One-Day Concrete Coating Companies Are Failing Across New Jersey. Why?
Our crew hears the story all-too often. A homeowner pays for a one-day garage floor makeover. The floor looks flawless at first. A year or even months later, it’s bubbling, peeling, or coming up in chunks.
The culprit? In many cases, the installer skipped moisture mitigation entirely.
Do you offer a warranty against hydrostatic pressure?
Yes, we do. At GarageFloorCoating.com, we offer a lifetime warranty that includes protection against hydrostatic pressure and all other moisture-related issues—something most “1-day” coating companies specifically exclude.
Hydrostatic pressure, which occurs when moisture vapor pushes up through the concrete slab, is one of the leading causes of coating failure. That’s why we never skip moisture testing and always apply a moisture-mitigating epoxy primer as the foundation of every system. This critical step ensures proper adhesion and long-term durability—even in high-moisture environments like residential garages.
Our coatings are built to last, and our warranty backs it up.
Why Should I Mitigate Moisture?
New Jersey weather is unpredictable. We’ve got humid summers, damp winters, and plenty of freeze-thaw cycles. That moisture doesn’t just sit on top of your slab. It moves upward through the concrete.
If a contractor rolls on a polyaspartic or polyurea coating without first applying a moisture-mitigating epoxy primer, they’re creating a moisture trap. Fast-set topcoats like these don’t sink deep into the slab, so vapor has nowhere to go.
The result: separation, blistering, or complete delamination. Ouch.
What the Big Names in Coatings Say
ArmorPoxy and VersaFlex actually make these topcoat products, and they’re as clear as day about it: these are topcoats, they’re not meant to be primers.
They’re not alone in that line of thinking. Leading manufacturers like General Polymers (Sherwin-Williams), Corotech (Benjamin Moore), Sika, Tnemec, BASF, Euclid Chemical, Stonhard (Division of RPM), and Eco-CorFlex Industrial Polymers — they all recommend the same simple two procedures:
First: Test the slab for moisture every time.
Second: Use a 100% solids moisture vapor barrier epoxy primer before adding a polyaspartic or polyurea top layer.
The Standards That Back It Up
ASTM International, the American Concrete Institute (ACI), the International Concrete Repair Institute (ICRI), and AMPP (formerly SSPC and NACE) all outline moisture testing, correct surface prep, and epoxy vapor barriers as part of best practices. ASTM F3010 is the go-to standard for controlling vapor under resinous coatings.
Ignore it, and you risk instant warranty voids.
Do you offer color and design customization?
At GarageFloorCoating.com, we offer extensive color and design customization to match your style, space, and vision.
Choose from a wide range of flake blends, metallics, solid colors, and our exclusive Mica Stone blends, a proprietary option only available through GarageFloorCoating.com. Whether you’re looking for something subtle and classic or bold and modern, our customizable design options let you create a floor that’s uniquely yours.
Our goal isn’t just durability; it’s delivering a floor that looks as stunning as it performs.
How does diamond grinding improve coating adhesion?
We use 800 lbs Lavina diamond grinding equipment to properly prepare the concrete surface and ensure long-term adhesion of our multi-layer coating systems.
This process is critical because:
✅ It creates an ideal surface profile – Diamond grinding removes the smooth surface layer of concrete typically called the “Cream Layer” not only does it produce a textured finish (profile), by removing this natural protective concrete layer it
At GarageFloorCoating.com, proper surface preparation isn’t an afterthought—it’s the foundation of a beautiful, long-lasting floor.
How does GarageFloorCoating.com handle cracks in the concrete?
At GarageFloorCoating.com, our crack repair system goes far beyond cosmetic patching, it’s engineered for permanent structural reinforcement.
While most companies (especially “one-day” installers) use fast-setting fillers that shrink, crack, or fail over time, we take a comprehensive and advanced approach:
✅ Deep-penetrating, moisture mitigating repair materials – We use high-performance moisture mitigating urethane epoxy hybrid-based menders that chemically bond to the concrete permanently and prevent cracks from reappearing beneath the coating.
✅ Crack stitching with carbon fiber – For structural or recurring cracks, we implement a crack stitching repair system. This involves embedding multiple carbon fiber stitches directly into the concrete, dramatically increasing tensile strength and preventing future movement or separation.
✅ Integrated into a full preparation system – Our crack repairs are just one part of a broader surface preparation process that includes diamond grinding, moisture mitigating, and a multi-layer, full-broadcast coating system for unmatched durability.
In short, we don’t just fill cracks—we stabilize them for life, using the same reinforcement techniques found in commercial and industrial concrete repair.
When you choose GarageFloorCoating.com, you’re choosing professional-grade repairs, not shortcuts.
How long does a full-chip epoxy garage floor coating last?
At GarageFloorCoating.com, our full-chip Moisture Mitigation Epoxy Polyaspartic floor coating systems are designed for maximum durability and longevity.
When properly installed with our multi-layer, moisture-mitigating system and maintained as recommended, your coating can last 30 years or more. Unlike “one-day” polyurea polyaspartic systems that skip critical moisture mitigation, our industrial-grade coatings include a 100% solids vapor barrier primer, full-broadcast chip application, and 2 100% solids polyaspartic topcoats, thus eliminating the possibility of peeling, staining, hot tire lift, and UV degradation.
In fact, we’re so confident in our systems that we offer a lifetime warranty against any type of peeling (aka delamination) even due to moisture-related issues—something you simply won’t find elsewhere.
Want it to last decades? Then skip the shortcuts. Go full chip. Go GarageFloorCoating.com.
Can garage floor coatings be installed in cold or humid climates?
Yes, at GarageFloorCoating.com, our coating systems are specially engineered to perform in a wide range of environments, including extreme heat, freezing temperatures, and high humidity. No matter the climate, our industrial-grade products deliver long-lasting durability and reliable performance year-round.
We use industrial-grade resins manufactured exclusively by Eco-CorFlex Industrial Polymers, which are formulated to cure properly even in challenging environmental conditions. Whether it’s high humidity or colder temperatures, our experienced installers adjust installation techniques and cure schedules to ensure a proper bond and long-lasting durability.
Unlike many “one-day” coating companies that rely on fast-curing polyaspartics vulnerable to moisture interference, we always start with a moisture-mitigating epoxy primer, allowing our coatings to perform reliably in garages across all regions and seasons.
No shortcuts. No seasonal limitations. Just beautiful, high-performance floors—installed right the first time.
The Fine Print on One-Day Company Warranties
Direct-to-concrete polyaspartic or polyurea coatings can usually only handle 3–4 lbs MVER (Moisture Vapor Emission Rate) per 1,000 sq ft per 24 hours, or around 75–80% RH. But in reality, garage slabs here often exceed those numbers by a wide margin.
Without a moisture barrier epoxy, failure isn’t a gamble — it’s inevitable. So you pull out your handy warranty from installation, and guess what? You’re about to find out that most one-day companies completely exclude moisture-related failures from their coverage. On the rare occasion where moisture coverage is included, it’s limited to such low MVER thresholds that most real-world garages wouldn’t qualify for a claim.
These companies are known to bury it in the fine print so they can shut you down when the inevitable happens.
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We Care About What We Do
We handle garage floor coatings differently: Every slab is moisture-tested before we coat. We apply a moisture vapor barrier epoxy capable of withstanding up to 100% RH and 20 lbs MVER or more. Our warranties include moisture coverage. It doesn’t matter if we’re doing it for a business or a home, an industrial facility or a man cave. The same quality standards apply.
Cutting moisture mitigation might save a contractor a few hours. For you, it can mean paying for the same floor twice. Choose a certified installer who gets it right from the first coat.
