In the Inland Northwest, your garage flooring has to endure a lot: snowy winters, muddy springs, dusty summers. At Garage Floor Coating Inland NW, we install industrial-grade coatings designed to handle it all.
But even the toughest floors can wear out prematurely if they’re not cared for properly. Here are the top mistakes to avoid.
Mistake #1: Letting Road Grit and Snow Melt Build Up
It’s easy to overlook dirt and moisture buildup in winter, especially when snow and road salt are part of your daily routine. But over time, these materials can dull your floor’s finish.
What to Do Instead: Regular sweeping or blowing helps remove debris before it becomes embedded. Follow with a mop using warm water and 1 oz of Wash & Wax automotive cleaner per gallon. No rinsing needed. A microfiber dust mop afterward helps restore that just-installed shine.
Mistake #2: Using the Wrong Cleaners
Harsh soaps, degreasers, and household detergents can break down the topcoat or leave behind a cloudy film that dulls the look of your floor.
What to Do Instead: Use only auto-specific products formulated for sealed surfaces. For sticky residues like gum or tar, a light spray of WD-40 followed by a quick wipe does the trick. These floors are spill-proof, stain-resistant, and moisture-resistant, they just need a little care.
Mistake #3: Letting Spills Sit Too Long
Even though your garage flooring is designed to resist damage, ignoring motor oil, fertilizer, or drips from heavy equipment can leave buildup and discoloration over time.
What to Do Instead: Clean up spills promptly—oil, beverages, mud, or even transmission fluid. Our coatings are tough on spills, easy on maintenance, but fast cleanup helps preserve appearance and performance.
Mistake #4: Settling for 1-Day Floor Systems
Many 1-day systems skip a true moisture-mitigation layer, leaving floors vulnerable to peeling (delamination), especially in regions with seasonal moisture like the Inland NW.
What to Do Instead: We install a 2-day system with a 100%-solids epoxy vapor barrier, decorative chip layer, and dual polyaspartic topcoats. With proper maintenance, it lasts 20 years or more, and it’s backed by a real warranty against peeling due to moisture-related issues.
Want Garage Flooring That Lasts? Avoid These Mistakes
Maintaining your garage flooring doesn’t take much, just a smart approach and the right system. Contact Garage Floor Coating Inland NW today to schedule your free estimate and keep your floors stress-free for decades.