Why 1-Day and DIY Garage Floor Paint Can’t Handle Upstate New York Garages

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When it comes to garage floor paint, not all systems are created equal. You may have heard about 1-day polyaspartic coatings or DIY kits promising a quick fix, but if you want a garage floor that actually lasts, there’s one clear winner: full flake, hybrid epoxy and polyaspartic coatings. The First Problem: DIY Garage Floor Paint Skips Real Prep DIY ... Read More

Wondering How an Epoxy Floor Coating Would Look? This Tool Lets You See It in Your Own Garage

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If you’ve been thinking about upgrading your garage or shop floor, Garage Floor Coating of New York has made the decision process easier—and a lot more fun. With the Live Coatings Visualizer, you can upload a photo of your space and instantly preview how different epoxy floor coating styles would look in your home. Step 1: Visualize Your Dream Floor ... Read More

Waterproofing Basements in New York: Prepare Now Before Wet Weather Hits

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In New York, fall weather can be unpredictable—one week brings steady rain, the next brings early snow. For homeowners, that means basements face a high risk of water seepage and damage. Waterproofing basements before winter arrives should be a priority on your seasonal prep list, protecting your home and preserving valuable living space. Step 1: Look for Warning Signs Before ... Read More

Why Concrete Prep Is the Real MVP of a Garage Floor Coating

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Here’s the thing—when people think about a new garage floor coating, they picture that clean, glossy finish at the end. What they don’t usually think about is the step that matters most: the prep. It’s the unsung hero of the whole process. Without it, even the most expensive coating doesn’t stand a chance. With our mix of weather and heavy ... Read More

Garage Flooring That Handles Northeast Weather: What to Look For in a Coating Built to Last

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In Upstate New York, your garage flooring has to deal with the full force of the four seasons. From salt-covered roads in winter to humid summers and sudden temperature swings, the concrete under your car needs more than a surface-level fix. It needs a professional coating system that’s designed to last. Seasonal Stress Requires a True Multi-Layer System At Garage ... Read More

The Smartest Rooms to Upgrade with Epoxy Flooring (Inside Your Home)

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At Garage Floor Coating of New York, homeowners are discovering just how versatile epoxy flooring really is. It’s long been trusted in garages (hence our company name), but it’s also an excellent choice for kitchens, basements, patios, and beyond. If you’re wondering where this high-performance flooring makes the biggest impact, here are the answers to the most common questions we ... Read More

The Anatomy of Real Epoxy Flooring: What Homeowners Should Know

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Not All “Epoxy Flooring” Is Built the Same In Upstate New York, your garage floor has to endure real stress—salt, snowmelt, moisture, and freeze-thaw cycles that test any coating. So when a contractor advertises “epoxy flooring,” it’s natural to assume you’re getting a thick, durable system that incorporates an epoxy at some point! But if that installer offers 1-day turnaround, ... Read More

Polyaspartic Floor Coatings as Base Coats: Your Questions Answered by Experts

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Upstate New York homeowners deal with heavy snow, spring rains, and year-round humidity that can wreak havoc on garage floors. If you’re considering "1-day" polyurea or polyaspartic floor coatings, here’s what industry experts want you to know. Do I Need Moisture Mitigation in Upstate New York? Yes. Snowmelt and rain saturate the ground, and concrete naturally absorbs moisture. Over time, ... Read More

When “Stronger Than Garage Floor Epoxy” Backfires: The Anatomy of a Failed Coating

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Let’s look at how a garage floor coating failure unfolds—and why a professional garage floor epoxy system could prevent it. Picture this: A homeowner in Upstate New York hires a 1-day floor coating company. The promise? “Our product is 4 to 20 times stronger than epoxy!”. The job is done in a day. It looks sharp and glossy, and the price ... Read More

Tough Garage Flooring for Your Workshop: No More Mess

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Up here in Horseheads and across Upstate New York, garages pull double duty year-round. They’re tool sheds, build sites, and car bays—all rolled into one. But when your floor is still bare concrete, every project turns into a bigger mess. Garage flooring from Garage Floor Coating of New York gives you the surface your workshop deserves—strong, clean, and ready for ... Read More