Thread: Garage Flooring
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      02-09-2012, 12:47 PM   #7
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Originally Posted by raceyBMW View Post
I would probably say epoxy is the best option, and the one I would do. Problem with tile, especially in the Denver area, is that the concrete garage floors tend to move around and settle/heave, which will break tiles.

I'm sure there are methods out there to strip the old paint off of concrete, probably pretty noxious, but a respirator will take care of that. Definitely can add silica/sand to the epoxy during placement to give it some roughness so it isn't so slick.
We have a similar issue in Colorado Springs with expansive soils, although we have been very lucky at our house (knock on wood).

And I have done some investigating on the methods to strip off old paint - there are mixed opinions on whether you grind it off (lots of dust, expensive pads made with diamond, etc) or use a chemical (noxious fumes as you mention, may not work as well, etc).

I joked with my wife that I should just carpet the garage

-Rich
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