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

The Mistake Upstate Homeowners Can’t Afford: Skipping Anti-skid Polyaspartic Floor Coatings

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In Upstate New York, garages face it all—heavy snow in the winter, muddy springs, and humid summers. Yet many homeowners mistakenly believe that bare concrete flooring is "strong enough" to handle it. And, coated concrete, if poorly installed, may be slippery when wet. A false sense of security can lead to dangerous slips and falls, putting family members of all ages ... Read More

Built to Last: What Real Garage Flooring Warranties Should Look Like

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If you're upgrading your garage flooring in Upstate New York, don’t just look at the finish—look at the fine print. In a region where freeze-thaw cycles, humidity, and road salt test your floor year-round, a strong warranty is essential. But too many installers offer warranties that skip the most common points of failure. Here’s what sets apart a real, full-coverage ... Read More

Epoxy Flooring: A Garage Gym Transformation for Spring

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In Upstate New York, spring feels like a deep breath after months of snow, slush, and freezing temps. It’s the season for fresh starts—and for many homeowners, that means reclaiming the garage. With the right upgrade, that neglected space can become a functional, open-air workout zone. All it takes is our hybrid polyaspartic and epoxy flooring from Garage Floor Coating ... Read More

Garage Floor Epoxy: The Smart Fix for Coating Failures

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In Upstate New York, your garage floor is up against a lot: snow, salt, freezing temps, and damp spring conditions. And while many homeowners are turning to garage floor coatings for protection, not all systems are built the same. At Garage Floor Coating of New York, we see a common mistake time and again—the use of a polyurea or polyaspartic ... Read More

From Slushy to Spotless: How Garage Flooring Simplifies Spring

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Spring in Upstate New York can feel like a second winter. Snowmelt, rain, and muddy driveways make it nearly impossible to keep the garage clean. The shift in seasons doesn’t just bring warmer weather—it brings a mess that settles into every crack and corner. Without the right garage flooring, the garage becomes the most frustrating space to clean. Before: A ... Read More

GFC Polyaspartic Flooring Fights Hot-Tire Transfer: Your Questions Answered

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What Is Hot-Tire Transfer, and Why Is It a Problem in Upstate New York? Hot-tire transfer (aka "plasticizer migration") begins when vehicle tires heat up from driving. Plasticizers - typically phthalates - in the tires migrate to the tire's surface and leach into the garage floor coating when the car is parked. The plasticizers and road contaminants embed into the ... Read More