If you’re looking to add a little style and color to your garage, one of the best places to start is with the floor. Standard concrete slab garage floors are functional, but with a little extra effort they can also be attractive and even comfortable.
There are many options for sprucing up a garage floor, and most homeowners have trouble deciding which way to go. An effective way to start thinking about a new garage floor is to divide the choices into two categories: coatings and coverings. There are four good options to consider.
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Coating Options: Paint and Epoxy
Floor coverings can be defined as those finished that are applied in a thin coat with a roller or brush, and which adhere directly to the concrete floor slab. Paint and epoxy are the chief options in this category.
Covering Options: Tile and Mats
Floor coverings are defined as building materials that are set on top of the garage floor, and which can be moved or removed when necessary. There is nothing stopping you from throwing any kind of carpet or other covering on top of your garage floor, but if you want a surface that can stand up to the rigors of routine garage life, a product manufactured specifically for garage floors is necessary. Floor tiles and floor mats are products that fit this description.
Tip
If you live in an area where snow and ice may be on your vehicle when parking in the garage, consider paint or epoxy coating, as tiles and mats are more likely to retain moisture underneath them.
Source: The Spruce
