Epoxy Garage Floors | The "Saddle" Project

Business has really been good lately for Holland Construction Company, your Wichita area epoxy garage floor professional. We did the Mercedes project, a pretty nice little garage floor and shed that really transformed the space. Today I wanted to show you the "Saddle" project.

This project was pretty typical of the residential work we do (we also do commercial epoxy floors - call us for more information). The homeowner lived in Wichita, Kansas and wanted their garage floor transformed into a clean, great looking epoxy garage floor - so we helped them out.

Unlike the last project discussed, this one did not need much preparation before laying on the product. It was new construction, so there was no concrete sealer that needed to be removed. Additionally, the garage was well insulated, making drying the epoxy much easier (it usually needs to be above 50 degrees for the epoxy to dry in a reasonable amount of time - otherwise an accelerator has to be applied). This project, other than not needing the the preparation work, went pretty much like the last job. And like before, the end result was excellent, and Holland Construction had another satisfied company.

I included an after picture on this one because the before pictures didn't turn out (I'm an epoxy garage floor painter not a photographer!). I'll try to do better in the future. And remember, if you are in the Wichita area call Holland Construction for all your painting needs.

Epoxy Garage Floors | The "Mercedes" House

Last week the team at Holland Painting located out of Wichita Kansas finished an epoxy garage floor job I like to refer to as the Mercedes House (the owners had a Mercedes). I figured since I have this blog I'd write about it.

The Mercedes House Project consisted of applying epoxy covering to three buildings in Rose Hill Kansas (a suburb of Wichita): an 825 square foot garage; a 525 square foot attachment to the garage; and a 600 square foot work shop area. This is a picture of the big part of the garage before we got to work. You can see the garage floor had been through some wear and tear. It was approximately 20 years old and showed the typical signs of aging. The homeowners wanted to freshen up the floors and bring them up to date, so they hired us. This ended up being a three day job, and it turned out excellent.

Epoxy Garage Floor Covering - Day 1

Day one usually consists of getting the floor free and clear of any thing that may have soaked in and getting any concrete sealers previously applied. In this case we started with an orange citrus seal remover, which was applied directly to the floor and sat for 45 minutes. Once the concrete seal remover had a chance to work its way into the concrete sealer we removed it. Any remaining sealer was removed with a surface diamond grind. Once the garage floor was clean and free of previous sealers Holland Painting filled in any concrete cracks with crack filler and allowed it to cure over night. On day two the floors would be ready for the epoxy garage floor covering.

Epoxy Garage Floor Coating - Day 2

Day two began with a moisture test to determine the correct type of epoxy to be applied to the garage floor. If you didn't know, the wrong kind of epoxy applied can result in a bad floor, increasing the cost and effort to get this great floor. The test suggested a two part epoxy base with 1/4 inch granite flakes would be best (the homeowners picked the color - there are numerous ones to choose from). Once the epoxy coat was applied it takes about 24 hours to cure. That's it for day two!

Epoxy Garage Floor - Day 3

Day three was the final day of this project (not bad for almost 2000 square feet of floor!). The epoxy base was nice and cured, so after sweeping up any excess flakes (the flakes give it the "granite" look) the next step is the application of a two part clear Polyurea. This provides that durability and easy clean up that is essential for any garage floor. And that was it. By the morning of day four the garage floors were as good as new and were ready to use.

You can see from the picture here that the difference is dramatic. And the great thing is, this floor not only looks one hundred times better than it did, it actually functions better as a garage floor. The epoxy is heat resistant and doesn't have the porousness of concrete. Pretty much anything can just be washed right off.

So remember, if you want an epoxy garage floor in the Wichita Kansas area, including Derby, Rose Hill, Andover, Maize, Mulvane, Goddard, Valley Center, or anywhere else, call Holland Painting at 316-644-2060 or email at Holland.Construction.Info@gmail.com for a free estimate. Ensure your garage gets that professional look at a reasonble cost with Holland Painting.

Some Great Pictures of Epoxy Floors

Epoxy floor coatings are not always found in garages, as the pictures below show they can really be put anywhere there is a concrete surface. The smooth finish and clean appearance make epoxy floor paint a great choice anywhere in your home or business.


This is clearly a garage floor that has had epoxy applied to it, and probably by a professional. Note how there are no tire marks or scuffs caused by the tires. If applied correctly these floors are extremely durable. Their easy maintenance also makes them top choices for garages.


This is a great example of what an epoxy floor coating can do to a house or room. It's not just that it cleans it up, but it also gives it an air of elegance. I think the picture below this really shows that well.


This picture really speaks for itself. It really is a gorgeous floor, and it is the floor that makes the room. You take this furniture and put it in a carpeted room and it just looks okay. In a room with an epoxy floor, however, it becomes transformed.


This again just goes to show how epoxy floor paint can really transform a room. Imagine what this would look like if it were just concrete. With the epoxy down it really pops.

When thinking about renovating your home, take some time to consider epoxy products. As these pictures show, they really can transform your space and completely change it.

Epoxy Flooring | Finding the Right Professional

Choosing the Right Epoxy Floor Installer is Critical to Great Results

So you've made the decision to take the plunge and install an epoxy floor in your garage or basement, now what? As you might expect, there are two general options to choose from: (1) installing the epoxy floor yourself (the do-it yourself route); or (2) hiring a professional experienced in epoxy floor coating. Several factors will probably go into this decision, the most important of which is probably price. But if you choose to hire a epoxy floor coating professional there are some things you might want to consider to make as sure as possible that the results are satisfactory.

First Find Experienced Epoxy Floor Professionals

Although putting these floors in is relatively straightforward, as with any home improvement project, there are intricacies that can only be learned through the experience of previous floor coatings. So the first step is to find professionals in your area with experience. It shouldn't be difficult - the internet is a great place to start. For example, in Kansas, several epoxy floor coating specialists exist. And even further drilling down, in Wichita, Kansas there are pros ready to help (Kyle Holland Construction of Wichita Kansas prides itself on being the best epoxy floor professional in Kansas, however).

Second Call the Pros and Before Talking About Price ask for References or Photos of Past Projects

What better way to see how good someone is at their craft than to look at their previous work and talk to their previous customers. Kyle Holland Construction prides itself not only on providing a great work product, but also providing great customer service. Because of that, several references and examples of quality epoxy garage floor projects exist.

Finally Get Several Estimates for Your Epoxy Floor Project

Have the epoxy flooring professional visit your project site and take a look at what is required. Take the time to ask them all the questions you have, even if you think they are difficult questions. Also take the time at this point to size up each of the professionals you interview (you should be getting multiple bids). Do they sound like they know what they are talking about? Are they demonstrating the kind of customer service qualities you expect from a professional service person?

When you do finally choose someone, remember this: you are not just buying an epoxy floor product. You can do that anywhere and eventually find it at the cheapest price. What you are buying is professional epoxy floor installation knowledge and the comfort of knowing it will be done right the first time. Just like anything, exceptional service often demands higher prices, even if slightly so. Ask yourself if saving a couple hundred bucks is worth getting a great epoxy floor professional or a mediocre one.

Remember to follow these steps after deciding to get an epoxy garage floor to increase the likelihood of a great epoxy floor paint experience.

Epoxy Garage Floors | Who Gets Em?

I'm sure if you've heard of epoxy garage floors (or some other garage floor ideas for that matter) and stumbled to this site you might be asking yourself, "who gets these?"

Truth be told not many people around have finished of their garage floors with this treatment. Generally, if someone is trying to promote something, and you haven't heard or seen much about it, your first thought is that it must not be that successful or that the product must not be that good.

But don't forget the third option, which I think holds true here. At some point every product, every service, every business had to start from scratch. Wal-Mart started out as a little mom and pop store in Arkansas. So did McDonald's. It wasn't until they became well known that their reputation was solidified. I'd like to think epoxy garage floors are in this same category. A great product that is just starting out, is not widely known, but is wonderful to have.

Now, back to the subject, who takes advantage of these home improvement ideas? In my experience, the typical client has a house that they appreciate, that they take care of, and that they want to be spectacular. It is usually a fairly large sized house in a nice neighborhood with a client who wants to continue to increase the value of his house. It is safe to say that garage floors of this nature are traditionally found in high end homes. These floors are like granite counter tops or vaulted ceilings; they tell visitors that they have stepped into a very nice home.

These garage floors can also be found in the homes of car buffs. Both builders of cars and lovers of cars enjoy these floors, although for very different reasons. Car builders, or anyone who works out in the garage, for that matter, enjoy having these floors because they provide a great working space and they are extremely easy to clean. Oil won't stain it, gas won't stain it, and heat won't destroy it. It washes off with a hose and continues to look great day after day.

Car buffs, on the other hand, love epoxy garage floor products because they make their vehicles look that much more special. Imagine the feelings associated with these two scenarios: first, you drive your mint condition corvette into your garage and park it on your concrete garage floor, full of oil stains, dirt, and grime; or, you drive your mint condition corvette into your garage and park it on a piece of granite! Clearly these two scenarios elicit different feelings.

So, if you want to spice up your home, add some value, and feel like a king of a castle, get an epoxy garage floor today. You won't be disappointed.

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Expert Application of the Epoxy Garage Floor Product Ensures a Great Result the First Time.

Whenever I talk to people about the beauty and convenience of epoxy garage floors one of the first questions I get is, "Is this something I could do on my own? I mean, it's kind of like painting on a garage floor, right?"

They have heard me explain the process of putting down the primer, putting down the body coat, applying the flakes, scraping the flakes, and applying the topcoat of polyurea. I'll admit, it sounds like something anyone can do, and with a couple of tries, you probably could get it right.

But my response is always this: "I have a couple of questions I want you to answer, and based on those answers, I'll tell you if you should do it yourself.

First, how valuable is your time? Holland Painting in Wichita, Kansas can do this in one day, and you can have your car in it the next. I can almost guarantee it would take you three, and you don't have the use of your garage for four.

Second, have you ever worked with epoxy or epoxy garage floor products before? If you haven't, chances are something will not be done exactly correct and it will have to be reapplied. With us you are getting experts in epoxy and epoxy garage floors so you can be sure it will be done right the first time.

And finally, do you like having the assurance of a quality company doing a quality job? Holland Painting stands behind its work, specifically its epoxy garage floors, and will do whatever it takes to make sure customers are satisfied. Who are you going to call if you have problem with your floor, if it was applied incorrectly and the tires have melted it away, or if the flakes weren't allowed to dry long enough and they are set incorrectly? With Holland Painting your Wichita epoxy garage floor needs are met and you don't have to put up with any hassle."

Usually after that they get it. They could do it themselves, but you could also paint the exterior of their house, build an addition, put in a pool, or tile their bathroom. But with that level of a project some expertise is an invaluable commodity to have, saving time, money, and hassle down the road. In all my experience with epoxy garage floor installation, I've never had someone tell our company when we are done that they wish they wouldn't have hired us because they could have done it themselves. That right there should be enough to convince you professional help is needed.

Don't be a Horror Story of the Home Improvement Project Gone Wrong.

I've talked with people that have tried to do this themselves. Some have been successful, some have not. But every time there is something they wish they would have known before, something they wish they would have done differently.

Up next, the fruits of our labor - real life examples from real life home owners.

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Epoxy Garage Floors | What Are They?

An epoxy garage floor is simply your standard concrete garage floor that has been treated with an epoxy coating, making it resistant to stains, easy to clean, and great to look at.

Kyle Holland Construction is an expert at installing epoxy garage floors to ensure you the best performance out of your garage floor. As an exclusive provider of the highest quality epoxy garage floor product available, Kyle Holland Construction can ensure that you will be a satisfied customer.

When deciding whether or not you need an epoxy garage floor, you should know that they are not for everyone. This product is not for people who take no pride in the look of their home, who spend no time in their garage, who don't enjoy clean and great looking space in their homes, and who prefer not to impress their friends. This product is for you if you enjoy quality products, if you enjoy quality craftsmanship, if you own a nice car and want to provide that extra pop when showing it off in the garage, and if you spend any time whatsoever in your garage.

Kyle Holland Construction's garage floor epoxy product wicks into the concrete to provide a fantastic bond. It is guaranteed not to peel off under the pressure of hot car tires! The garage floor epoxy process takes a few hours and is made up of several steps.

First, a penetrative primer is put on your garage floor to ensure a fantastic bond with the garage floor epoxy agent. This will dry in about 30 minutes. Second, a body coat is applied and the flakes are applied. Once that has dried any excess flakes are scraped off and the job is almost complete. This process takes about an hour to complete. After scraping, the final step is to apply a topcoat polyurea. The topcoat dries in 2-3 hours if the temperature is above 70 degrees (longer if its colder), and once dry your epoxy garage floor is complete!

Once finished it will look immensely better than that old concrete floor, clean easier, and be more durable. What more could you ask for in a garage floor? You will be the envy of your neighbors and increase the value of your home.

Call Kyle Holland Construction today to get your estimate for a great epoxy garage floor.

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