Epoxy Flooring in Burlington, VT

Concrete in a northern climate

Few things test a floor like a northern winter. For months, cars carry snow, slush and road salt into garages, where it melts into a briny puddle that soaks into bare concrete. Salt breaks down the surface over time, causing flaking, pitting and white stains that never seem to wash out. When the slush refreezes overnight, water trapped in the pores expands and widens every crack. Then spring brings mud season, and the cycle of grit and water continues. A properly installed coating seals the slab against all of it, so meltwater stays on top where you can push it out the door.

We work with homeowners, landlords, property managers and businesses across the city: detached garages behind older homes, attached garages in newer neighborhoods, basements under century-old houses, apartment building entries and laundry rooms, breweries, restaurants, shops and the creative spaces carved out of old industrial buildings. Each one gets a system chosen for its use, its slab and its exposure to winter.

Preparation that holds through winter

Cold, salt and moisture find every weakness in a coating. That is why we diamond grind every floor with dust collection rather than acid etching. Grinding removes the weak top layer, old paint, sealers and salt-damaged concrete and leaves a clean, open profile that the primer grips. We test for moisture, which is common in older basements and garages built without vapor barriers, and we repair cracks, spalls and pitting before coating. Without that work, even premium materials can lift after a single winter.

Services

• Garage floor epoxy for attached and detached garages.
• Flake floors that hide salt residue and add grip.
• Polyaspartic coatings that cure in cold weather.
• Metallic epoxy for basements, galleries and shops.
• Commercial floors for breweries, kitchens, retail and workshops.
• Polished concrete for studios, offices and modern homes.
• Coating repair for peeling or salt-damaged floors.
• Concrete sealing for steps, walks and patios.
• Driveway coating for salt-worn drives.
• Epoxy countertops for kitchens, bars and benches.

Older homes, older slabs

Much of the housing stock here was built long before modern concrete practices. Garages may have thin slabs poured over gravel decades ago, patched many times, with heaving from frost or a slope that sends water to the back wall. Basements often sit on rough concrete over stone or brick foundations and see seasonal dampness. We assess each slab honestly. Many can be repaired and coated beautifully. Some are better suited to sealing or polishing, and a few need concrete work first. You will know which before any money is spent.

Studios, breweries and makers

The old industrial district near the lake is full of artists, woodworkers, brewers, roasters and small manufacturers working in converted buildings. Those floors see spills, sawdust, rolling carts, heavy equipment and frequent washing. We install chemical-resistant epoxy and urethane cement for production areas, polished concrete for galleries and showrooms and slip-resistant finishes where floors get wet.

Rental properties

Landlords and property managers use coatings to make basements, laundry rooms, storage areas and parking garages easier to maintain between tenants. A sealed floor resists stains, cleans quickly and looks better on a listing. We can schedule around turnovers and work in occupied buildings with low-odor products.

Choosing a look

Gray and white flake blends are popular because they hide dried salt residue and sand between cleanings. Solid colors brighten workshops. Metallic floors suit finished basements and retail spaces, and polished concrete fits the exposed brick and timber of converted buildings. We bring samples so you can see them in your own light, which matters during short winter days.

Working through the seasons

We install year-round. Interior floors in heated spaces can be done any month. For unheated garages in winter, we use cold-cure polyaspartic systems and temporary heat to bring the slab into range. Exterior sealing and driveway work is scheduled from late spring to early fall.

The process

We visit to measure, test moisture and talk about how you use the space. You get a written quote with prep, products, number of coats and timing. Most garages take one to three days. When we finish, we explain cure times and how to clean the floor through winter.

Winter care

Use a floor squeegee to push meltwater out the door, rinse salt residue periodically with clean water and a neutral cleaner and keep a containment mat under the car if you prefer. That simple routine keeps a coated floor looking good through every season.

Questions we hear most often

Can you coat a garage in winter? Yes, in many cases. Cold-cure polyaspartic products and temporary heat let us install floors well outside the warm months, though we always check slab temperature and moisture first. Will a coating fix my pitted floor? We grind away weak, salt-damaged concrete and rebuild low spots before coating, so the finished surface is smooth and sound. How long does a floor last? A well-prepared, properly built system in a residential garage commonly lasts many years, and it can be refreshed with a new topcoat instead of being replaced.

Do you work in rental properties? Often. Landlords use coated floors in basements, laundry rooms and garages because they clean up quickly between tenants and hide wear. We schedule around occupants, keep noise and dust contained and leave clear care instructions that can be passed along to residents.

Choosing the right floor

If you park in the garage all winter, a flake floor with a polyaspartic topcoat is usually the most practical choice. If you want a showpiece in a basement bar or a studio, metallic epoxy delivers depth and movement. If you want the raw industrial character of an old building, polished concrete keeps it. Outdoor steps, walks and driveways need sealers and resurfacers instead of indoor coatings. We walk through these options at your quote visit and recommend only what suits your space and budget.