From Quick Fix to Costly Mistake: Why DIY Epoxy Floor Coatings Fail

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The DIY Epoxy Weekend Project That Didn’t Last Picture a Nashville homeowner gearing up for a weekend transformation. A DIY epoxy floor coating kit promises a glossy, durable garage floor—no pros needed. The concrete gets a quick sweep, the coating is rolled out, and the job seems done. But by the time summer heat rolls in, things start to go ... Read More

Exposing the Strength Myth: What 1-Day Companies Won’t Tell You About Garage Floor Epoxy

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If you've seen the ads in Nashville, you’ve probably heard it: “Our floors are 4 to 20 times stronger than epoxy!”. Sounds convincing—until you realize those 1-day coating companies aren’t talking about the kind of professional-grade garage floor epoxy we install at Garage Floor Coating of Nashville. They're comparing themselves to DIY kits, not industrial systems. Let’s clear the air by ... Read More

Protect Your Family with a Safer Polyaspartic Floor Coating in Nashville

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Picture this: it's a chilly morning in Nashville, and there's a thin layer of frost melting off your car. As your grandmother steps into the garage, her shoe catches a damp patch—and for a second, she nearly falls. In that moment, it’s clear how dangerous a slick garage floor can be for anyone, especially the people you care about most. ... Read More

From Dingy to Durable: 100%-Solids Garage Floor Epoxy

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Tennessee garages are put to the test year-round. Humid summers, wet winters, and fluctuating temperatures take a toll on concrete. You might notice peeling paint, water stains, or a dusty floor that never really feels clean. Sometimes the coating starts to bubble, and in high-moisture areas, it may even delaminate altogether. The root of the problem? Most coatings just aren’t ... Read More

GFC Polyaspartic Flooring Is Built to Resist Hot-Tire Transfer

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The Problem: Hot-Tire Transfer and Nashville’s Weather Extremes Your garage floor takes a beating every day. From the scorching heat of Tennessee summers to chilly winter nights, Nashville’s fluctuating weather conditions put serious stress on garage flooring. But one of the biggest threats to the longevity of a garage floor isn’t just temperature changes—it’s hot-tire transfer. Hot tires from your ... Read More

Why Garage Flooring Is the Smart Choice for a Cleaner Spring

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Spring cleaning in Nashville isn’t just about decluttering—it’s about creating a healthier, more organized home. Your garage plays a crucial role in this process, acting as both a workspace and an entryway to the rest of your house. GFC’s epoxy/polyaspartic garage flooring doesn’t just make garage cleaning easier—it helps streamline your entire spring cleaning routine. Say Goodbye to Pollen and ... Read More

Epoxy Flooring: The Moisture-Blocking Shield for Homes and Businesses

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Tennessee’s weather keeps you on your toes—hot summers, chilly winters, and plenty of humidity in between. Unfortunately, all that shifting moisture doesn’t just affect the air—it affects your floors, too. Trapped moisture beneath a coating can cause delamination, peeling, and a ruined floor if you don’t choose the right system. That’s why epoxy flooring is the top choice for long-term ... Read More

Concrete Paint: Is It Worth the Trouble? What About Epoxy Flooring?

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Concrete floors are a part of our everyday life — they’re essential for spaces like garages, basements, and patios. When it comes to sprucing them up, many homeowners start with concrete paint, thinking it will provide an easy upgrade. However, painting a floor is not like painting a wall. While paint adds a splash of color, it’s not built to ... Read More

Nashville is Waterproofing Basements… Why?

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Let’s be real—basements have come a long way from being musty storage areas. In Nashville, where creativity and style are part of daily life, basements are being transformed into everything from cozy retreats to vibrant gathering spaces. Whether you want a practical workspace or a fun hangout, your basement can be whatever you make it. But before any of that ... Read More

The Vocabulary of Epoxy Flooring: Understanding Industry Lingo

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Nashville’s unique blend of heat, humidity, and mild winters presents different challenges for floor coatings. Below, we’ll explore essential terms to help you understand the vocabulary of epoxy flooring. Vocabulary of Epoxy Flooring: Coating Types Epoxy coatings and their like rely on chemistry to form strong bonds with concrete. Let’s explore the main types of coatings. Epoxy Coating: Epoxy coatings ... Read More