Transforming a Damaged Garage into a Seamless, Durable Space
How Expert Repair and a 1/4" Tuxedo Flake System Restored This 435 Square Foot Floor
A cracked, stained garage floor can make an entire home feel older than it is. When damage becomes too severe for quick fixes or DIY coatings, the best solution is a full professional restoration that permanently eliminates cracks, stains, and surface deterioration. This 435 square foot garage in North Carolina is a perfect example of how high-quality preparation and premium materials can revive concrete and deliver long-term performance.
A Garage Floor with Major Damage and Structural Issues
Before the transformation, this garage presented multiple challenges that required more than a standard coating:
- Severe oil and chemical staining
- A major settlement crack running in four different directions
- Uneven concrete due to shifting over time
- Visible patchwork from previous homeowner repairs
Left untreated, these problems would continue to spread and make the floor increasingly difficult to maintain. Settlement cracks, in particular, are a sign that the concrete has moved or separated, and cheap patch materials rarely hold up under vehicle weight or temperature changes. The homeowner needed a lasting solution, not a temporary cover-up.
Professional Concrete Repair for Long-Term Durability
The first step in any successful garage floor coating project is proper surface preparation. For this installation, the team performed extensive crack repair and grinding to ensure the floor would be structurally sound and perfectly level before applying any coatings.
Our repair process included:
- Cutting out the failed settlement crack
- Rebuilding the affected joints with industrial-grade materials
- Mechanically grinding the entire surface to open the pores of the concrete
- Removing contaminants like oil, grease, and old sealers
- Smoothing transitions and leveling uneven areas
By addressing the root of the damage rather than covering it up, we ensured the finished surface would remain seamless and stable for years to come.
A Premium Coating System Built for Strength, Shine, and Longevity
Once the garage floor was fully repaired and prepped, we applied a high-performance coating system designed for residential and light commercial use.
The finished system included:
- A full broadcast of 1/4 inch Tuxedo flake for color, texture, and slip resistance
- Two coats of polyaspartic topcoat for exceptional durability and UV stability
- A seamless finish with no evidence of the previous settlement crack
Polyaspartic topcoats are known for their superior impact resistance, chemical resistance, and fast cure times. This floor was fully installed in one day and ready for foot traffic in just a few hours, making it an efficient upgrade with long-lasting protection.
The Result: A Seamless, Modern Garage Floor Built to Last
Today, the garage looks completely transformed. The once-damaged concrete is now a sleek, durable surface with a clean gray-white-black Tuxedo flake blend that complements any home style. Most importantly, there is no visible trace of the multi-direction settlement crack.
Homeowners gain:
- A brighter, more functional garage
- A surface that is easy to clean and maintain
- Added value and curb appeal
- Protection against future cracking or staining
Ready to Transform Your Garage?
If your garage floor has cracks, stains, or uneven concrete, you don’t have to live with it. Contact United Floor Coatings for a free estimate and see how our professional prep work and premium coating systems can restore your space completely. Your garage can look new again — and stay that way for decades.
