equipment, all it takes is one drop to ruin your floor. With a polyurea-coated floor, you won’t need to worry about heavy impacts causing damage. It’s also resistant to splitting and peeling, which can happen with some types of floor coating.

It’s both chemical and heat resistant, which could be very beneficial in certain environments. Epoxy is another common choice for garage floor coating, but polyurea is significantly stronger. If you want a floor that can take a beating and come out looking brand new, polyurea is the way to go.

Low Maintenance

A garage floor can get dirty very quickly. Fortunately, polyurea coating is incredibly easy to keep clean.

With a professionally installed coating, a seamless finish will be achieved. This ensures the floor won’t harbor things like dust, pet dander, or bacteria.

To clean a polyurea-coated floor, all you’ll need is a mop and a regular cleaning agent. As it’s chemical and moisture resistant, it’s easy to mop up any spills, and you don’t have to worry about them sinking in.

Some floor coatings need to be sealed or waxed 1-2 times a year and may require a complete refurbishment every 2-15 years. With polyurea, there’s no need to seal, wax or recoat. If it’s well taken care of, a polyurea garage floor coating can last as long as the property does.

Safety

One hazard that comes with many floor coatings (or an uncoated concrete floor) is a slippery finish. If a garage gets a lot of use, people can end up slipping quite often, which will probably lead to multiple injuries.

Polyurea has a non-slip finish, which will keep everyone using the area safer. It even provides slip resistance when wet, ensuring it remains safe even if there are any spills or leaks. Having such a coating on your concrete floor will also ensure you remain in line with OSHA regulations.

Quick Curing

Depending on your current situation, you may not want to stop using your garage for long. With some coatings, this can be an issue, as they may take a long time to cure. During this time, you won’t be able to touch your garage floor at all or you’ll risk compromising the coating.

Epoxy coatings, for example, may take up to 7 days to fully cure. Polyurea, on the other hand, can often fully cure in around 24 hours.

Six extra days of downtime with an epoxy floor may not be an issue for everyone, but for many, it’s a huge inconvenience. If you work out of your garage, this could cause business issues, making it more of a hassle than it’s worth. Bubbles can also form in the curing stage, and the less time the coating spends curing, the fewer bubbles will develop.

Appearance

Polyurea coating is used for a range of different applications beyond garage floors. Another common use is for patios and other outdoor structures. It’s perfect for such environments as it’s resistant to ultraviolet rays.

When exposed to the sun, many surfaces will fade and lose color with time. With its UV resistance, polyurea will maintain its original look in such conditions. While this is a more important factor for outdoor applications, it’s still a benefit for indoor use such as a garage floor.

Over the years, a garage floor may start to lose its color. Polyurea floor coating is available in a range of colors, so you can choose whatever color you want, and you won’t have to worry about it fading.

It’s worth noting that the chemical and heat resistance of polyurea will also help it maintain its appearance. In the same conditions, another type of coating could easily end up with stains, burns marks, or other visual imperfections.

Your Garage Floor Coating

Of all the options there are for garage floor protection, polyurea concrete coating is one of the best available. It’s incredibly durable, long-lasting, safe, and easy to maintain. You’re also free to choose whatever color you want for your floor coating.

Shield Industrial Coatings is a leading supplier of polyurea in the US. Our products offer unbeatable protection and can be shipped out immediately. If you have any questions about what we offer, click here to contact us today.

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