To get a much more uniform coverage of flakes than @12:53 you can make a cheap flake shaker by drilling some holes in a plastic container, putting flakes in, then shaking them out. They disperse much more evenly than by hand.
Yes I agree for a more uniform flake dispersement I use a hand held seed/ fertilizer spreader $9 at Home Depot instead of randomly throwing handfuls of flakes out where you get heavy flakes in some areas and light flakes in others it gives a more uniform look before sealing with clear top coat.
Looks good man - I was wondering how that Seal-Crete would work on top of the epoxy since I read online that it specifically should not be applied to 2-part epoxy coating (for whatever reason). I personally am going with H&C Clarishield for the clear coat ($50 / gal) because of what I read about the Seal-Crete. Hopefully this stuff looks as good! I'm jealous of your (minimal) prep - I had to caulk about 200 linear feet of cracks and I probably used half of my 10lb bag of quickrete to fill in missing chunks and spalling. Then I had to grind it all down with an angle grinder (which was actually pretty fun). All-in-all I would say that my concrete repairs took me an additional 8 hours over 3 days (waiting for drying, etc). Thanks for the video though! Love to see these things from start to finish.
Great job on the floor! Can you tell me how it has held up to parking on it and if you have any flaking at all? Are you happy you put the clear coat on it too?
I completed the same process on my garage and I applied the same clear coat with 2 coats! It looks amazing!!! Not only am I super happy but I had a garage sale and people gave great compliments. Also my family wants to use it for get togethers in case it rains. Lol. The clear coat definitely helps with spills too. They come up so much easier because it doesn't absorb in paint. Thanks!
I have an old Jeep Wrangler that if it didn't leak I would think there was something wrong with it ;). Have you had any experience with oil leaking on the floor and if so, how it has held up? I am not one to clean up my oil drips on my concrete, so I don't want to waste time and money doing this if the oil stains will mess it up. Thanks!
love what you did with the floor great job !!! Big question is how about traction, slipping etc. would you recommend or did you add any traction sand to final clear coat. The reason I ask is from personal experience falling on a slick beautiful floor such as yours. Love the look just need a little grip is all. Let me me know thank you.
Hi I hope you do not tired of questions but did ever list the brand of stick ,brush,roller,squeezee that fits together. Getting ready to start,looks like you saved money with all items fitting together. If too cumbersome don’t worry. Will let you know how the job went. Take care
I just painted a shop bathroom floor and went to purchase the Seal Krete Clear-Seal. It states on the can not to use over 2 part epoxy paints. Have you had any problems??
I am about to start my project. I see you used a 3/4 inch roller for the epoxy. From what I have researched 3/8 seems to be the recommended nap. Can you share why you went with the 3/4 and if you were to do another job would you still use 3/4? Thank you for your anticipated response. :-)
@@ratchetdavo Thank you for your quick reply. Today I purchased both sizes so I should be ready. BTW, you really knocked that job out by yourself in more or less a day? True Rambo style!
Hello, I noticed that you didn't wait that long after you cleaned it, did the moisture in the concrete cause any problems? Mine has been dried overnight and more, but concrete still looks moist (dark in color). Thank you.
After using Rock Solid Product on a deck that required me to tear off all the wood and replace with composite decking I will NEVER use another Rust-oleum Product. Everyone I discussed the complete failure of Rock Solid had the same results including in store folks that tried using it on their decks.
Getting ready for this project. I have read reviews and some people state the two colors did not match and recommended mixing both together to get a uniform color. What was your experience?
When you did the first coat of clear and then waited 2 hours before doing the second coat were you able to wear shoes to apply the second coat of clear?
@@ratchetdavo Sweet! I was debating if I should get some aerator style spiked shoe attachments, but I think I’ll save the money. Thanks for the response!
I was thinking of using a clear coat finish (rust-oleum premium kit) after applying the epoxyshield. What was the reason why you went Clear-Seal gloss instead?
Good Day My Friend. If you don’t mind can I ask you one more question. when you applied 2 coats of clear coat. Did you apply the first coat of clear coat wait 24 hours then applied another coat . Basically how long did you wait between both applications of clear coat. Thank you
With two top clear coats was it thick enough for you? I applied two clear coats and I can still feel the chips, I was thinking it would be thick on top and a smooth finish.
Ratchetdavo I’m so sorry I did not mean the gloss. When you applied the gray rustoleum did you apply one coat then put the flakes or did you also apply 2 coats then flakes on second coat
Ratchetdavo Thank you for answering my questions. Because of you i will be brave and try this on my garage floor. By the way outstanding job on your floor. Really good video.
@@ratchetdavo Rust-Olem people says they only recommend "Epoxyshield Premium Clear Coat". But that is so expensive. Since you have applied "SealKrete Clear-Seal Concrete Protective Sealer - Gloss", looks like so far you have no issues? Or do you recommend otherwise? Many thanks in advance.
Man, thank YOU very much for this video! I have seem several videos about this product but definitely you nail it using 2 gallons of clear coat on top of it. That's the legit trick to make it look awesome and make it last for years! I never thought about the clear and seriously by far this is the best video about this Rust Oleum epoxy. Thanks Again because today I just purchase mine (I have to wait til mid Spring. I'm in Virginia) and I want to plan everything to achieve your same result. Looks neat and clean!
We just did it today (Spring was kind of cold) Outside temp between 75 - 80, prior days high 87 low 69 and humidity between 55% and 75% in the last 3 days as well. Now we are aiming for the the clear coat but I do have a couple questions. You said you did two coats of clear... How many can you used for two coats? And... How did you wait between coats of clear? Last question, how is holding for you so far? Any hot tire pick up? Any suggestions? Thank you so much!
This web site allgaragefloors.com/garage-floor-clear-coat-mistakes/ specifically does not recommend the clear coat you used. Everything else was fascinating and useful, but how has the acrylic clear coat survived?
DO NOT USE CLEAR SEAL! I used it and it when I spilled some oil on the floor the clear seal soaked up the oil and left a huge stain. I called Rustoleum and they said I should have used the $112 two part clear coat. Don’t make the mistake and use clear seal. I’m going to have to redo my floor. I just hope I don’t take up my epoxy and have to start over 😫
Nice job! I am doing mine today…
To get a much more uniform coverage of flakes than @12:53 you can make a cheap flake shaker by drilling some holes in a plastic container, putting flakes in, then shaking them out. They disperse much more evenly than by hand.
Yes I agree for a more uniform flake dispersement I use a hand held seed/ fertilizer spreader $9 at Home Depot instead of randomly throwing handfuls of flakes out where you get heavy flakes in some areas and light flakes in others it gives a more uniform look before sealing with clear top coat.
Seems like the most important part would be making sure the floor is thoroughly dry.
Looks great and fairly easy. I want to do this in my garage!
How does it look almost a year later? You should post an update on how it has held up.
Looks good man - I was wondering how that Seal-Crete would work on top of the epoxy since I read online that it specifically should not be applied to 2-part epoxy coating (for whatever reason). I personally am going with H&C Clarishield for the clear coat ($50 / gal) because of what I read about the Seal-Crete. Hopefully this stuff looks as good!
I'm jealous of your (minimal) prep - I had to caulk about 200 linear feet of cracks and I probably used half of my 10lb bag of quickrete to fill in missing chunks and spalling. Then I had to grind it all down with an angle grinder (which was actually pretty fun). All-in-all I would say that my concrete repairs took me an additional 8 hours over 3 days (waiting for drying, etc).
Thanks for the video though! Love to see these things from start to finish.
What was the cost to do all that? 2 car garage?
@@Bandobenz18 Probably cost me a total of like $400? I'd say $50-100 of that was to buy stuff that most peple probably have. And yes, 2 car garage.
Looks good but id put uv protectant epoxy over it, lot of people had problem with sun rays damaging their floor
Great video. I'm going to give this a try today. Thanks for the tips and step by step directions
Beautiful work! Congrats on your new flooring!
Great job on the floor! Can you tell me how it has held up to parking on it and if you have any flaking at all? Are you happy you put the clear coat on it too?
I completed the same process on my garage and I applied the same clear coat with 2 coats! It looks amazing!!! Not only am I super happy but I had a garage sale and people gave great compliments. Also my family wants to use it for get togethers in case it rains. Lol. The clear coat definitely helps with spills too. They come up so much easier because it doesn't absorb in paint. Thanks!
I have an old Jeep Wrangler that if it didn't leak I would think there was something wrong with it ;). Have you had any experience with oil leaking on the floor and if so, how it has held up? I am not one to clean up my oil drips on my concrete, so I don't want to waste time and money doing this if the oil stains will mess it up. Thanks!
Will the concrete sealer soak into a epoxy floor ? Think that’s the wrong product needed. Or maybe the epoxy coat is more absorbent than I thought.
How much time did you let pass before applying the clear coat? Thanks
love what you did with the floor great job !!! Big question is how about traction, slipping etc. would you recommend or did you add any traction sand to final clear coat. The reason I ask is from personal experience falling on a slick beautiful floor such as yours. Love the look just need a little grip is all. Let me me know thank you.
Hi I hope you do not tired of questions but did ever list the brand of stick ,brush,roller,squeezee that fits together. Getting ready to start,looks like you saved money with all items fitting together. If too cumbersome don’t worry. Will let you know how the job went. Take care
Thanks for making this. It helped me a lot.
Great video pal hopefully it hold up well 👍🏼! I'm thinking that if I were you I would've gone with the rust-olem clear don't you think its better?
I see you used a Seal Krete clear seal vice a sealer from Rustoleum. Are you worried the Seal Krete won't adhear as well as the Rustoleum seal? Thanks
I have read that tire pickup is a problem sometimes. Does it seem durable and have you had any adhesion issues?
I just painted a shop bathroom floor and went to purchase the Seal Krete Clear-Seal. It states on the can not to use over 2 part epoxy paints. Have you had any problems??
How long did you wait for the epoxy to dry until you applied the clear coat?
Roger that! Thanks
Looking for this answer. Thanks Jonathan
I am about to start my project. I see you used a 3/4 inch roller for the epoxy. From what I have researched 3/8 seems to be the recommended nap. Can you share why you went with the 3/4 and if you were to do another job would you still use 3/4? Thank you for your anticipated response. :-)
@@ratchetdavo Thank you for your quick reply. Today I purchased both sizes so I should be ready. BTW, you really knocked that job out by yourself in more or less a day? True Rambo style!
Awesome work! Great video too. Thanks for sharing 👍.
Hello, I noticed that you didn't wait that long after you cleaned it, did the moisture in the concrete cause any problems? Mine has been dried overnight and more, but concrete still looks moist (dark in color). Thank you.
Why no primer? I’m trying to do research on whether to add primer first. How’s it holding up?
After using Rock Solid Product on a deck that required me to tear off all the wood and replace with composite decking I will NEVER use another Rust-oleum Product. Everyone I discussed the complete failure of Rock Solid had the same results including in store folks that tried using it on their decks.
Great video I’m doing my garage floor on the weekend. It’s a two car garage and my question are there enough flakes in the kit to sprinkle everywhere?
I had to buy an extra bag. So i was able to go heavy on my flakes which looks better
@@iharris3466 Where are they sold?
@@johnsain got mines at lowes
@@iharris3466 Thanks for the reply!
Getting ready for this project. I have read reviews and some people state the two colors did not match and recommended mixing both together to get a uniform color. What was your experience?
When you did the first coat of clear and then waited 2 hours before doing the second coat were you able to wear shoes to apply the second coat of clear?
@@ratchetdavo Sweet! I was debating if I should get some aerator style spiked shoe attachments, but I think I’ll save the money. Thanks for the response!
Great work! Can you use this product in basements?
I was thinking of using a clear coat finish (rust-oleum premium kit) after applying the epoxyshield. What was the reason why you went Clear-Seal gloss instead?
@@ratchetdavo I'll go with what you used. Thanks for the recommendation my man and great vid!
I wish i knew before i spent 112 for clear lol. But the premium kit is thicker i believe
@@iharris3466 After close to a yr after completion, I would go with the thick premium epoxy.
@@jon_q1904yours did not hold up well? i am torn between seal crete and the rustoleum now. this evening i am scheduled to put a clearcoat.
The clear coat could be applied by a wiper blade rather than a brush for a more glassy look.
Looks Great! Dis you end up with some left over?
@@ratchetdavo Thanks trying to figure out coverage for 1100 SF. , don't want to buy too much or to little.
So now that a year has gone bye how did it come out? What do you do it again?
So you didn’t do the floor sanding step and it still held up?
Im about to move into my new construction home. brand new. is it necessary to etch the floor?
@@ratchetdavo thank you for the insight.
Good Day My Friend. If you don’t mind can I ask you one more question. when you applied 2 coats of clear coat. Did you apply the first coat of clear coat wait 24 hours then applied another coat . Basically how long did you wait between both applications of clear coat. Thank you
How much clear did you end up using? Did you need both 1 gallon cans for the 2 car garage
may I know what kind of flakes is that you've sprinkler all around the area?
How much epoxyshield was left over?
How is the floor holding up?
Thank you for sharing a great video it was very informative. Thank you
Was there any other reason besides cost to not use the Rustoleum clear coat?
@@ratchetdavo I got you. I was wondering why you didn't use the Rustoleum clear sealant instead of the sealant you used?
With two top clear coats was it thick enough for you? I applied two clear coats and I can still feel the chips, I was thinking it would be thick on top and a smooth finish.
I used the expoy shield clear and it came out super thick. I believe that's why its $112 compared to the cheaper 30 buck can
Can you please tell me if you only used 1 coat of epoxy then spread the flakes.
Ratchetdavo I’m so sorry I did not mean the gloss. When you applied the gray rustoleum did you apply one coat then put the flakes or did you also apply 2 coats then flakes on second coat
Ratchetdavo Thank you for answering my questions. Because of you i will be brave and try this on my garage floor. By the way outstanding job on your floor. Really good video.
Did you wash the floor before applying clear coat?
Epoxy . Wich one is best
Water base..or oil base
Hi Disregard my prior request to list items. I figured it out.
Great job. How long did you have to wait after finishing applying the epoxy before applying the clear coat?
@@ratchetdavo in an older comment you had said you waited 24..? Not pointing fingers, just checking so I get it right. Great video, very helpful.
Nice tip to add extra clear
Great vid! Love the look.
has it help up the last couple years?
That’s came out really nice
Looks great bro!
Looks great man, thanks for sharing. Not sure I’d want to do this barefoot though….
That looks great !
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Would you recommend putting a bonding primer on a bare concrete floor after etching and cleaning. Before you apply the coating.
can i Do a 480ft with 1 gallon of epoxy ?
Thanks for the cool Vid! Is your clear coat making the garage slippery? A lot of folks told me to avoid the clear coat, but yours looks good.
Ratchetdavo haha right on, guess I’ll grab the same can!
Thanks for video, I am going to do the same this week. How long did you let the Epoxy coat dry before you applied the SealKrete?
@@ratchetdavo Many thanks, I am starting today, it was really helpful with your video, cheers!!
@@ratchetdavo Rust-Olem people says they only recommend "Epoxyshield Premium Clear Coat". But that is so expensive. Since you have applied "SealKrete Clear-Seal Concrete Protective Sealer - Gloss", looks like so far you have no issues? Or do you recommend otherwise? Many thanks in advance.
How many can you used of Seal krete clear coat and how many square feet u r garage.
Did you mix both packets of pain together or wait until you ran out to mix the other?
Did you wash the floor before applying second coat?
Did you add antiskid to the clear?
@@ratchetdavo nice! I’m prolly still gonna add cuz the kids will find a way to fall in there
fantastic tutorial! thanks!
Is it slick when its wet?
Did u used both gallons??
Thank you !! We just paint the garage and all we need now is the finish, thanks!!
Total cost of project?
Did you use both etch bags?? I did the whole degrease and scrub and one bag of etch because I didnt see the 2nd bag till now.
Did you add any additive for non slip in sealer
So is it slippery or it just fine without additive
I would it done edges same color
Great video. Thank you man
should have gone up the sites/edges will give it a cleaner look
Man, thank YOU very much for this video! I have seem several videos about this product but definitely you nail it using 2 gallons of clear coat on top of it. That's the legit trick to make it look awesome and make it last for years! I never thought about the clear and seriously by far this is the best video about this Rust Oleum epoxy. Thanks Again because today I just purchase mine (I have to wait til mid Spring. I'm in Virginia) and I want to plan everything to achieve your same result. Looks neat and clean!
@@ratchetdavo Thank you for sharing.
We just did it today (Spring was kind of cold) Outside temp between 75 - 80, prior days high 87 low 69 and humidity between 55% and 75% in the last 3 days as well.
Now we are aiming for the the clear coat but I do have a couple questions.
You said you did two coats of clear... How many can you used for two coats? And... How did you wait between coats of clear?
Last question, how is holding for you so far? Any hot tire pick up? Any suggestions?
Thank you so much!
This web site allgaragefloors.com/garage-floor-clear-coat-mistakes/ specifically does not recommend the clear coat you used. Everything else was fascinating and useful, but how has the acrylic clear coat survived?
Looks great
You should have etched the concrete
@@ratchetdavo I believe the etch he is referring to is more likely concrete grinding. Or some people successfully use acid etching
I thought you supposed to use expoy clear. I spent 112 bucks and could of paid 30 bucks🤦🏿♂️
Other then that came out nice
DO NOT USE CLEAR SEAL! I used it and it when I spilled some oil on the floor the clear seal soaked up the oil and left a huge stain. I called Rustoleum and they said I should have used the $112 two part clear coat. Don’t make the mistake and use clear seal. I’m going to have to redo my floor. I just hope I don’t take up my epoxy and have to start over 😫
One hundred seventeen dollars and twenty dollars? $117.00 dollars in March of 2021. Thanks!
bro are you ok lol
I bet it’s already failing?
The bloody awful music stopped me watching this - 🤦♂️🤷♂️
Not really a must watch video
Well then, you have successfully wasted 14 minutes of your life
@@elvislobo7050 That's what I mean, I didn't
How long did you wait after the epoxyshield was put down before you applied the clear coat
How long did you weigh to put in the seal on the epoxy and did you add anti skid in it