Don’t Mistake Marketing for Real Epoxy Flooring

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Why 1-Day Systems Fail to Deliver True Epoxy Flooring In the Great Lakes region, garage floors take a beating. Between snow, salt, humidity, and heat, homeowners need a real solution—not clever marketing. Unfortunately, many 1-day companies in the Toledo area are selling polyaspartic-only coatings under the name “epoxy flooring.” At Garage Floor Coating – The Great Lakes, we don’t play ... 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

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

Why 100%-solids Garage Floor Epoxy Is Essential

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In Northwest Ohio, your garage floor sees it all—freezing winters, humid summers, and heavy water runoff from snow and rain. Concrete in this climate constantly expands and contracts, and if your floor coating can’t keep up, it will fail. That’s why Garage Floor Coating – The Great Lakes uses a premium garage floor epoxy system built on a 100%-solids foundation. ... 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

Epoxy Flooring: Toledo’s Answer to Moisture-Damaged Floors

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Toledo’s humid summers, rainy seasons, and icy winters mean one thing—moisture is always present. Whether it’s humidity creeping into basements, melting snow in garages, or water exposure in commercial spaces, moisture can lead to cracking, bubbling coatings, and even trip hazards. The best way to keep your floors protected? Epoxy flooring, which seals concrete, prevents moisture damaged floors...it keeps them ... Read More

Concrete Paint in Toledo: Can it Accomplish What Epoxy Flooring Can?

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Most people know that concrete paint and epoxy flooring aren’t the same thing, but when it comes to major decisions for your home or business, understanding the specific differences is key. Although both are cosmetic upgrades for concrete, only one offers the durability, protection, and design flexibility to make a lasting impact. Hence, let’s explore where these coatings are used ... Read More

Toledo Residents Are Waterproofing Basements to Upgrade the Home: Here’s Why

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When it comes to waterproofing basements, the benefits go far beyond just keeping moisture out. In Toledo, where seasonal rain and snow can lead to damp conditions, waterproofing basements protects your home from mold, mildew, radon infiltration, and structural damage. Hence, waterproofing basements to upgrade the home improves indoor air quality and prevents costly repairs down the line. A key component ... Read More