The Misleading Strength Claims Made Against Garage Floor Epoxy

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If you've heard a 1-day coating company in Toledo claim, “Our coatings are 4 to 20 times stronger than epoxy!” you’re not alone—and you’re not getting the full story. At Garage Floor Coating – The Great Lakes, we’ve spent decades installing high-performance garage floor epoxy systems throughout Ohio. And we know exactly how 1-day installers try to bend the truth to ... Read More

Garage Flooring That Powers Your Workshop in Toledo

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In a region where seasons shift fast and home projects never slow down, having a reliable workshop means investing in the right surface. With premium hybrid epoxy and polyaspartic garage flooring from Garage Floor Coating – The Great Lakes, Toledo homeowners can finally build a workspace that’s tough, safe, and easy to maintain—year-round. Garage Flooring That Works as Hard as ... Read More

Polyaspartic Floor Coating with Anti-Skid Protection for Your Garage

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In a place like Toledo—where wet leaves, ice, and snowmelt can all make their way into your garage—slippery floors are a year-round concern. That’s why Garage Floor Coating – The Great Lakes installs every garage floor with a system designed for safety first. We install high-performance, hybrid epoxy and polyaspartic floor coatings. This system doesn’t just look good—it protects your ... Read More

Garage Flooring Warranties: What to Look Out For

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A flawless finish doesn’t mean much if it doesn’t last. In the Toledo area, fluctuating moisture levels and year-round temperature shifts can wreak havoc on garage flooring—and not all warranties are built to handle that. Knowing what’s actually covered can save you serious headaches down the line. The Most Common Garage Flooring Warranty Gaps When comparing contractors, it’s easy to ... Read More

Train Smarter This Spring with Epoxy Flooring in Your Garage

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Spring in Ohio means finally stepping outside after months of indoor living—but you don’t have to leave home to enjoy the weather. With the garage door open and the right floor beneath your feet, your garage becomes the perfect workout space. Garage Floor Coating – The Great Lakes delivers the kind of hybrid polyaspartic and epoxy flooring that turns Toledo ... Read More

Why Garage Floor Epoxy Is the Best Base Coat for Your Garage

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In Toledo, garage flooring needs to do more than look good—it needs to last through freezing winters, rainy springs, and humid summers. That’s why Garage Floor Coating – The Great Lakes uses garage floor epoxy as the base layer in every system. Compared to quick-curing polyurea or polyaspartic base coats, a slow-curing, moisture-mitigating epoxy delivers better adhesion, protection, and durability ... Read More

Spring Rain, Mud, and Pollen: How Garage Flooring Stays Clean

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Spring in Toledo means rainy days, muddy driveways, and thick pollen in the air. If your garage flooring isn’t designed to handle these seasonal challenges, you’ll be stuck sweeping up dirt and dealing with stubborn stains. That’s why Garage Floor Coating - The Great Lakes offers a high-performance, hybrid epoxy/polyaspartic flooring system that makes spring cleaning effortless. The Problem: Toledo’s ... Read More

GFC Polyaspartic Flooring: Your Questions About Hot-Tire Transfer Answered

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Why Is Hot-Tire Transfer an Issue in the Great Lakes Region? Toledo experiences some of the most extreme seasonal changes in the country. From hot, humid summers to freezing, salt-covered roads in the winter, these conditions take a serious toll on garage flooring. Hot-tire transfer is especially problematic here. When hot car tires (tires heat up when driving) sit on ... Read More

Garage Flooring: The Key to an Easier Spring Cleaning Routine

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Spring cleaning in Toledo is about more than just tidying up—it’s about recovering from winter and preparing your home for warmer weather. Your garage plays a crucial role in this process, acting as both a storage hub and a workspace. Garage Floor Coating (GFC) - The Great Lakes' hybrid epoxy and polyaspartic garage flooring doesn’t just make cleaning the garage ... Read More

Garage Floor Coating: Toledo’s Ultimate Winter Battle Plan

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Winter in Toledo means snow, slush, and road salt—and without the right protection, all of it ends up in your garage. Unsealed concrete absorbs moisture, stains from salt, and eventually cracks under the pressure of freeze-thaw cycles. A garage floor coating is your first line of defense, keeping winter messes contained and making cleanup effortless. Shield Your Garage Floor from ... Read More