Understanding Epoxy Flooring: What’s Best for Your St. Louis Garage or Basement?
When you start researching epoxy flooring, you’ll quickly encounter terms like “high-solids epoxy”, “polyaspartic”, and “100% solids”. It may sound technical, but understanding these differences can help you make a more informed decision about what’s right for your St. Louis garage or basement.
Regular Epoxy: The Traditional Option
Standard epoxy coatings—the kind typically found in retail kits—contain 40-60% epoxy resin, with the rest being water or solvents. As these carriers evaporate, you’re left with a thinner coating.
Pros: Works fine for light-duty applications.
Cons: More prone to hot tire pickup, chemical damage, and wear over time.
Cure times for regular epoxy are moderate: usually 24 hours before you can walk on it, and a few days before parking vehicles. It’s the most budget-friendly option, but it often provides the shortest lifespan in high-traffic residential garages.
