ArmorGarage Industrial Epoxy Flooring System
Professional-Grade 3-Layer Solid Color Floor Coating
Complete DIY-Friendly Turnkey System
Your order will include everything needed for a complete professional installation:
- Two-part high performance epoxy primer base coat (outperforms most other companies’ actual epoxy floor coatings).
- Our patented three-component extra thick 100% military grade epoxy second coat.
- High gloss urethane-based ultra high wear military grade clear topcoat.
- Etching solution, TSP neutralizing powder, tubular aluminum anti-wear nonslip additive.
- Calibrated notched squeegee (automatically spreads epoxy at the proper thickness), epoxy rollers, power mixer, mixing bucket, and easy-to-follow instructions.
See our Flake Floor Epoxy Kits.
- Ultra Military industrial-grade three-layer epoxy floor system provides the highest level of durability in a beautiful high-gloss finish—up to 10× thicker and more durable than retail epoxies. Over 30 million square feet sold.
- Packaged as a complete, easy-to-apply kit with no prior experience needed.
- High gloss finish so beautiful it’s often used by interior decorators. Available in a no-odor package for occupied areas.
- Waterproof, stain-proof, highest impact resistance, scratch resistant, hot-tire proof, impervious to vehicle fluids, corrosive road salts, and many industrial acids. Will not yellow, dull, or peel.
- 100% military grade epoxy resins—cannot be equaled by home center epoxies, water-based epoxies, or off-the-shelf coatings.
- For an equivalent coating, a contractor would typically charge $7–$9 per square foot or more—and still not match this system.
The Military Industrial Epoxy System is self-leveling, making it suitable for application by non-professionals. Designed for first-timers to easily apply it with professional looking results at a fraction of the cost.
One of the most important performance factors of any epoxy is its abrasion resistance rating. This system is three layers thick (25–30 mils) and includes a military grade topcoat with an industry-best 4 mg loss rating (the lower the number the better). That’s why our Military Industrial-Grade System is the best epoxy coating in the business. See the Buyer's Guide tab at the top of the page to learn more about abrasion ratings.
- Engineered as a permanent coating for concrete or wood floors (please specify if using on wood floors).
- Made to perform under the harshest traffic and environmental conditions.
- Ideal for high-traffic warehouse floors, hangars with larger aircraft, production floors, repair shops, maintenance shops, government facilities, man caves, and anyone wanting the highest level of protection.
Vertical surfaces can be coated with the Ultra Wall Epoxy Paint version without drips or runs (view product in Related Items). Curbs up to 12" high can be coated with this.
Not sure you need an industrial-duty rated floor coating? See our Technical Resource Hub for product spec sheets, instructions, and comparisons.
Pro Tip: When it comes to epoxy flooring, it’s always better to over-rate your system than under-rate it.
Conventional floor enamels are 2–3 mils thick, water-based epoxies are 3–4 mils thick, and most other epoxies are under 10 mils thick. These thin coatings are prone to premature wear, yellowing, and failures. They’re no match for our 25 mil thick epoxy flooring system.
Select our proprietary Epoxy Bonding Primer in the primer version dropdown box if you need to coat over an existing coating that has worn out. We'll substitute the Bonding Primer for the standard primer at no charge.
Super thick Ultra Epoxy Flooring is applied with our calibrated notched squeegee and then rolled with our high-quality epoxy rollers—automatically producing a smooth coating at the proper thickness.
This ArmorGarage floor cures to a rock-hard, non-stick finish.
Makes keeping your floor spotless a snap—simply wipe clean with water and a mild cleaner such as Simple Green.
PLEASE NOTE: Due to VOC laws, certain states require the “Low VOC” version. The Low VOC version has the same performance as the standard version—just a little less odor. States currently include CA, CT, DE, IL, IN, MD, MA, ME, NJ, NY, OH, PA, RI, VA, KY, and all of Canada. Orders shipping to these locations require the Low VOC option to be selected in the Size dropdown. Orders not selecting the option may be manually adjusted to the correct version/price during processing.
Minimum size order for this product is 500 square feet.
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For help on ordering, call toll free 866-532-3979 or email info@armorgarage.com.
Epoxy Coating Color Chart
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Armor Military Industrial Epoxy Flooring
Armor Military Industrial Epoxy Flooring is sold as a complete packaged system for your convenience. Simply enter the square footage of your floor and we will calculate and package everything you need. Minimum order size for this product is 500 sq ft and in 100 sq ft increments after that, ie: 500, 600, 700. Please average up to the next 100 foot increment as a margin of safety due to different concrete porosity, ie: if your floor is 545 sq ft, enter 600 into Qty Box. We are very conservative in our coverage ratios and provide plenty of material unlike our competition, we still recommend that you have a minimum 10% safety factor since every floor has a different porosity and texture and will absorb the product differently.
Also note that Beige and high pigment colors such as Yellow, White, Bright Red, Brown and Black will yield even less coverage and we therefore recommend a 15-20% safety factor.
For floors with a very rough finish such as a broom finish or that are pitted we recommend you call us to discuss since you will have to do an extra layer of the extra thick epoxy.
For jobs larger than 5000 sq ft call or email for quantity price discount. When using either the oil primer or the metal & wood primer select the "No Primer" option in the selection box above. It is not necessary to use the standard primer with one of these primers. It will also ensure you'll get the best possible adhesion between the floor and our epoxy.
How to Apply Military-Industrial Epoxy Flooring
Complete step-by-step guide from surface prep through topcoat β primer, epoxy, and military-grade finish
Versatile Application
Ultra Epoxy Flooring can be applied onto just about any type of floor β concrete, wood, or stone β and can also be applied over existing paint. For wall applications, see Industrial Wall Epoxy Paint.
Waterproof Cove Base Option: Use this epoxy in conjunction with our Cove Base Kit between the floor and wall to create a 100% waterproof and sanitary installation β as required in commercial kitchens and food prep areas. A cove base forms a seamless, edgeless transition from the floor up your wall.
Cove Base Options: Form your own with our Epoxy Cove Base Compound and a cove base trowel, or purchase prefab cove base from EasyCove.com or SpeedCove.com (more costly but saves time).
Temperature Requirement: Floor and room temperature must stay be 60Β°F or higher for the entire curing process.
Surface Preparation
Apply epoxy in a temperature range of 60β95Β°F. Clean the floor thoroughly. Oil stains must be removed or primed with our proprietary Oil Primer prior to application.
Option A: Acid Etching
Power washing the floor first will yield better results. Then etch with the supplied acid etching solution:
- Mix the etch solution with water in a 3-to-1 ratio (water to acid)
- Pour evenly over the floor and brush in with a stiff bristle shop broom
- Let sit for 5β10 minutes, then rinse thoroughly
- Sprinkle the provided TSP powder evenly over the floor, brush in, and rinse. If etching twice neutralize on the second rinse only.
- Let the floor dry 24β48 hours minimum β concrete must be completely dry
New or Very Dirty Floors: Etch a second time with muriatic acid if it's a new floor or if your floor is heavily soiled.
Option B: Diamond Grinding
If grinding, etching is not necessary. Remove all dust prior to application. A floor prep machine from Home Depot does an excellent job.
Before & After: Properly Prepped Floor (Grinded & Etched)
Oil stains were cleaned with Liquid Tide and muriatic acid
Apply the Primer
Mix each can of the primer individually, then combine per the mix ratio stated on the front label. Roll on in an even coat and let dry to the touch. To test when primer is ready for the epoxy layer press your thumb into it, no fingerprint is good to go.
Red or White Orders: You will receive two coats of primer. Allow the first coat to dry 5β20 hours before applying the second coat.
Allow 5β20 hours after primer completion before applying the epoxy. If more than 20 hours have passed, sand the primer with 100-grit sandpaper to roughen up the surface before proceeding.
Mix & Apply the Epoxy
Mix each can of the epoxy individually, then combine the two parts in a 2:1 ratio (2 parts A to 1 part B β not the typical 1:1 ratio!). Mix for 2 1/2 minutes using the supplied power drill-mounted paint mixer at low speed, moving the wand up and down and scraping sides and bottom for a thorough mix.
Critical β Pot Life: Once mixed, Armor Ultra Epoxy has approximately 35-40 minutes of pot life at 70Β°F before it starts to thicken. Do NOT mix all the paint at once β this is NOT like store-bought epoxy with several hours of pot life.
Batch Size Guidelines
- Maintain the 2:1 ratio for each batch β don't mix more than you can apply in about 30 minutes
- 1 person rolling: Mix 1 gallon at a time
- Multiple people: You can mix larger batches but immediately split into 1-gallon pails to slow the thermal reaction
- Example: 3 people rolling? Mix 3 gallons, then immediately divide into three 1-gallon pails and give each a quick stir
Application Method
Pour a "bead" of the mixed material from left to right onto the floor and squeegee out with the supplied calibrated notched rubber squeegee β do not use a roller pan. The notched squeegee automatically spreads the epoxy at the proper thickness. Once evenly squeegeed out, roll over it with the supplied roller to smooth the ridges and do additional spreading until an even coat is achieved.
Then mix the next batch β this will reactivate whatever epoxy is on the roller, squeegee, and mixer, so you don't have to worry about hardening between batches. Continue until the floor is done. All sections will blend into a seamless finish.
Dry Time: Let dry for 10 hours or overnight, but not more than 20 hours. The epoxy should be rock hard. Do the thumb test.
Warning β Do NOT leave rollers or squeegees on the floor or leaning against walls or columns. They will be permanently welded to whatever surface they're touching by morning. Dispose of all rollers and squeegees immediately when done. Keep a small can of Xylene (available at Ace, Home Depot, or Lowe's) on hand for clean-ups.
Apply the Topcoat
Apply topcoat within 20 hours after epoxy application. Mix the topcoat in the can at low to medium speed to avoid introducing air bubbles for 1 minute.
Nonslip Option: Mix the nonslip additive into the topcoat for a slip-resistant surface and even more durability. Our Micro Tubular Aluminum is a high-tech nonslip designed to act as rebar in the coating while providing a slip-resistant finish. Stir the topcoat frequently to keep the nonslip suspended.
Use a roller pan and roll on the topcoat like regular paint. Dry times after topcoat:
- 6β7 hours: Foot traffic (thunb test to confirm)
- 24 hours: Light duty traffic (carts, dollies)
- 48 hours: Vehicle traffic
- 72 hours: Heavy traffic (forklifts)
You now have the finest and most durable epoxy floor coating possible!
Crew Size & Timing Guide
Average application speed is 1,000 sq ft per hour for two people per coat. Scale your crew based on floor size:
With the right crew size, each coat can be completed in about 5β6 hours β even on very large floors.
Resources & Navigation
Talk to an expert at 866-532-3979 β info@armorgarage.com or Request a Quote for project pricing and crew recommendations for your floor size.
How quick can I get one of your epoxy flooring kits?
Standard colors ship out the in 2-3 business days(please allow extra time due to labor shortages and trucking delays) by Fedex ground or common carrier. Cut off time is 1 PM Eastern time. Orders placed after this time are processed the next day.
Why is Clear additional cost?
To do a clear floor properly requires a highly UV resistant coating since clear is the most susceptible to yellowing. Our Clear epoxy is specially formulated not to yellow.
Why is Red and White more cost?
Red and White are what we call high pigment colors, they require much more pigment to get that bright White and bright Red look. Also you get a lot less coverage so we have to ship more product so that you don't get any concrete bleed through or a dull finish, we supply the proper amount of materials for all our orders, that's why the finished look of all our floors is so good. With White and Red you will get two base coats and then either a Red or White colored Topcoat.
Is the Military Industrial Epoxy Flooring over kill for a residential garage?
Many of our customers use the Ultra Military System in their garages when they want the absolute highest protection. Is it necessary, no. You can always over protect with no down side but you should never under protect. Meaning you can use our Military or our Commercial epoxy coatings in a residential garage but you can't do the opposite.
What is the temperature range for application?
55 degrees or warmer is the ideal floor temperature. The warmer the floor the faster the coatings will dry. Do not apply if temperatures will drop below 55 within 8 hrs of application.
My floor is new do I still have to etch?
New floors still have to be etched clean in fact new floors should be etched twice and concrete must be at least 28 days old.
Should I repair cracks in the floor first?
Yes, use or Instant Crack Repair for most cracks and divots. Simply mix Part A & Part B and putty knife into repair area, lets you coat right over it without having to wait for it to cure. For larger cracks and repairs use our Crack & Joint Filling Compound. Super strong will never crack or chip out. See our Concrete Repair Products Page.
When you say the epoxy is self leveling will it level my floor?
Self leveling means the coatings will self level themselves, not the floor. If you need to resurface or level your floor you need to use a self level floor slurry. We recommend you use a good quality slurry and not those available from your Home Improvement store which are subject to chipping and cracking. Check with manufacturer for wait times before applying an epoxy coating.
Should I fill in saw cuts and expansion joints?
We recommend that you don't fill in your saw cuts or expansion joints unless your floor is 5 years or older. They're there for a reason. The last thing you want is a crack down the middle of your brand new shinny epoxy floor. If there's a crack at the bottom of the saw cut you can fill it with one of our crack fillers but it's really not necessary just feather the three epoxy coating in and out of the cuts to give a proper finished look and don't worry about debris accumulating in the joints, the epoxy will make the joints nonstick so you can simply sweep or leaf blow and debris out. Not filling in the joints will give the floor a nice dimensional look. If you absolutely cannot live with the saw cuts or expansion joints then you can fill them in with our crack & joint compound. If you have a true expansion joint, one with a black material in it then use our Flexible Joint Compound.
Can I do curbs & walls?
Ultra Epoxy Flooring can be applied to curbs and steps for walls we recommend our Industrial Wall Epoxy since it is designed not to drip or run down a large vertical surface.
Can this be applied outdoors?
Ultra Epoxy Flooring is not recommend for outdoor exposure. See our Ultra Fast version for outdoor rated epoxy.
Can I repair a scratch in my floor?
For scratch repair simply sand the area lightly with 100 grit paper and brush on some topcoat. The scratch will disappear and the new topcoat will blend into the old.
What can I use for clean up?
Use Xylene or Mineral Spirits for clean ups. Ultra Epoxy Flooring is incredibly strong so you need to clean up all spills or splatters while it's wet. DO NOT forget to throw out all squeegees and rollers when done with each coat. If you leave them leaning on a wall or column like some of our guys have done you will have to jack hammer them off the next morning. A small trap is also a good idea as a small mixing station.
Can I add color flakes to this floor?
Yes you can see our Industrial Flake Floor option.
Epoxy Flooring
When we do the ASTM abrasion testing we put a weighted abrasion wheel on the epoxy and run it for a certain amount of RPMs and then weigh how much epoxy comes off. This simulates actual wear from vehicle tires, forklifts, pallet jacks etc. Our coating loses an incredibly low 4mgs while our closest competitor loses 24mgs. Our clear topcoat is many orders of magnitude stronger than our nearest competitor at resisting scratches, scuffs and everyday wear and tear from everything from passenger tires to steel wheels. It's because of the patented super hard high performance polymers we use.
If you haven't done so yet, watch the video on our home page. It's a close up video of a car's tires twisting and turning into a tight parking spot. It gives you a great visual and audio example of how much stress is put on your epoxy by a car's tires. It also show's you how tough our military grade topcoat is that after 8 years (16 years as of 2022 and still counting) it still looks like the day it was done.
This is a tried and true industrial epoxy floor coating. Applying a single coat system or some water based type epoxy for your large industrial or heavy traffic commercial floor would be making a big mistake. There's a reason why we make this a three coat system, it's designed to provide the greatest adhesion to your floor, to be highly impact resistant and extremely durable against abrasion wear. The thing to keep in mind is that epoxy floors fail by either one or all of the following reasons, (1)delamination, (2) chipping/cracking (3) abrasion wear through.
Our primer is a two part high performance epoxy based coating that is designed to penetrate into the pores of your concrete floor and provide an inseparable permanent bond to your floor. If you stopped with just our primer you would have a stronger more durable floor than 90% of the epoxy floor paints on the market today. The epoxy base coat is the core, it's an extra thick coating of our extra thick high build military grade 100% solids epoxy for strength, this provides the mass that protects against Hot Tire Lifting, chipping/cracking from impacts and stress from high loads. Then we topcoat it with our Ultra Hard High Wear clear urethane topcoat that keeps your floor looking new longer than any other epoxy product. If and when you manage to wear it out at some point you simply roller on another single coat of the topcoat and the floor comes right back to new again without you ever having to touch the primer or the epoxy!
You must have a thickness of 14 Mils or higher and an abrasion loss rating of 12mg or lower for high traffic-high wear floors otherwise you are simply wasting your time and money. Using an under rated epoxy coating for your floor will result in a floor with a very poor appearance a lot quicker than you would ever imagine. Then you will have to do an expensive diamond grinding job to remove the coating and start over with an appropriate epoxy.
Some of our competition just use a clear version of their epoxy to save money and be able to say they offer a topcoat. Epoxies are not topcoats, they're nowhere near as hard as topcoats, that's why topcoats are more expensive to manufacture than epoxy. Another reason you need a true topcoat is for UV protection. Some manufacturers say they can add in a UV additive, again simply mixing in an additive does not make an epoxy a topcoat! Typical epoxies have abrasion loss ratings from 24mg all the way up to 50mgs. That's exponentially softer than our 4mg loss rating for our topcoat(the lower the number the better). Most manufacturers don't publish their topcoat specifications they're so poor.
If need be you can do your floor in sections. Put a tape line down, use a good tape like Gorilla tape, then apply base coat up to tape line. Then apply Epoxy up to about 6" from tape line. Then apply Topcoat up to about 6" from Epoxy Line. Remove tape and then feather each layer over the it's respective coating. It will all blend in without a seam.
Two great pages to read are Why Epoxy Coatings Fail and How To Prep Your Floor Properly
