Did you know epoxy flooring isn’t only for garage floors, warehouses, and offices? Epoxy works and looks great on almost any walking surface. This also includes patios!

Patio floors get dirty, messy, and worn down fast. For many, cleaning and repairing patio floors is a tiresome task as much of the dirt and grime seeps deep into the floor. Epoxy flooring, however, is the perfect solution for your patio flooring needs!

Adding epoxy will enhance your floors in your next patio renovation. It improves the look of a patio floor while protecting it from damage. The best part is epoxy floors are easy to clean and maintain.

Are you looking to make your patio resistant to the elements and everyday use? Here’s how a patio renovation can improve the look and durability of your patio!

What’s In a Patio Renovation?

A patio is an outdoor space generally used for recreation, relaxing, or dining. You can find enclosed patios, open patios, and a combination where the patio has a veranda covering the patio area.

The 1 aspect all patios have in common is they are vulnerable to the elements to some degree. When you’re planning a patio renovation, you need to take this into consideration and plan for patio protection. You don’t want to spend a lot of time, energy, and money into a project that won’t last.

The overall design you’re planning for will influence what you’ll need to improve your patio. A few items homeowners include in their patios are:

  • Walkways
  • Railings
  • Landscaping
  • Flowers
  • Awnings
  • A veranda
  • Furniture
  • Decor
  • Paint colors
  • Material type

You can move and store furniture and decor during unpleasant weather. Items such as the walls, railings, and floors which are permanent fixtures and are therefore less easy to protect from the elements. You’ll need to select high-quality and durable materials.

This is a must for improving your patio floor.

The Importance of a Patio Floor

There is a range of patio floors including tile, concrete, natural stone, brick, cobbles, and more. Most of these flooring materials are durable and long-lasting.

The patio floor is the very foundation of any patio. Degrading or subpar patio flooring will negatively affect the rest of your patio. Cracks, holes, and other issues can make using your patio difficult while also posing a danger to the safety of you, your family, or your employees.

Fixing these problems later can become a costly endeavor. By investing in quality patio materials such as tile, concrete, or stone, you’ll end up saving money later.

If you like your current floor, you can still protect it from future damage. An epoxy coating will add new life to your patio floor and add a layer of protection.

What Is an Epoxy Coating?

Epoxy coating, also known as epoxy paint, polymers, or resin, is a thick rigid epoxy-based polymer that covers a surface. It uses a mix of resin and hardener to form a durable layer that’s at least around 2 millimeters thick.

Epoxy coatings start as a liquid. A professional will apply them to a flooring surface where they will chemically change as they cure or harden. During the curing process, the epoxy adheres to the surfaces touching it. Once dried, it becomes incredibly strong and resists chemical degradation.

Epoxy coating sticks to concrete floors better than paints making it a popular choice for coatings and other adhesives.

Epoxy comes in a range of formulas, colors, and designs to fit your patio flooring needs. Some epoxies come with decorative quartz flakes and others come in a shiny metallic color. You don’t need to sacrifice aesthetics for a long-lasting durable patio floor.

How Epoxy Coating Will Protect Your Patio Floor

The primary purpose of an epoxy coating is to protect a floor from damage. Epoxy’s extreme strength helps it withstand cracking from UV light, rain, extreme temperatures, and snow.

Epoxy coatings will protect floors from more than UV light. They also protect floors from heavy items, shock, water, chemicals, and heat.

Do you carry or have heavy items or furniture in your patio? Epoxy is resistant to shock protecting your floor from potential cracks or damage from heavy items.

Those who live in hot climates or have fires on their patios know how extreme heat can damage a floor. Epoxy coating resists most heat up to 200° with higher epoxy grades resisting higher temperatures.

When dried, epoxy forms an impermeable surface that resists water and other chemicals. If you have a pool nearby or use your patio for crafting, epoxy will keep your floor safe.

Many epoxy coating companies will add a 2nd coating to prevent moisture from getting into the concrete. This is most popular in garages and indoor patios. 

Epoxy Coating Considerations

Besides protecting your patio floor, an epoxy coating offers several other great benefits.

A patio renovation can get expensive, especially if you’re starting from scratch or replacing the floor. Most business owners and homeowners don’t want to spend a lot of money on an exterior floor. The good news is quality epoxy is affordable, ranging from $3-$12 per square foot.

Epoxy will save you more money over time as it lasts a long time. Patio flooring without a protective coating will degrade rapidly, resulting in constant maintenance and fixes. Epoxy’s strength prevents it from degrading or becoming easily damaged.

Do you live a busy lifestyle and don’t have time to constantly maintain your home, office building, or yard? Adding epoxy to your patio flooring makes cleaning and general maintenance easy as almost nothing damages or sticks to it.

Many people love the range of colors and styles. You can your drab concrete patio floor into something beautiful by applying a patterned epoxy to the floor. There are colors and textures to match any taste.

Add Epoxy Flooring to Your Patio Renovation

You want the time and investments you make in your patio renovation to last, right? Adding an epoxy coating to your patio floor will ensure it lasts for years without any problems.

For best results, you should always have a professional apply the epoxy to your home or business improvements. Let’s get in touch and start discussing the best epoxy solutions for you!