Choosing garage paint may seem like the easiest way to upgrade your garage floor. But garage floors see so much foot and tire traffic that choosing paint may cause you more stress in the long run. These floors are prone to staining from all types of materials and liquids. Grease, oils, and chemicals will create a hazard as well as make your garage floor look old and grimy.
Garage floor paint does not offer as much protection as the other options of floor coating. If you are wanting to improve the appearance and functionality of your floor, choosing a more durable floor coating will provide a longer-lasting upgrade than garage floor paint.
Why You Shouldn’t Use Garage Floor Paint
If you have been considering garage floor paint, here are some reasons why it may not be the best choice for such a large area of your home. Concrete paint can be cheap but will show its cheapness after only a little while of wear.
1- It Wears Off
The common problem with paint is that it can chip and peel or flake. It will wear off with moisture and traffic over just a short time. While it is possible to seal the paint, it often involves fumes and dangerous chemicals. Within an enclosed space like your garage, it’s dangerous to apply sealants while the doors are closed and there may not be any windows. Garage floor paint can not withstand the consistent traffic and wear of the weather.
2- The Chips Become Dust
The chipping of paint is inevitable and once it does begin to lift, the small pieces of the paint turn into dust. Your garage floor is notorious for being dusty, but adding paint debris can make the garage look dustier than before. While our bodies can handle dust in small quantities, paint materials are not meant to be inhaled. Made with acrylic, inhaling too much paint can cause severe health problems.
3- Draining Your Bank Account
Many residents choose garage floor paint because it is the cheaper option, but with the fast wear time, repainting the garage floor can put a heavy burden on your wallet. Repainting and replacing the coating can add up, month after month. Gallons of paint can seem relatively cheap, but spending around $50 every month is something that isn’t very effective and money-wise.
4- Looks Cheap
The statement, ‘you get what you pay for,’ can apply heavily to garage floor paint. Once you paint the floor, you may think that covering up stains and other flaws in the concrete is the end of the problem. But those problems don’t go away with just one coat of paint. Not only does paint not last, but once it starts to lift or chip it looks cheap. The cheap quality and appearance not only hurt your home value but are more of just a bandaid over the real problem.
5- It’s Difficult To Apply
Applying a coating to your garage floor is no easy task and should be done with attention to detail. Before you begin, you should be taking the time to fill in cracks and holes to make the surface as smooth as possible. Painting over cracks and holes just fills them with paint without a hard and fast solution. Sanding the floor is also a big project and helps before applying paint. Sanding helps the paint adhere to the surface better and get a smooth coat. Having the coating applied by a professional is the best way to ensure that your garage looks clean.
With so many other options available for garage floor coatings, choosing a more solid and durable option can protect your concrete and the health of your family. As good of an idea as the paint may seem, it can be more of a hassle than it is worth. In the biggest area of your home that many people see before they even enter your home, having great quality flooring can give a great first impression
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