Do I need to seal a garage floor before painting?

• <div><p>You’ll usually need to prime a garage floor before painting—especially if the floor is unpainted. Garage floors are made from concrete, which is porous and produces dust. The dust can contaminate the paint and cause issues with adherence. </p><p>Primer creates a barrier and gives you a clean surface to work on. It also minimizes absorption to help give you an even, pro-looking paint job. Make sure you choose a primer that’s specifically designed to cover concrete flooring.</p></div>

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Q: Can I use thinset mortar as a floor leveler?

• <div><p>While you shouldn&rsquo;t use thinset mortar on its own as a floor leveler, it can work alongside other products to help level floors. For instance, you could start with a self-leveling compound, let that dry, then apply backer board with thinset mortar to help fully even out the floors ahead of laying tile.</p></div>

Q: How do you fix a badly pitted concrete garage floor?

• <div><p>Mix the resurfacer into a sticky mixture. The consistency should look like mashed potatoes. Use a squeegee to push the resurfacer across the pitted area and smoothen the surface with a cement trowel flush. Make sure you protect any expansion joints with a weather strip. Alternatively, cut out any resurfacer that touched the joint once the mixture begins to harden.</p></div>

Q: How much does epoxy flooring cost?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/epoxy-flooring-costs-advantages-and-installation.htm">Epoxy flooring costs</a> will depend on the size of the floor, the thickness of the epoxy, and any labor costs associated with installation. It costs an average of <b>$2,514</b> to install an epoxy floor, though it can cost as little as <b>$750</b> and up to <b>$5,716 or more</b>.</p></div>

Q: Do I need to seal a garage floor before painting?

• <div><p>You&rsquo;ll usually need to prime a garage floor before painting&mdash;especially if the floor is unpainted. Garage floors are made from concrete, which is porous and produces dust. The dust can contaminate the paint and cause issues with adherence. </p><p>Primer creates a barrier and gives you a clean surface to work on. It also minimizes absorption to help give you an even, pro-looking paint job. Make sure you choose a primer that&rsquo;s specifically designed to cover concrete flooring.</p></div>

Q: How many coats of paint should you put on a garage floor?

• <div><p>Apply two coats of paint to a garage floor after priming for optimal results. The first coat serves as a base layer, providing adhesion and coverage. Allow the first coat to dry thoroughly before applying the second coat, typically after 12 to 24 hours. The second coat ensures even coverage and durability and enhances the floor's appearance. Additionally, applying two coats helps to create a more substantial barrier against stains, chemicals, and wear and tear, resulting in a longer-lasting finish. </p></div>

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Last update on November 24, 2025

Reviewed in November 2025
Allure Interiors handled a complete rehab of my lower living space that suffered some water damage from a sump pump failure. He came in after the water and asbestos remediation and repaired the drywall so that you can’t see the repair. He then proceeded to complete the floor using tile and vinyl...
Allure Interiors
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Reviewed in January 2024
Nick and his team did a great job! We are really happy with the flooring they put in our two bedrooms. We would absolutely recommend them.
Nick Knows Flooring
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Reviewed in May 2022
Chuck and his team perform great customer service! Chuck met with me and my wife to help us pick out the right flooring. We couldn't initially find the right style and material. Chuck found another product that was perfect for us and he did it all within a day of his first presentation. The...
OM FLOORING, INC.
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Reviewed in September 2013
Lyle worked with us to make sure we had the floor we wanted.
S&W Wood Floors
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Reviewed in August 2013
Called for a price for air duct cleaning for a 825 sq ft single floor apartment. Was told they didn't care the if the size was a single floor be it 825 or 1800 sq ft. Their price was $399.00. Green T would charge less than $100.00 but, won't come this far. Shows what no competition will do...
EZ-AIR INC
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Reviewed in May 2013
We prompt, professional, and informative. We had they installer comeback and replace some outlets and reroute some electrical so we could install a heater in the garage. The installer didnt and quot;padand quot; the time spent on the installation. Very Happy.
Masters Brothers
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Reviewed in February 2013
Our garage door cables went off the pulley at about 5pm on a Friday night. We called Spiro, thanks to the reviews on here, and he was here in 20 min to fix! Not only was he fast getting here, but he corrected the problem quickly and charged us a very reasonable price!! Def will recommend to...
Spero Door Service
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Reviewed in June 2008
Then the flooring contractor recommended that the priming only be done prior to the hardwood flooring because of humdity issues. Scheduled priming with Brian. The day before he was to come out and prime he called me to get the color scheme of each room stating that if they prime in the final...
THE WALL STORE
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Reviewed in March 2008
Showed up on time and was very knowledageable about the required repair. I would use again and recommend to anyone in need of any type of garage door service.
Lighthouse Garage Door
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