What are the Benefits of Garage Flooring?
by Guest Post on Feb 4, 2010
As people upgrade their homes or complete home projects, they are always looking for something else to improve. The latest trend is to spruce up their garage. The garage is slowly becoming more than just a place to store boxes and tools, or toss your recycling until your next trip to the recycling center. It is becoming a central place for activities. I think some of this has to do with the fact that a lot of new homes look roomy from the outside, but are not. They have small rooms, little storage, and restrictive floor space.
Enough for basic living, but not room for extra activities. People are looking for space for do-it-yourself projects, woodworking, play space for the kids, a workout area, or just some space for a bit of peace and quiet. So you don’t want it to just look like a garage with a concrete floor that has been framed. Many people, and often new homes built today, do take the first step of putting up drywall. This makes a big difference in the look of the garage, but the concrete floor still gives it a cold feeling. But you don’t have to settle for a cold concrete floor, there are other options in the form of easy-to-install garage flooring.
Garage flooring serves a couple of purposes. Not only do they make your garage look better by covering up old and cracked floors, but they also protect concrete floors from corrosive materials such as antifreeze, oil, and salt. So even if you are just using your garage to store your car, drywall and garage flooring can increase the value of your home for resale.
Some options to improve your garage floor are to paint or seal it with an epoxy coating. But these are fairly labor intensive and require prep of the floor as well as proper application - primarily for an epoxy coating. But one of the great things about garage flooring is the ease with which it can be installed. Most garage flooring comes as interlocking or as peel and sticks tiles. They can often be laid in just one or two days, and require a minimum of tools. Normally you just need a measuring tape, a utility knife to cut down any tiles that overlap, and a pair of kneepads for comfort. And, you can lay them at any time of the year, you are not controlled by temperature like when you paint or epoxy.
Most tiles are either made of rubber or vinyl, both are durable and work well. They are resistant to cracking, chipping, and peeling and are easy to maintain. You can sweep, vacuum, or hose them down. They are also immune to the adverse effects of grease, oil, battery acid, and other chemicals that can damage a concrete floor. They are designed to withstand the weight of even the heaviest vehicles and securely stay in place.
Many come in a variety of textures and designs, including ribbed, diamond, levant, and coin patterns. Or for a high-end, professional look, you can use checkered tile floorings such as seen in some showrooms and high-end mechanics. This gives you a real custom look, you can checker yellow and black, blue and white, red and gray, etc. What if you have a drain in your garage floor that you need to which you need to maintain access? This is also not a problem. Drain tiles are available that have open grates to allow access to floor drains while maintaining a uniform surface height across the floor.
Garage flooring is a great way to spruce up your garage, increase your home value, and create a more comfortable living space that can be used for a variety of purposes. For a reasonable price and a quick weekend project, you can accomplish much by laying garage flooring.
Popular Articles
Three Places to Spend Money on the Exterior of Your Home
When you have the exterior of your home remodeled, you are investing, time, energy and convenience into the project and you want to make sure that...
90190 Views
Homemade Headboards-Make an Upholstered or Wooden Headboard
Homemade headboards can add a lot of personality to any bedroom. They can be coordinated with existing furniture and room decor or they can be the...
71094 Views
When to Use a Brush, Roller or Sponge Brush
Brushes are a good choice for painting trim and woodwork. They are also useful for cutting in the edges around the top and bottom edges and corners...
70480 Views
Creating a Cottage Kitchen with Bead Board
Kitchen decor can range from modern and bold to elegant and elaborate by using strategic kitchen pieces. One of the most popular decorating trends...
49751 Views
Gas Fireplace Diagnostics and Troubleshooting
Follow these steps for diagnosing and troubleshooting Gas Fireplaces repairs. For the average DIYer, this may seem intimidating, depending on the...
29517 Views
Latest Articles
The Appeal and Longevity of Natural Oil Finishes for Hardwood Floors
Hardwood floors exude warmth, character, and timeless appeal in any home. To preserve and enhance these qualities, choosing the right finish is...
on May 17, 2024
Understanding Indonesia’s Real Estate Investment Laws for Foreigners
Indonesia, with its stunning landscapes, deep-rooted cultural heritage, and renowned hospitality, has emerged as a top destination for foreigners...
on Jan 25, 2024
Real Estate Development in Asian Cities
In many Asian cities, the rapid pace of urban development has led to the decline of historic districts, areas once teeming with cultural richness...
on Jan 25, 2024
Shower Envy: Elevating Your Bathroom with a Stunning Walk-In Shower
Are you tired of the same old routine in your bathroom? It might be time to consider a change, and one way to elevate your bathroom to a new level...
on Jan 22, 2024
Exploring Crowdfunding as an Innovative Approach to Real Estate Investment
The landscape of property selling has been transformed significantly due to the advent of property crowdfunding. This innovative approach,...
on Jan 10, 2024
Featured Articles
What Type of Licensed Contractor Should You Hire?
on Feb 28, 2017
Hire Contractors / Estimates
![What Type of Licensed Contractor Should You Hire? What Type of Licensed Contractor Should You Hire?](http://www.411homerepair.com/diy/uploads/a/admin/construction_47639__e04de.jpg)
Looking for a specialty project? There are many types of contractors available for your home improvement needs. Finding the right type of...
Actions
Top Categories
- Garden / Landscaping / Patio — 263
- Kitchen / Bathrooms — 240
- Real Estate / Finance — 200
- Appliance / Repair — 186
- Interior Design / Decor — 184
- HVAC / Air Conditioning — 147
- Cleaning / Maintenance — 144
- Improvements / Remodeling — 131
- Plumbing / Basements — 118
- Floors / Tile / Hardwood — 116
- Doors / Garages — 113
- Safety / Security — 112
Articles Archive
More DIY Articles
Kelly Clarksons 7 Must-Have Home Essentials
Whether you have recently moved into a new home or need ways to refresh your home, one thing is sure; home essentials are always a good starting...
Choosing the Right Window Blinds for Your Home
In choosing window blinds for your home, you need to consider a lot of things like type, style, and cost. Not only that, but you also need to know...
Choosing Fencing Supplies
You may need a fence around your property for several reasons. You could want to keep trespassers at bay or just feel a need to beautify your...
Dry Carpet Cleaning
Rugs play a very important role in the decorative interior of a home. This textile floor covering not only designs but also gives a feeling of...
How Can I Find a Good Plumber?
Water supply and sewerage are some of the perks of modern civilization that provide people with a comfortable life. In an age when clean water is a...