3 Key Advantages of Using Epoxy Flooring in Bathrooms

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Most homeowners know epoxy as a durable, professional-grade garage floor coating, but its benefits extend far beyond the garage. Across Northwest Ohio, epoxy flooring is gaining traction as one of the most practical and stylish solutions for bathrooms—both residential and commercial. Here are three reasons why this material is becoming a favorite among Great Lakes homeowners. 1. True Moisture Mitigation ... Read More

What Customers Should Expect From a Professional Garage Floor Coating Installation

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For homeowners across the Great Lakes region, a garage floor coating is a practical way to protect concrete from moisture, salt, and heavy use. But the quality of the installation process is just as important as the product itself. At Garage Floor Coating of Toledo, we believe a professional experience makes all the difference. Here’s what customers should expect from ... Read More

3 Mistakes Homeowners Make by Not Waterproofing Basements in the Great Lakes

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Life around the Great Lakes means embracing four seasons of weather—wet falls, snowy winters, and spring thaws. Unfortunately, those same conditions put enormous stress on basements. Too often, homeowners delay or skip waterproofing basements, only to face costly repairs later. Here are three mistakes to avoid if you want to protect your home this fall. Mistake 1: Ignoring the Early ... Read More

Garage Floor Coating: Why Doing It Yourself Doesn’t Work

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A garage floor works hard all year, especially in Toledo. Snowy winters bring heavy road salt, while muggy summers push moisture into the concrete. It’s no surprise many homeowners see a garage floor coating as essential protection. Unfortunately, DIY kits marketed as quick fixes rarely hold up under these conditions. The Reality of DIY Kits A hardware store kit might ... Read More

Garage Floor Coating Myths vs. Reality in Toledo

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Homeowners in Toledo know that garages take a beating—from snowy winters with road salt to humid summers off Lake Erie. A quality garage floor coating can handle it all, but misinformation often leads to premature failure. Let’s separate the myths from the reality. Myth #1: Any Epoxy Coating Will Block Moisture Reality: Concrete is porous and moisture vapor continuously wicks ... Read More

Top 5 Reasons a Garage Floor Coating is a Good Investment in Toledo

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Your garage floor works harder than you might think. It supports heavy vehicles, withstands temperature swings, and takes on spills, dirt, and debris daily. Over time, bare concrete can crack, stain, and become difficult to maintain. For homeowners in the Great Lakes region, a garage floor coating delivers a major upgrade that’s both functional and financially smart. Here’s why. 1: Instant ... Read More

Why Polyaspartic Floor Coatings Alone Won’t Last

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In Toledo and the Great Lakes region, garage floors face constant challenges: high humidity, rain, snowmelt, and wide temperature swings. Unfortunately, many 1-day coating companies skip crucial steps, applying polyurea or polyaspartic floor coatings directly to concrete. Experts across the industry warn this shortcut leads to early coating failure, wasted money, and frustration for homeowners. The Great Lakes Region Demands ... Read More

Skip the DIY Kit: Epoxy Floor Coatings That Actually Last

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Why DIY Epoxy Floor Coatings Fall Apart in Great Lakes Weather Homeowners around Toledo looking to upgrade their garages are often drawn to the ubiquitous DIY kit. But here’s the truth: these kits don’t hold up against Ohio’s weather extremes. Rain, humidity, snow melt—it all takes a toll. Most kits sold at hardware stores are water-based or solvent-based, meaning: They ... Read More

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

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