COMMERCIAL EPOXY FLOOR SYSTEM FOR LARGER FLOORS
The large format commercial epoxy flooring system provides a seamless, two-layer, high-gloss, high-performance coating solution for factory, warehouse, and institutional floors 1,500 square feet and larger. These coatings resist heavy forklift traffic, chemicals, impacts, and stains while delivering a long-lasting, easy-to-maintain surface suitable for high-volume commercial environments and large residential applications.
WHERE TO USE IT
- Designed and palletized for floors 1,500 square feet or larger.
- Ideal for businesses, institutions, and large residential spaces without color flake finishes.
- Rated for warehouses, meeting halls, parts rooms, food courts, showrooms, maintenance shops, machine shops, repair shops, and hangars.
- Used in U.S. Coast Guard helicopter maintenance hangars.
- For floors under 1,500 square feet, see our small format commercial epoxy package with the same epoxy materials and accessories designed for smaller spaces.
EASY TO ORDER
The ArmorGarage II Commercial System makes it simple to epoxy coat large floors. No forms, no product matching, and no separate purchases. Just calculate your square footage, select your color, and we ship everything needed to do the job right the first time.
Enter your total square footage in the quantity box. We recommend adding a 10% safety factor to account for varying concrete porosity.
Now available in the PLUS VERSION, which includes an extra-thick base coat for added durability. If unsure between the Commercial or Ultra Military System, choose the Plus System.
LOW VOC VERSIONS ARE REQUIRED IN CA, CT, DE, IL, IN, MD, MA, ME, NH, NJ, NY, OH, PA, RI, VA, KY, AND CANADA DUE TO EPA REGULATIONS.
MINIMUM ORDER SIZE: 1,500 SQUARE FEET. CUSTOM COLORS AVAILABLE FOR 10,000 SQUARE FEET AND UP.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
This turnkey epoxy flooring system ships FREE on pallets and includes:
- Floor prep solution and neutralizing powder.
- Two-part 100% solids epoxy base coat (color of your choice).
- Ultra high-wear urethane-fortified topcoat with an 8mg abrasion rating.
- Mixers, mixing buckets, liners, 18" epoxy rollers, heavy-duty frames, and spiked soles.
- Micro-tubular aluminum nonslip additive (far superior to standard grit).
- Easy-to-follow instructions and unlimited free phone and email tech support.
WHY IT’S BETTER
- Forklift and pallet jack rated.
- Deep-penetrating base coat for permanent adhesion.
- High-gloss commercial topcoat that resists abrasion and wear.
- Resistant to chemicals, acids, vehicle fluids, and road salts.
- Stain-resistant, easy-to-clean surface.
- Impact resistant, waterproof, mold and mildew proof.
- Can be applied over existing coatings using our Epoxy Bonding Primer .
NO PRIOR EXPERIENCE NEEDED
Our complete system makes it easy for first-time users to achieve professional results while saving up to 80% over contractor pricing. If you can use a paint roller, you can apply this epoxy floor system.
All images shown are real installations completed by first-time users.
For help with ordering or application, call 866-532-3979, email info@armorgarage.com, or request a quote for volume pricing.
PREPARING YOUR FLOOR FOR EPOXY COATING
Whether you're doing 500 square feet or 50,000 square feet the prep and application process is the same. For very large floors, you most likely should use an industrial diamond grinder with a vacuum attachment. For all other floors acid etching or grinding with the Floor Prep Machine you can rent from Home Depot is fine.
Visist "The How To Prep & Epoxy Paint Your Floor Page" for additional instructions, images, videos and pro tips.
The Fast Dry version allows you to grind, prime and topcoat all in one day when downtime is critical. You will receive primer with a 4:1 mix ratio and pigment packs. Mix the pigment into the large can until color is uniform, then mix approximately 1 gal of primer total of Part A & Part B for each person rolling. Be sure to use measuring containers to maintain the proper mix ratio when using less than full cans. Mix for 2 1/2 minutes on medium speed moving the mixer up, down and all around the sides. Do not mix more than you can apply in 15 minutes when using the fast dry version. Allow 3-4 hrs for primer to dry hard to the touch (should not leave thumb print when pressed into primer) prior to applying topcoat.
DOWNLOAD PRINTABLE INSTRUCTIONS
A great page to read to make sure you get the most longevity out of your new epoxy floor is How To Avoid An Epoxy Coating Failure. Even if you're a professional contractor installing our product for a client please read this page and the How To page, our epoxy is not like the epoxy you've been used to using. This will ensure a successful project for all.
Thjs page will make sure you avoid the most common mistakes people make when doing their floors with an epoxy coating.
We design and package the large format pallet system so that even first timers can get professional looking results.
Watch This Short Animated Video To Get An Idea Of The Installation Process.
FAQ's
Do I have to etch new concrete?
Yes, in fact you need to etch it twice to make sure you burn out all the curing residues and then neutralize with the provided neutralizing powder. It's very important to follow this procedure to get permanent adhesion. You can diamond grind the floor with the Floor Prep Machine from Home Depot or commercial grinder which eliminates the need to acid etch. Just be sure all the dust is off the floor before you begin coating.
Is the Commercial Floor Epoxy slippery?
All our epoxy floor kits come with nonslip additive that is mixed into the final topcoat to provide a slip resistant finish. In fact we use a high tech additive that is micro tubular aluminum that acts like rebar in the coating giving it added durability and slip resistance.
Can I fill in the expansion-contraction saw cuts that were installed in my slab?
Yes you can but we don't recommend it unless your floor is at least 5 years or older. If you fill them in too soon you run the risk of having a crack show up in your brand new high gloss epoxy floor. We like to leave the control joints unfilled. Once you've epoxied the floor the control joints add dimension to the floor making them look like giant slabs of porcelain or granite if you use color flakes. Don't worry about dirt or debris getting stuck in them, once epoxied anything is easily blown out or rinsed out. But if they really bother you then fill them in with our Crack & Joint Filler. For small cracks, holes and divots use the Instant Crack Repair that lets you patch and prime right over it immediately, huge time saver! Please don't use any premixed residential grade products, caulk or silcone based products, they will crack out and ruin your floor.
How much does commercial floor epoxy cost?
For franchise company and contractor installed floors the average costs are between $5.00-$8.00 per square foot. For DIY floors you can get it done for $1.35- $2.00 per square foot and using a better quality product. It pays to do it yourself and is very easy and straight forward to install.
How long will your epoxy floor coatings last?
Although that's like trying to answer how long will a car last type of question. Since it depends on the amount of traffic and type of traffic on the floor. You can count on your ArmorGarage floor lasting and looking good for 15-20 years as opposed to 2-3 years for a typical off the shelf epoxy coating. ArmorGarage is the only garage epoxy guarantee against any effects of wear for 5 years. This means your floor still looks brand new after 5 years and most likely 10-15 years. While off the shelf epoxies wear out in 2-3 years and will have to be diamond grinded off and completely redone. While our floor somewhere between 15 and 20 years will only require a couple of hours work to lightly scuff up the topcoat and simply roll on a new topcoat to bring the floor right back to new.
Take a look at the videos on our CASE STUDIES page. There are videos of our garage floor system vs big box products, our floors after 16 years of use, side by side comparisons. If our garage floor epoxy is that much more durable you can imagine how much better our commercial duty epoxy is!
Why are ArmorGarage epoxy floors better?
ArmorGarage floor epoxy is not water based, they are pure military grade epoxies made with 100% made in America materials. They are 10 times thicker and have a much harder finish. Our military grade topcoat has an amazing abrasion loss rating of only 8mgs(the lower the number the better) as opposed to other typical epoxy coating systems that have ratings of 30 mgs and higher. That's a tremendous difference. Our coatings are hot tire proof, mold & mildew proof, road salt proof, waterproof and chemical and acid resistant. In short there is no comparison to our epoxy coatings with any other brand. See the Why ArmorGarage Epoxy Really Is Better page for additional information about this.
How long for the primer and topcoat to dry?
The primer will dry in about 5-6 hours, press your thumb into it, it should not leave a thumb print when cured. Do not let more than 24 hours pass before applying the topcoat. Topcoat will dry in 6-8 hours, again do the thumb test to be sure it's dry. Even though it's dry to the touch it is not fully cured. Once dry you can walk on it and apply light traffic the next day. Heavy traffic should be held off till the second day.
How long does it take to install your epoxy flooring?
The actual amount of labor hours is about 6-8 hours total for a 2500 sf floor. In total time from start to finish is 2 or 3 days due to dry times in between coats and letting the floor dry if you acid etch it. Grinding will save you a day or two in drying time. Once you apply the final topcoat you can put all your stuff back on the floor in about 6-8 hours, light traffic the next day and full forklift duty service in 48hrs.
Does your epoxy have a strong odor?
Our commercial epoxy has a fairly strong odor that is usally not an issue unless you are applying it in or adjacent to an occupied area. If doing a large floor where you will be laying down a lot of material all at once we would recommend a simple paint respirator. In fact it's always a good idea to use a respirator. The Low VOC version has a lower odor. Proper ventillation is always recommended also.
Is the commercial epoxy floor system USDA approved?
Yes, it is approved for use in all food prep and processing areas. When using in food production areas we recommend installing a cove base around the perimeter of the floor to form a seamless transition from floor to wall. This creates a waterproof tub like effect that makes washdowns much easier and sanitary. ArmorGarage II commercial epoxy is waterproof, mold & mildew proof and resistant to many chemicals and acids making it ideal for caustic washdowns.
See the EPOXY FAQ page for additional questions and answers.
