How A Granite Garage Floor Can Make Your Life Easier

Homeowners choose to upgrade the garage floor for several reasons. A bare concrete floor is unsightly even without the stains and cracks that are so common in this storage area. The floor in a garage has to be durable enough to withstand the weight of cars and resist stains. If you want a floor that is attractive and strong, you may want to consider how a granite garage floor can work for you.

Despite its name, a granite garage floor is not a slab of granite like a countertop. This type of flooring is actually an industrial-grade epoxy coating that contains flakes that mimic the speckled appearance of granite. A variety of colors and finishes are available to create the look you want for your garage. Whether you plan to use the space to store cars, work on projects, or exercise at home, epoxy coatings are among the best flooring options to consider for your garage floor. 

A granite garage floor offers industrial-strength durability that is low maintenance and easy to clean. You won't have to worry about the surface being damaged by parking heavy vehicles in the garage, dropping tools, or oil or fluids dripping from the car and ruining the finish. The coating is versatile and can be used in any type of weather or climate. The surface of the floor is also nonporous. This means it will repel any water, oil, or other fluid that may spill onto it. The nonporous nature of the floor helps prevent ugly stains. It is important to note that this type of floor can be slippery when it is wet, so use caution when cleaning up spills.

In addition, the epoxy coating is cost effective and the easiest way to resurface a garage floor. It also provides the natural beauty and elegance of authentic granite. Whether you are using the space as a workshop, home gym, or extension of your functional living space, this type of flooring provides an attractive finish that will last for years.

A granite garage floor is less expensive than most other flooring options, costing about $3 to $12 per square foot. The total cost will depend on the products you choose and the size of your garage. You can save up to half of the cost by doing the work yourself. The best way to DIY epoxy garage floors to transform your space is to fully clean, degrease, and power wash the surface before following the manufacturer's directions to apply the epoxy coating.

Once the coating has been applied and allowed to fully dry, you will be ready to use your new garage floor. Cleaning and maintaining the surface is easy. You will need to sweep the floor with a soft broom occasionally to eliminate dust and dirt. Use a low pH cleaner to mop the floor periodically. The frequency that cleaning and mopping will be needed depends on how the space is used and how quickly it gets dirty. For a regular garage, mopping every couple of months is enough.

If you aren't sure about a specific cleaner, you can test it on a small hidden area before using. Although the surface is nonporous and resists staining, it is still important to wipe up spills when the occur. Further, you can protect the surface by using mats or padding under heavy equipment and avoiding dragging large and heavy objects across the surface of the floor.