You know that concrete floor situation you’ve been putting off? The one with stains that won’t come out, cracks that keep getting bigger, and that dusty mess every time you sweep?
Here’s what happens when we’re done. You walk into a space that actually looks intentional. Clean lines, rich color, a surface that shrugs off oil spills and salt stains like they’re nothing. No more apologizing for the state of your garage when neighbors stop by.
The floor we install handles whatever Connecticut throws at it. Freeze-thaw cycles, road salt, hot tires, spilled chemicals – none of it matters anymore. You get a surface that stays looking good without the constant maintenance headache.
We’re veteran-owned and BBB accredited, which matters because we’re not going anywhere. We’ve been handling Connecticut’s brutal climate conditions for years, and we understand exactly what your garage floor is up against.
Our team holds certifications in Polyurea and Polyaspartic coatings – the systems that actually work in New London County’s humidity and temperature swings. While other companies are still pushing basic epoxy that fails in our climate, we’re using technology that bonds deep into your concrete.
Old Mystic homeowners deal with coastal moisture, winter freeze-thaw cycles, and summer humidity that can destroy inferior coatings. We’ve seen too many DIY disasters and cheap contractor failures. That’s why we offer a 15-year residential warranty on our work.
We start by properly preparing your concrete – diamond grinding to open the surface and create the mechanical bond that lasts. Any cracks or spalls get repaired first. This prep work is what separates professional results from the peeling disasters you see from DIY kits.
Next comes our polyurea base system. Unlike surface-level epoxy, this penetrates deep into your concrete, creating a bond from the inside out. It handles moisture vapor transmission – the number one reason garage floor coatings fail in Connecticut’s humid climate.
The polyaspartic topcoat goes on last. UV stable, chemical resistant, and flexible enough to move with your concrete through temperature changes. We complete most installations in a single day, and you can walk on it in 24 hours. Full vehicle traffic in 72 hours.
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Your new floor system includes everything needed to handle Old Mystic’s specific challenges. We’re talking about a coating system engineered for coastal moisture, winter road salt, and the kind of humidity that makes inferior epoxy bubble and peel.
The polyurea base coat bonds chemically with your concrete at the molecular level. It doesn’t just sit on top like paint – it becomes part of the slab. This is critical in Connecticut where ground moisture and temperature fluctuations create pressure that pushes off surface coatings.
Our polyaspartic topcoat provides the durability and appearance you want. It’s available in dozens of colors and finishes, from subtle solid colors to decorative chip systems. More importantly, it maintains its appearance and performance through Connecticut’s four-season punishment. UV stable, so it won’t yellow or fade. Chemical resistant, so automotive fluids won’t stain it.
Our polyurea and polyaspartic system is designed specifically for Connecticut’s climate challenges and carries a 15-year residential warranty. Traditional epoxy typically fails within 2-3 years in our humid conditions because it can’t handle moisture vapor transmission through the concrete.
The key difference is in how the coating bonds. Surface-level epoxy creates a barrier that moisture pushes off from underneath. Our system penetrates deep into the concrete, creating a chemical bond that moves with the slab through temperature changes and moisture cycles.
Connecticut’s freeze-thaw cycles, road salt, and summer humidity are exactly what this system was engineered to handle. We’ve seen our installations perform flawlessly for over a decade in coastal Connecticut conditions.
DIY kits are essentially paint with some texture added. They sit on the surface of your concrete and rely on mechanical adhesion – basically just sticking to whatever’s there. In Connecticut’s climate, that’s a recipe for failure within 12-18 months.
Our professional system starts with diamond grinding to properly prepare the concrete surface. This creates the mechanical profile needed for deep penetration. The polyurea base coat then chemically bonds with your concrete at the molecular level, not just the surface.
The preparation alone takes specialized equipment and expertise that homeowners don’t have access to. We also use commercial-grade materials that aren’t available in retail kits. The result is a floor system that becomes part of your concrete rather than just a coating on top of it.
Yes, but it requires the right materials and expertise. Our polyaspartic systems can be installed in temperatures as low as 35°F, unlike traditional epoxy that needs 60°F minimum. We control the garage environment during installation to ensure proper cure conditions.
Winter installation actually has advantages in Connecticut. Lower humidity levels reduce the risk of moisture-related issues during application. We bring portable heating equipment when needed to maintain optimal temperature conditions throughout the process.
The key is using moisture-tolerant systems that don’t rely on perfect conditions. Our polyurea base coat is specifically formulated to handle the moisture and temperature variations that are inevitable in Connecticut garages during winter months.
Hot tire pickup is one of the most common failure modes for garage floor coatings, but our polyaspartic topcoat is specifically engineered to resist it. The system maintains its bond strength even when heated by hot tires from highway driving.
Traditional epoxy becomes soft when heated, allowing tire rubber to bond with the coating and pull it off when you drive away. Our polyaspartic maintains its hardness and chemical resistance at elevated temperatures, so tires can’t grab onto it.
We’ve tested this extensively with everything from sports cars coming off track days to work trucks with heavy loads. The coating’s flexibility also allows it to expand and contract with temperature changes without losing adhesion to the concrete underneath.
Moisture is the number one enemy of garage floor coatings in coastal Connecticut, so we test every floor before installation using calcium chloride testing to measure moisture vapor transmission rates. If levels are too high, we address the source before applying any coating.
Our polyurea base system is specifically formulated to handle higher moisture levels than traditional epoxy. It actually uses some atmospheric moisture as part of its cure process, rather than being damaged by it. This is critical in Old Mystic’s humid coastal environment.
For severe moisture issues, we can install vapor barriers or use specialized primers that create an additional moisture barrier. The goal is always to create a system that works with your specific conditions rather than fighting against them.
Practically none, which is the whole point. Regular sweeping and occasional mopping with mild detergent is all that’s needed. The non-porous surface doesn’t absorb stains, so spills wipe up easily even if they sit for a while.
Unlike bare concrete that requires sealing every few years, or inferior coatings that need touch-ups and repairs, our system maintains its performance and appearance with minimal effort. The UV-stable topcoat won’t fade or yellow, even in garages with windows.
For maximum longevity, avoid using harsh chemicals or abrasive cleaners, though the coating will handle them if needed. Snow removal equipment, jack stands, and normal garage activities won’t damage the surface. Most of our customers are amazed at how little maintenance is actually required.
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