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Your floors become virtually indestructible. Oil spills wipe up in seconds instead of leaving permanent stains. Heavy equipment rolls across without leaving marks or cracks.
You stop worrying about floor damage every time something drops. The surface stays looking professional for years, not months. Cleaning becomes simple – no more scrubbing stains that won’t budge.
Most importantly, you avoid the headache and expense of frequent floor repairs. One quality epoxy application handles whatever your space throws at it.
Legends Construction LLC brings over 10 years of painting and coating expertise to Berkley, Michigan. We’ve seen what works and what fails in Michigan’s climate conditions.
Our approach is straightforward: do the job right the first time so you don’t need us back for repairs. We’re a family operation – myself and my brother – which means you deal directly with the people doing the work.
We’ve built our reputation in Berkley by focusing on customer satisfaction over quick profits. When your floors still look great years later, that’s when we know we’ve done our job right.
First, we properly prepare your concrete surface. This means cleaning, repairing any cracks, and creating the right texture for adhesion. Poor prep work is why most epoxy jobs fail early.
Next, we apply the base coat using professional-grade epoxy designed for your specific use. Commercial spaces get different formulations than residential garages. We match the product to your actual needs.
Finally, we apply the topcoat and any slip-resistant additives. The entire process typically takes 2-3 days, including cure time. We’ll give you exact timing so you can plan around the work.
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You get complete surface preparation, professional-grade epoxy application, and a coating system designed for your specific traffic and use requirements. We handle everything from initial cleaning to final inspection.
For Berkley businesses, we understand the challenges of automotive fluids, salt exposure, and temperature fluctuations. Your coating system addresses these specific Michigan conditions, not generic solutions.
We also provide realistic maintenance guidance and warranty information upfront. No surprises about what’s covered or what you need to do to maintain your investment.
Quality epoxy floor coating typically lasts 10-15 years in commercial environments when properly applied and maintained. The key factors are surface preparation, product selection, and application technique.
In Berkley’s industrial settings, we’ve seen properly installed epoxy systems handle heavy forklift traffic, chemical spills, and temperature changes for over a decade. Poor installations fail within 2-3 years, usually due to inadequate surface prep or using residential-grade products in commercial spaces.
The longevity depends heavily on your specific use. Warehouse floors with constant heavy equipment need different epoxy formulations than office spaces with light foot traffic.
Epoxy paint is a thin coating that provides basic protection and color but lacks durability for heavy use. Professional epoxy coating systems are much thicker, typically applied in multiple layers for superior protection.
Real epoxy coatings create a chemical bond with properly prepared concrete, forming an integrated surface that won’t peel or chip easily. Epoxy paint sits on top of the concrete and can fail when exposed to chemicals, heavy traffic, or temperature changes.
For commercial applications in Berkley, we only recommend professional coating systems. The upfront cost difference is minor compared to the performance gap and longevity you get with proper epoxy.
Proper concrete preparation involves cleaning, repairing cracks, and creating the right surface profile for adhesion. We start by removing all oils, stains, and existing coatings that could interfere with bonding.
Next, we repair any cracks or surface defects using appropriate concrete repair compounds. The surface then gets mechanically abraded to create the texture needed for proper epoxy adhesion. This step is critical – smooth concrete won’t hold epoxy long-term.
Finally, we remove all dust and debris before application. Poor preparation is the number one reason epoxy coatings fail prematurely. We don’t skip these steps even when time is tight.
Existing paint must be completely removed before applying epoxy coating. Paint creates a barrier that prevents proper bonding between the epoxy and concrete substrate.
We use mechanical methods to strip old paint and coatings down to bare concrete. Chemical strippers can leave residues that interfere with adhesion. This preparation step adds time but ensures your new epoxy coating will perform as expected.
Trying to apply epoxy over paint is a common shortcut that leads to coating failure within months. The epoxy bonds to the paint, not the concrete, and the paint eventually fails under the stress.
Epoxy floors require minimal maintenance compared to other flooring options. Regular sweeping and occasional mopping with mild detergent keeps them looking professional for years.
For commercial spaces, we recommend prompt cleanup of chemical spills and avoiding dragging sharp objects across the surface. Heavy equipment with metal wheels or tracks can damage any floor coating over time.
Annual inspection helps identify any small issues before they become larger problems. Most epoxy maintenance involves simple cleaning rather than repairs or refinishing.
Light foot traffic is typically possible after 24 hours, but full curing takes 7 days for maximum durability and chemical resistance. We provide specific timelines based on temperature, humidity, and your epoxy system.
For commercial operations, we schedule application to minimize business disruption. Weekend installations allow Monday morning reopening for light use. Heavy equipment and chemical exposure should wait the full cure period.
Temperature affects cure times significantly. Cold weather extends curing while warm conditions speed the process. We factor Berkley’s seasonal conditions into our scheduling recommendations.
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