Sure, our custom flake garage floor coatings are gorgeous, but they are also the most durable seal you buy. At Rock Solid Concrete Sealing Systems, we pride ourselves on providing our customers with garage coatings that look stunning and will last for years to come. In this week’s blog, we look at the science of what makes our polymer garage floor and concrete coatings so durable.
Polymer Garage Floor Seal Coating in Kansas City, Overland Park, and Lees Summit
Polymer garage floor coatings (or polyaspartic) are highly durable due to a combination of factors. These include their molecular structure, chemical composition, and the application process. Here are the main reasons why polymer coatings are so durable:
Molecular structure: Polymer coatings consist of long-chain molecules forming strong cross-linked bonds during curing. This interlocking network provides a highly durable surface that resists wear, abrasion, and chemicals.
Chemical resistance: Polymer coatings are formulated to resist chemicals, including oil, gasoline, and other automotive fluids commonly found in garages. This makes them highly suitable for garage floors, as they can withstand exposure to these substances without breaking down or losing their appearance.
Abrasion resistance: Polymer coatings have excellent resistance to abrasion, which is crucial in high-traffic areas like garages. The coatings can withstand the impact of heavy tools, machinery, and vehicles without chipping, peeling, or wearing away.
Adhesion: The application process of polymer coatings typically involves thorough surface preparation, which ensures a strong bond between the coating and the concrete substrate. This strong bond helps the coating withstand heavy loads, impacts, and other forces that could otherwise cause it to fail.
Flexibility: Some polymer coatings, such as polyurethane and polyaspartic, are formulated with a degree of flexibility that allows them to expand and contract with the concrete substrate as temperatures fluctuate. This helps prevent the coating from cracking and delaminating over time.
UV resistance: Many polymer coatings are formulated to resist UV degradation, which means they can maintain their appearance and performance over time, even when exposed to sunlight.
Thickness: Polymer coatings can be applied in multiple layers, resulting in a thicker, more durable surface. This added thickness provides greater protection against wear and tear compared to thinner coatings or uncoated concrete floors.
The durability of polymer garage floor coatings is a result of their molecular structure, chemical resistance, abrasion resistance, strong adhesion to the substrate, flexibility, UV resistance, and thickness. These factors create a long-lasting, low-maintenance surface ideal for garage floors and other high-traffic areas. Call Rock Solid Concrete Sealing Systems for a quote on sealing, protecting, and upgrading your garage floors or concrete surfaces today at (816) 406-5995 or complete the contact form below, and we’ll be in touch!
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