Awesome as always Rick. Almost looking forward to doing this to my floor when it’s dirty enough! I like the little detail geek shout-out at the end. Need some humour in the covid times! Keep it up!
Ok, the ending was gold. I never thought I'd be enthralled watching some dude clean a garage floor, but you made it happen! When you click the tiles back together, it looks like you're fencing. Dodge one, Parry two. :D
Lol.... I came here to say the same thing. For the ending and the fencing! Lol. What you need to do, is get a twin to come out and pretend to help you!
Thanks for sharing this. I think you have just convinced me to go down another route to my garage floor, what a palaver having to take the floor apart to clean under it.
You gotta weigh the pros and cons. For me, the pros of this floor far outweigh the cons and I don’t mind cleaning things. But, I get why some people would not want to go down this route. To each their own and I hope you find a system that works for you. 🤘
The clock is soon 1:am here and I am watching a man in canada cleaning his garage floor. The floor got dirty when he cleaned his wheel wells. It makes no sense at all but i LOVE IT! Fantastic vid as always! Tied shoe laces this time. And there must be spring in the air because the flip flops are back.
I thought there was some sort of tray under the tiles and drainage! Didn't realise it was just the tiles straight on top of the concrete garage floor. It depresses me when my garage is untidy and dirty! More so when I've been doing a job on my S5 and there are tools and waste everywhere. Feel much better once it's swept and vac'd. Great channel that many just wouldn't understand the interest!
You make a great point about many people not really understanding what is going on here at RAD Garage. I don't think my wife even understands it! Let me know if you have any questions about Swisstrax and you can also visit my Swisstrax page on my website at www.radgarage.ca/swisstrax-floor.html
Thanks for sharing how to clean a Swisstrax. This helps me consider this floor. Otherwise, I'm thinking of a removable tile floor that doesn't have vented grids.
In my experience, you will find a way to maintain any floor system you decide on. There are going to be pros and cons for each, but Swisstrax has way more pros for my purposes, so it has turned out to be a great choice. Good luck with your decision. It is a tricky process for sure.
I have drains on each side of my two car garage. Obviously has a little slope down towards each. How do you think that would effect flooring like this?
The tile floor will adapt to the slope of the floor, to an extent. I have a 1" drop from both sides to my channel drain. I am lucky in the fact that where the flat portion of the floor begins to angle down to the drain, the tiles don't connect. This is rather hard to explain, but basically because the tiles aren't connecting with each other where the pitch begins, I don't have any issues with the tiles disconnecting when that part of the floor is walked or driven on. My 1" drop happens in a short span of about 3 feet so it's a bit extreme. If your change in pitch is less extreme, I don't see how you would have any problems laying down a Swisstrax floor. I hope that makes sense.
I wondered you process for cleaning under that flooring.. .and now I know! And you're right, it's definitely satisfying transforming something from dirty to clean. At the moment, since I don't wash in my garage, I've been mounting as much stuff to my walls and off the floors or into cabinets so when I start to see leaves or dirt build up, I just hit it with my Ego leaf blower. Much easier to blow our the garage when stuff is off the floor and put away and away from the cross-hairs of my leaf blower haha
Leaf blower is definitely one way to go. I am happy that I don't have a bunch of stuff to move when I clean my garage. Makes life way more convenient. Thanks, Scott. Have a great weekend!
Another excellent satisfying video to watch. When life returns a little more to normal, I’m looking to buy and install a SwissTrax floor. I bought a few sample tiles for color and I liked your look so much, I bought some exactly like your colors. Looks very professional and not gaudy! Thank you for sharing all your methods!
Yes, Matt M has long been the guy that puts waaaaay too much thought into things. I think the Comet is the right fit for me. Just a matter of committing which is tough at the moment. Hopefully soon though.
Kinda wierd?...LOL....Absolutely ! LOL Just an amazing video Rick and it really shows the quality of the Swisstrax floor that it not only handles all that you put on it, but also how easy it is to remove from the cement floor and clean thoroughly. Now the floor looks as good as it did when you first installed it. Well done !!! (Mike in Ohio)
Thanks Mike. It is actually quite incredible how many questions I get about how I keep the Swisstrax clean, so hopefully videos like this will give people a clear picture of what is required. Now that my SQ5 is completely dialed in and the garage is completely clean, I don't know what to do with myself. I think I'll be sealing the driveway next. Then, re-staining the carriage door. Stay tuned!
Great video, thanks! Good point - when jet washing the wheel arches on my block-paving driveway, I have to move the car and wash down the paving. Otherwise I’m walk round in the mud.
I love being elevated above whatever mess is flowing on the floor. Plus, working with electrical equipment on a wet slab just isn't a risk I'm willing to take.
RAD GARAGE plus the tracking reduces the splash back. Btw still planning to do my garage but unable to get rid of my daughter’s uni furniture yet. Was donating to charity before the lockdown.
Hello! Thanks again for an excellent video. I just installed the Comet Static 1700 from Obsessed Garage and absolutely love it. Once you have it up on the wall it saves you a lot of time. Also love your flooring. My next garage project is to install Swisstrax, I am just playing around with designs right now.
Yes, I am getting pumped at the prospect of installing a Comet to my wall. It'l be so much more convenient. Hey, do me a favor and click the OG Swisstrax link in my video description if and when you place your order and let me know if you have any questions at all regarding Swisstrax.
Great video on how to care for this product. I was wondering about doing mine with a solid outline on the outside and ribbing inside but was worried about the cleanliness but this video has helped me clear up several questions.
Not yet, will be looking to do so soon. I was originally trying to set up my garage so everything would be able to roll out, cabinets, shelves and what not for easy clean up from time to time but seeing how the solids look and function in areas where I now will have to place bolted in cabinets, I'm now convinced that a setup such as what you have will work for me since I will just have to pull and clean the ce reps from time to time.
Those tiles look like all the water, dust, crap goes underneath it, and might not flow out. After it will start to smell, I think it should be solid so nothing can get under neath it. Looks good.
I like the free flow tiles so I don’t have to walk on a wet muddy floor. They do have solid style tiles too, but this works for me. Let me assure you, my garage smells minty fresh. Thanks for stopping by. I have lots more videos showcasing my floor and how I maintain it. Feel free to check them out.
@@GuillaumeR-n6e Epoxy does work for a lot of people. With the winter mess that gets dragged in on a daily basis 7-8 months a year, I would be forever mopping my floor. The ST works for me. Thanks for watching and good luck with your floor.
Hi, This video was great. Thanks for sharing. I purchased one but due to the usage in the sand for events it got scratched. Will buffing the flooring help?
Another great video, love the tiles, probably going with them in my garage. Also is that stained concrete driveway? Like to know more info on it if so, love the look and I have to redo my driveway thanks. It looks like exposed aggregate actually
The Swisstrax adds a lot of style and practically to my garage. Having no worries about water and dirt on the surface is key to my survival. My driveway is regularly sealed with a high gloss acrylic sealer which accentuates the natural tones of the exposed aggregate. I have to do it again this summer.
@RADGarage thanks for the quick reply, yea it looks great both the tiles and driveway. I don't have a detail business, just my own stuff and prob won't be washing inside so hopefully won't be doing that much cleaning
I've got the AR Blue Clean version of the same pressure washer you have and I too am dreaming of picking up the Comet Static from OG. Great minds think alike I guess!?
FPSWick yes it does call for a dedicated 20amp circuit, which I was fortunate to have one in a great location of my garage. As far as build quality, its holding up great for me and since I don’t have OG money, it was a great option too. I also have really appreciated the customer support at AR. I was given a direct email correspondence to the techs over there and they have been great assisting me for sizing hoses and proper tips to use and just general inquiries I’ve had. The tech at AR also sent me some good info on use rating numbers for my machine and it completely contradicts what Matt and Kyle were telling me what to use with my AR630TSS. I’d rather listen to the tech and keep my warranty intact, than to go with what OG was saying to use. You don’t have to break the bank to get performance in everything detailing! 👍🏻 Thx
Wow so much CRUD under there! But looks like they do a good job of trapping the dirt under the tiles. Haha looked like you were doing a little dance clipping them back together.. the Swisstrax Jive! Haha hope you're keeping well!
It will depend on the pitch of the floor to the drain. You may have an area that “floats” above the drain. At 16” square, the Ribtrax tiles are not going to conform to a steeper grade. I hope that makes sense. I have a 6’ section that drops down an inch to feed my channel drain and the tiles do a pretty good job of following the pitch. It really is a thing you’d have to just take a leap of faith with.
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Masks the dirt. But would rinse the floor when your done anyway so a good epoxy floor would be good also. My only reason on looking into it is for water management. Help keep my feet and the vehicle up out of the water after the initial wash. Do you have any input on that? First video Iam watching about these style floors
I have a bunch of videos that chronicle my experience with this style of floor. Reach out if you have any questions that aren’t addressed here: ua-cam.com/play/PLBkcWYR7ZEzhsA1c8tAWi-kWVIeJ4abtF.html
Would pine needles get stuck in the swisstrax? Pine needles blow onto our driveway and are tracked into our garage via tires and foot traffic (blower works great to remove pine needles). However, when rain and sleet falls, our cars dry in our garage but the floor becomes wet. I'd like to try Swisstrax to keep the foot traffic surface dry...but if pine needles get trapped, it will be a pointless soggy mess. What's your take on this?
If pine needles currently invade your garage, you’ll find them building up in the “vents” of the tiles or falling straight through to the floor. I get some garden debris in my garage, but when I do my periodic clean like featured in this video, it all just rinses out no problem.
Haha! That ending! Rick, you ever thought about dropping some degreaser in the foam cannon with some soap (just to help it adhere) and foaming the concrete before pressure washing? Also, when you get the new pressure washer, please document the install. Would love to see the build. Awesome as always man! 💪🏼🙏🏼
That's an interesting idea, John. I find the floor cleans up pretty good since I apply a chemical sealant to it every couple of years. But, next time I feel it requires more than a pressure wash, I'll be sure to heed your advice! Keep the suggesting coming! I will definitely document the pressure washer project once it begins.
John, if you do decide to pull any triggers, can you drop me a line? I am part of the OG affiliate program now. Perhaps you could be my guinea pig to see if the system works!
It never makes it to the street. There is a thin gap between the garage floor and the driveway, but because the floor sort of slows the flow of water, the water that makes its way though the edge pieces usually evaporates. I am going to have an actual trench drain installed so all water will drain to a large capacity catch basin that I will have to manual bail out or pump the water out of. Stay tuned!
Interesting video Rick. I bet you wish you had underfloor drainage like Mitch out at Regina (I can’t spell Saskatchewan!) The blue stubbing device for the swisstrax must be the Zamboni of cliplock cleaners 😂😂😂😎
A drain would be nice, but I think it would also be a bit tricky since I wouldn't really be able to wash the amount of dirt down that drain that the floor generates. I guess there is always a way work around those challenges. If things keep going they way they are going, I am going to have a trench/catch basin installed. That's a little ways down the road though. I'm jealous of Mitch for many reasons, not just his drain! LOL
What other flooring systems are you considering. I used to have a RaceDeck and it performed well. I just really love the look, design and quality of the Swisstrax tiles. They look exquisitely crafted when you have one up close, versus mass produced like other brands. Feel free to shoot me an email at radgarageyyc@gmail.com. Also, check out my flooring page of my website at www.radgarage.ca/swisstrax-floor.html.
I've had a similar flooring system in my man cave garage for half a decade or more. I have never thought of taking it apart and moving outside to get it clean. My mind is blown. It disgusts me how bad it can get and now I have a real solution. Thanks.
I’m a bit late to finding this video, but I recently just moved to the Midwest (northern Indiana) and looking to go the swisstrax route for my garage. How is your slab holding up with the winter run off? Do you seal the concrete in the garage?
I do seal the garage floor every couple years. This protects it from the salt and debris it sees all winter long. I'm very pleased with how my garage slab has aged. It is 12 years old and look brand new except for the stress cracks that are par for the course up here with our weather fluctuations.
Yeah, floor jacks and jack stands are not going to work without digging into the tiles. That can be easily remedied by using a piece of rubber or wood as protection. I have a QuickJack that does a great job of evenly distributing the weight of a vehicle, but the concentrated pressure of a jack or jack stand will cause damage to the tiles unless protected like I said. I hope that helps.
I haven’t noticed any stains on my floor, but I can imagine the porous nature of the plastic could potentially absorb certain liquid chemicals. Are you experiencing such issues?
Hi Rick ! Just finished my breakfast watching you. So I am proud to say that I am pretty crazy! Yes Sir I watched a guy 5000 miles away from me cleaning his car and his garage. So what ?? Glad to see the sun is coming back.I guess we all need it because we are sooo whitey ha ha. Shorts betrayed you... Btw loved that litlle dance you did to fasten the floor. Enough with the jokes, that video made my day start with fun. Stay safe my friend and why not starting to play the guitar ha ha ha ! Warm regards. Gregg
My shorts definitely betrayed me! LOL I am now going to focus on sealing the exposed aggregate driveway and staining the carriage door. Thanks for starting your day with me! Stay RAD!
Rick buddy , your garage is every car enthusiast’s dream garage. I notice you do a lot, if not all your washes indoors. Under your flooring, is your concrete treated or coated with anything special? Any concerns about water causing more/bigger cracks? Especially in the winter? I’m sure your heaters help in that aspect though.
You kind of summed it all up in your question. I do lay a coat of concrete sealer down every summer which helps protect the concrete slab from absorbing water and soaps. The floor is approaching 10 years old and is in fantastic condition. The only cracks I have are very normal for concrete up here where we have a constant freeze/thaw cycle. Some of my neighbors who don't seal their concrete have lots of cracking at the front of their pad where it meets the driveway. Water gets in little cracks and expands in teh winter causing all kinds of mayhem. I do my best to keep that part of the floor free from snow and ice in the winter and it has really helped. It's a constant battle and if it isn't an obsession like it is with me, the elements do take their toll.
The bottom of the Swisstrax tiles are pretty easily cleaned with the pressure washer. It’s mostly the top of the tiles that require the most time to get clean since that’s where the majority of dirt, mud and salt harden.
What is the benefit of using the Swiss trax over a quality high end epoxy floor coating?? Is it just the cushiness and dirt hiding capabilities vs being able to sweep and mop a coating?
I have about a dozen reasons Swisstrax is a better choice in my garage than epoxy. One of these days, I will list them all but the number one reason is that the garage floors up here are wet almost year round and the Swisstrax allows my to work on a dry surface year-round. It looks better than those cheesy flakes and it comes in all kind of colours and designs. It's cheaper and it lasts forever unlike an epoxy coat that begins deteriorating the second you lay it down. It makes for a more comfortable surface to walk on. Like you said, it also helps hide dirt and debris that I would otherwise have to mop/sweep/vacuum. It does come with a maintenance commitment but it is worth it in my opinion for the reasons I have listed here.
Not really. That said, if it is a very humid day and slightly cold outside, I don't wash inside the garage. Things can get quite foggy under those conditions. I don't ever get water on the drywall.
Okay so I love the floor but I think the problem I have with it is that its not really a protective layer for the concrete. The reason why people do epoxy is because it actually creates a layer of protection between the porous concrete and the dirt/water that gets tracked into the garage. Would there not still be the concern that salt dirt etc will eat away at your concrete over time?
Concrete is more durable than people give it credit for. Water isn't going to damage your pad, but the salt will so that's why I seal my floor every year. The salt eats away at the epoxy as well, and I have yet to see an epoxy style floor endure consecutive Canadian winters. There's no perfect solution, but Swisstrax works very well for me. Thanks for watching.
I now have a catch basin that collects the water that enters the garage, but for years I didn’t. Water tends to evaporate rather quickly in our dry climate here so it wasn’t really an issue.
Dang, wonder what that does to the air quality having all that dirt and chemical residue sitting under there. Thinking the porcelain tile route is the way to go
Flooring in a garage that sees washes and detailing has a lot of things to consider. I wish it were as easy as "one size fits all", but it just ain't the case!
Hi Rick, are the tiles along the edges solid and are they also swisstrax? Great vid btw….covering the perspective of what it is like to live with a product is key.
Thanks for the question. The solid tiles are called Vinyltrax by Swisstrax. I have the black oak style. Lots more info here: www.RADGarage.ca/Swisstrax-floor.html
Hi there, enjoy your videos...quick question sir...I don't see a floor drain in your garage, I plan to add Swisstrax, do you have any issues with washing normally in the garage? It seems the floor this may be another benefit of the Swisstrax?
There's been some new development in the drainage department since this video was uploaded. Feel free to check out this series I put together chronicling my drainage projects from last year:
Hey Rick, I will be laying down siwsstrax next week and need to add a sealer to my garage floor. You mentioned in a previous video that you put down a sealer every year, do you have a specific product you can recommend? Thanks!
I use the same high gloss sealer I use on my exposed aggregate driveway. It makes the smooth concrete floor extremely slippery when wet but once the Swisstrax is installed it’s a moot point. Ill shoot you the link to the form I use and you can take a look at what they offer. There may be a less glossy version that would keep things less slippery.
Hey Rick, I recently pulled my Swisstrax out for a good cleaning, and noticed that it was more difficult than expected to clean off the staining where the tires of the cars commonly rest. Wondering if you have a recommended chemical for that purpose?
@@joshuaalbright I haven’t had to deal with any rubber transfer with the light Pearl tiles. I suspect an APC and agitation will be all you can really do to combat it. I use a diluted solution of water and Extra Tough APC on my Slate tiles and it seems to be working. What All Purpose Cleaners do you currently have?
@@RADGarage thanks Rick - that's what I assumed as well. I've used Optimum Power Clean but I was running low so I couldn't apply the volume of cleaner I'd typically use for a tougher job like this. I'll get some more and see how I get on. Thanks!
Did your buddy release the tool? I’d like to buy one if avail. Also, I LOL when I saw 1CM = 6 inches . I was like huh, then saw the “only kidding”. Love my SwissTrax too. Great garage flooring. After writing this I went through my tools and found that a long reach pivot nose pliers is the perfect tool for popping SwissTrax tiles. Just another alternative that many probably have in the toolbox!
Haha. I like messing around with people a bit! Glad to hear you are enjoying the benefits of your Swisstrax floor. I have used many little tools to pop tiles, but now that I have the drain and find myself popping tiles so often, the tool my buddy created is invaluable to me. It's for sale on the Obsessed Garage website. A bit pricey, but I couldn't live without it: bit.ly/3qTtv7b
Maybe you could do a live stream showing us where the water goes and we can super chat you until we(your loyal subscribers) pay for your Comet wall solution!!
Not at all. The vinyltrax tiles fit together very tightly. I did a more thorough garage floor clean today and pulled out the vinyltrax. There was no water hiding under there.
@@RADGarage Thanks. I want create a perimeter along the sides of the my garage (except the actual garage door) using Vinyltrax where the storage cabinets/heavier tools would sit on.
Yes, you can pressure wash them in place. That could cause some deflection of water and it also doesn’t address the compiled dirt on the garage floor underneath. It’s versatile but maintenance is going to depend on your environment and your level of commitment to garage maintenance.
Hi amazing content. You said you choose the comet solution from obsessed garage. Why’s that instead of the Kranzle? Im asking because Im looking for one of those two...
I am too trigger shy with the Kranzle. That's a LOT of dough to fork out and there is absolutely no customer support up here in Canada. If something were to malfunction, I wouldn't want to be losing sleep over how much a fix was going to cost me.
Hey, wierd question, as im sure u have tried every way of cleaning your floor.. But have u tried washing with the swisstrak floor on? Or will it just collect dirt?
With that much mud on the floor, you HAVE to remove the floor. Spraying it would lead to muddy overspray getting everywhere and the various channels on the bottom of the tiles would allow the dirt to cling and hide. I have done a few videos on quick cleans, but the only way to really clean the floor is to remove the floor. That's ten years of experience talking.
@@RADGarage Yes sir. I will definitely go Swisstrax, but haven't decided on color. I like the Pearl Grey or Pearl Silver. I'll probably ask for some samples prior to making my decision.
Hi buddy, I liked your floor. I think I am going to get Swisstrack for my garage too. By the way, does your garage gets very humid after parking your car in the winter? Do you have a exhaust fan to get rid of the humidity?
Awesome video! My question is how do you deal with scratches? I’ve only had mine 2 weeks and I have quite a few surface scratches already from dragging things on the floor. I don’t know why I thought it would be more durable. I don’t really see anyone talking about this. Is this something that you just have to deal with?
@@cnosby Sorry Chris, this comment got lost in the mix. I do notice some fine scratches on the ribs of my tiles but you have to look real close to see them. Some colours probably do a better job of hiding them than others. The majority of my floor is Slate Grey and it shows very little wear in my experience.
Between this channel and Garage Journal...I've been following you for years. I have a small "three car" garage (about 19x27') and you've given me so many ideas of how to outfit my garage and maximize space. Quick question for you that I don't recall you addressing...how do you deal with humidity in your garage from washing indoors in the winter? Do you have a dehumidifier?
That's awesome. I started sharing my garage story back in 2012 which seems like eons ago. I don't have humidity issues at all. In the winter, I don't use a pressure washer in the garage because that turns into a fog storm real quick. I mostly perform rinseless washes on cold winter nights. The alpine air here is super dry so I have been "lucky" that way.
How long have you had the Swisstrax? I wonder what the impact of having all that dirt/grime/mud/water/salt/moisture sitting on concrete over time. I'm considering Swisstrax-ing my garage floor, and debating whether I should fill the cracks and apply a concrete sealer first. Thanks!
All that dirt/grime/mud/water/salt and moisture is on the floor for many months of the year regardless of whether I have a tile floor system. The average person around here very rarely (if ever) rinses out the floor of their garage in the winter. Trust me, I'm the only one who does it on my block and I always get the stares. The benefit for me, is that I don't have to walk around in all that crud on a daily basis like everyone else. If you go this route, you do need to weigh several factors. I'm more than happy to continue the conversation to help you make the decision that is best for you and your situation. Just hit me up at radgarageyyc@gmail.com and we can chat!
Hi, does the garage start smelling or anything from all the moisture and grime under the floor? I’m in the pacific NW and we get tons of rain. 9 months out of the year my floor is wet and it makes my garage smell.
Hi Michael. I hope things are going well for you in the PNW. Probably my favorite place to visit. We have friends on the river just North of Wenatchee. I'm pretty fortunate in the aspect that the air here is super dry so humidity is just not something that I ever have to deal with. My garage is approaching ten years old and I haven't seen a single sign of moisture-related damage. In the winter, a lot of guck and grime gets tracked into the garage by the car, but the heater does a great job of drying everything up and then I just wait for my opportunity to clean it out once the weather is mild. I hope that helps provide a picture of what I am dealing with up here in the cold, thin, dry alpine air of Calgary!
Right on! I’m in the PDX area. I recently sealed my garage floor so that should help the smell. I am wanting the modular flooring. Just worried that standing water under it would make it feel/smell musky. Heater isn’t an option really since it’s uninsulated garage.
Nothing really. There isn’t a lot. Just the cars coming in wet and dripping. I’m more concerned the water mixed with the road grime and gunk sitting under the floor. I feel like I would be cleaning under it a lot.
Yup, the pitch of your garage floor is the most important factor. If you garage floor allows water to pool, it will be a pain. I'm pretty lucky since my garage floor has a really nice gradual pitch to it. Keep thinking about it and let me know if you have any other questions. I love this stuff. You can always hit me up at www.radgarage.ca/contact.html
@@RADGarage Concrete can get condensation build up when its cold outside, making it slick and wet. I'm wondering if this product gets condensation build up.
North America isn't quite where Europe is with regulations surrounding washing your cars at your own home. It's tightening up, so that's why I am going to be tackling a new floor project in the coming weeks. Stay tuned.
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@@RADGarage thank you bro! :) is it possible to buy this flor in europe? Damn, looks so great! u doing great job ! :)
I think you can get Swisstrax in Europe. I don't know if they have a European distributor or if they just ship it from the States. You should check out www.swisstrax.com.
Hey Rick! Have you considered using a squeegee after pressure washing the concrete floor? I find it picks up the dirt better and it dries a lot faster.
Hi Toni. I actually did squeegee the floor off camera while my camera battery was charging. I find it extremely satisfying. Although, that said, with the big door open, that garage dries in a matter of 5-10 minutes. It's hard to believe, but it is true. The thin, dry alpine air is actually helpful in that regard.
You should get yourself a foam squeegee for the floor not a rubber one, with the foam one you’d be amazed how fast your garage floor dries out using the foam squeegee.
RAD what are your thoughts on your adams detailing seat? Do you feel like it’s very plastic’y and cheap for the price? I thought it would be Much more strong and sturdy
I'm pretty sure it's a standard stool that you can find with other logos/brands on it. I'm not in love with it, but I do like how well the casters roll on my Swisstrax and I find it is the perfect height. I haven't felt like it wasn't strong enough to support my slender 210 pound frame!
RAD GARAGE I agree that its sturdy enough to hold my 225 pound frame. I expected it to be made of more steel than plastic. And yes it is a generic stool, I know griots has the same one. I can admit it’s a perfect height for wheel cleaning, and I use it to apply my after wash ceramic coating spray sealants on the lower panels of the car.. way easier to roll around and apply than be on my knees moving around. It’s definitely saving my knees and back when washing my wheels.
I guess it depends on how much maintenance a person enjoys doing. I happen to really enjoy maintaining my garage, yard, house etc. If someone is looking for a low-maintenance way of maintaining a clean garage floor in a four-season climate, I just don't think it exists. Let me know if you have any other questions about how I keep things neat and tidy in my garage.
I was waiting to see the the mop and bucket get tossed into the garbage bin at the end of the video. Honestly a little disappointed I missed that part.
Nice video, but this to be is just a horribly designed floor - to have completely uninstall the floor anytime you want to clean it is insane to me. Why not a solid interlocking floor? I'm researching floors and was told to look at this brand, but my first thought was why is it open and how do you clean it? Now I know! Yikes!
@@GB-yv3uv It totally depends on the weather. Freezing winter temps mean I can’t take the floor out onto the driveway. If we get a nice warm spell, it is possible. Probably 4-5 times per year.
Depends on the situation. I’ve had it for over a decade and it has allowed me to maximize my enjoyment of my garage. Feel free to check out my other videos showcasing how Swisstrax has been the right choice for me. ua-cam.com/play/PLBkcWYR7ZEzhsA1c8tAWi-kWVIeJ4abtF.html&si=lITdHFvJGkTf7wIG
Awesome as always Rick. Almost looking forward to doing this to my floor when it’s dirty enough! I like the little detail geek shout-out at the end. Need some humour in the covid times! Keep it up!
I'm just so sick of people assuming I am him because of my good looks.
Ok, the ending was gold. I never thought I'd be enthralled watching some dude clean a garage floor, but you made it happen! When you click the tiles back together, it looks like you're fencing. Dodge one, Parry two. :D
Thanks Jody. Just goes to prove that if you take your time with the filming process, ANYTHING can look good! I love the fencing reference. Totally!
Lol.... I came here to say the same thing. For the ending and the fencing! Lol. What you need to do, is get a twin to come out and pretend to help you!
Thanks for sharing this. I think you have just convinced me to go down another route to my garage floor, what a palaver having to take the floor apart to clean under it.
You gotta weigh the pros and cons. For me, the pros of this floor far outweigh the cons and I don’t mind cleaning things. But, I get why some people would not want to go down this route. To each their own and I hope you find a system that works for you. 🤘
PS.. “palaver” is a great word!
The clock is soon 1:am here and I am watching a man in canada cleaning his garage floor. The floor got dirty when he cleaned his wheel wells. It makes no sense at all but i LOVE IT! Fantastic vid as always! Tied shoe laces this time. And there must be spring in the air because the flip flops are back.
Ha! I'm trying to tidy myself up for you! LOL
I thought there was some sort of tray under the tiles and drainage! Didn't realise it was just the tiles straight on top of the concrete garage floor. It depresses me when my garage is untidy and dirty! More so when I've been doing a job on my S5 and there are tools and waste everywhere. Feel much better once it's swept and vac'd.
Great channel that many just wouldn't understand the interest!
You make a great point about many people not really understanding what is going on here at RAD Garage. I don't think my wife even understands it! Let me know if you have any questions about Swisstrax and you can also visit my Swisstrax page on my website at www.radgarage.ca/swisstrax-floor.html
Thanks for sharing how to clean a Swisstrax. This helps me consider this floor. Otherwise, I'm thinking of a removable tile floor that doesn't have vented grids.
In my experience, you will find a way to maintain any floor system you decide on. There are going to be pros and cons for each, but Swisstrax has way more pros for my purposes, so it has turned out to be a great choice. Good luck with your decision. It is a tricky process for sure.
I have drains on each side of my two car garage. Obviously has a little slope down towards each. How do you think that would effect flooring like this?
The tile floor will adapt to the slope of the floor, to an extent. I have a 1" drop from both sides to my channel drain. I am lucky in the fact that where the flat portion of the floor begins to angle down to the drain, the tiles don't connect. This is rather hard to explain, but basically because the tiles aren't connecting with each other where the pitch begins, I don't have any issues with the tiles disconnecting when that part of the floor is walked or driven on. My 1" drop happens in a short span of about 3 feet so it's a bit extreme. If your change in pitch is less extreme, I don't see how you would have any problems laying down a Swisstrax floor. I hope that makes sense.
I wondered you process for cleaning under that flooring.. .and now I know! And you're right, it's definitely satisfying transforming something from dirty to clean. At the moment, since I don't wash in my garage, I've been mounting as much stuff to my walls and off the floors or into cabinets so when I start to see leaves or dirt build up, I just hit it with my Ego leaf blower. Much easier to blow our the garage when stuff is off the floor and put away and away from the cross-hairs of my leaf blower haha
Leaf blower is definitely one way to go. I am happy that I don't have a bunch of stuff to move when I clean my garage. Makes life way more convenient. Thanks, Scott. Have a great weekend!
You da man! Nice touch on The Detail Geek
Haha. Thanks. I'm obsessed with him and his 1-million plus followers.
@@RADGarage I bet you will get there one day!
Another excellent satisfying video to watch. When life returns a little more to normal, I’m looking to buy and install a SwissTrax floor. I bought a few sample tiles for color and I liked your look so much, I bought some exactly like your colors. Looks very professional and not gaudy! Thank you for sharing all your methods!
Awesome! I love it when people approve of my design choices. Let me know if the time comes and I can refer you to a guy. If you want...
RAD GARAGE Thank You! I bought my samples from Obsessed Garage. I watch his channel all the time too!
Tim Roscoe We should touch base before you pull any triggers.
RAD GARAGE Perfect. Thank you. Hopefully in a couple of months!
Comet great choice! Obsessed garage is a great place that guy sets things up the way the manufacturer should but dosen't!!!
Yes, Matt M has long been the guy that puts waaaaay too much thought into things. I think the Comet is the right fit for me. Just a matter of committing which is tough at the moment. Hopefully soon though.
Kinda wierd?...LOL....Absolutely ! LOL Just an amazing video Rick and it really shows the quality of the Swisstrax floor that it not only handles all that you put on it, but also how easy it is to remove from the cement floor and clean thoroughly. Now the floor looks as good as it did when you first installed it. Well done !!! (Mike in Ohio)
Thanks Mike. It is actually quite incredible how many questions I get about how I keep the Swisstrax clean, so hopefully videos like this will give people a clear picture of what is required. Now that my SQ5 is completely dialed in and the garage is completely clean, I don't know what to do with myself. I think I'll be sealing the driveway next. Then, re-staining the carriage door. Stay tuned!
Great video, thanks! Good point - when jet washing the wheel arches on my block-paving driveway, I have to move the car and wash down the paving. Otherwise I’m walk round in the mud.
I love being elevated above whatever mess is flowing on the floor. Plus, working with electrical equipment on a wet slab just isn't a risk I'm willing to take.
RAD GARAGE plus the tracking reduces the splash back. Btw still planning to do my garage but unable to get rid of my daughter’s uni furniture yet. Was donating to charity before the lockdown.
Hello! Thanks again for an excellent video. I just installed the Comet Static 1700 from Obsessed Garage and absolutely love it. Once you have it up on the wall it saves you a lot of time. Also love your flooring. My next garage project is to install Swisstrax, I am just playing around with designs right now.
Yes, I am getting pumped at the prospect of installing a Comet to my wall. It'l be so much more convenient. Hey, do me a favor and click the OG Swisstrax link in my video description if and when you place your order and let me know if you have any questions at all regarding Swisstrax.
Great video on how to care for this product. I was wondering about doing mine with a solid outline on the outside and ribbing inside but was worried about the cleanliness but this video has helped me clear up several questions.
Happy to hear the video helped you make your decision. The solid tiles are great for everything except driving on imo.
Have you ordered yet?
Not yet, will be looking to do so soon. I was originally trying to set up my garage so everything would be able to roll out, cabinets, shelves and what not for easy clean up from time to time but seeing how the solids look and function in areas where I now will have to place bolted in cabinets, I'm now convinced that a setup such as what you have will work for me since I will just have to pull and clean the ce reps from time to time.
I hear exactly where you are coming from. Drop me a line at radgarageyyc@gmail.com before you place an order. I'd love to throw some ideas at ya.
Lol! Love it my friend! Keep them coming buddy👍
You want to see a guy seal his driveway? Cause if you do, I got a channel for you! Stay tuned.
Great job cleaning the flooring !!!!!!!! I agree - the awesome feeling of seeing something go from nasty to very clean ! :-)
Clean living makes me happy! 🤘
Those tiles look like all the water, dust, crap goes underneath it, and
might not flow out. After it will start to smell, I think it should be
solid so nothing can get under neath it. Looks good.
I like the free flow tiles so I don’t have to walk on a wet muddy floor. They do have solid style tiles too, but this works for me. Let me assure you, my garage smells minty fresh. Thanks for stopping by. I have lots more videos showcasing my floor and how I maintain it. Feel free to check them out.
@@RADGarage I would like to see the solid tiles, and the colors. Do you happen to know where I can buy these, please?
Love the video. Can’t wait to get my Swiss trax this spring. Glad to see another local to Calgary UA-cam
You’ll love what it’ll do for your garage in terms of appearance as well as functionality. Take care. Use the RAD discount when you order.
Ok, thanks for sharing this. I am gonna stay with my first idea ! Epoxy floor , period !
@@GuillaumeR-n6e Epoxy does work for a lot of people. With the winter mess that gets dragged in on a daily basis 7-8 months a year, I would be forever mopping my floor. The ST works for me. Thanks for watching and good luck with your floor.
Hi,
This video was great. Thanks for sharing. I purchased one but due to the usage in the sand for events it got scratched. Will buffing the flooring help?
Are they very light scratches or deep?
Another great video, love the tiles, probably going with them in my garage. Also is that stained concrete driveway? Like to know more info on it if so, love the look and I have to redo my driveway thanks. It looks like exposed aggregate actually
The Swisstrax adds a lot of style and practically to my garage. Having no worries about water and dirt on the surface is key to my survival. My driveway is regularly sealed with a high gloss acrylic sealer which accentuates the natural tones of the exposed aggregate. I have to do it again this summer.
@RADGarage thanks for the quick reply, yea it looks great both the tiles and driveway. I don't have a detail business, just my own stuff and prob won't be washing inside so hopefully won't be doing that much cleaning
@@Mikek6771 It sounds like a solid plan.
Great video Rick! Love the Detail Geek reference. Lol. 👍🇨🇦
He's the king.
I've got the AR Blue Clean version of the same pressure washer you have and I too am dreaming of picking up the Comet Static from OG. Great minds think alike I guess!?
Yes, if you do decide to order the Comet, using my OG affiliate link will earn me bonus points with the big guy! Wink wink nudge nudge.
Why the comet over the kranzle? I ask because I am about to jump aswell and wanna gather your thoughts.
I’d take a look at that AR630TSS as well. I’ve had mine for a while now and it’s been a great machine and priced well too!
The ar takes a dedicated 20a and has a lower build quality then the comet from OGs research. Only reason it's not on my radar.
I just can't stomach the price on the Kranzle. What if it broke down? I can't take the risk.
FPSWick yes it does call for a dedicated 20amp circuit, which I was fortunate to have one in a great location of my garage. As far as build quality, its holding up great for me and since I don’t have OG money, it was a great option too. I also have really appreciated the customer support at AR. I was given a direct email correspondence to the techs over there and they have been great assisting me for sizing hoses and proper tips to use and just general inquiries I’ve had. The tech at AR also sent me some good info on use rating numbers for my machine and it completely contradicts what Matt and Kyle were telling me what to use with my AR630TSS. I’d rather listen to the tech and keep my warranty intact, than to go with what OG was saying to use. You don’t have to break the bank to get performance in everything detailing! 👍🏻 Thx
@@RADGarage I just went back to the sight I didn't realize the comet was only 250ish USD. That's a no brainer then.
I do have the same floor and I do love it too 👌👌pretty much have all the same tools 🤷♂️🤷♂️😎
Great minds think alike!
Wow so much CRUD under there! But looks like they do a good job of trapping the dirt under the tiles. Haha looked like you were doing a little dance clipping them back together.. the Swisstrax Jive! Haha hope you're keeping well!
Prestige Detailing Studio It’s called the Swisstrax Shuffle. I did a whole video on Instagram!
@@RADGarage ohhh yea that rolls off the tongue better! I'm gonna go find it!
Our 3 car garage has a floor drain in the middle and the floor is generously pitched to feed the drain. Do you think this floor will conform to that??
It will depend on the pitch of the floor to the drain. You may have an area that “floats” above the drain. At 16” square, the Ribtrax tiles are not going to conform to a steeper grade. I hope that makes sense. I have a 6’ section that drops down an inch to feed my channel drain and the tiles do a pretty good job of following the pitch. It really is a thing you’d have to just take a leap of faith with.
Saludos excelente video, de que tamaños dividio las 3 secciones cuanto mide cada seccion largo x ancho gracias desde PR
Secciono 4 fichas de ancho y aproximadamente 18 fichas de largo. A veces los separo en secciones más pequeñas. Simplemente depende del tipo de humor que tenga ese día.
Dream garage right there!
Thanks. I love it and never take it for granted.
Masks the dirt. But would rinse the floor when your done anyway so a good epoxy floor would be good also. My only reason on looking into it is for water management. Help keep my feet and the vehicle up out of the water after the initial wash. Do you have any input on that? First video Iam watching about these style floors
I have a bunch of videos that chronicle my experience with this style of floor. Reach out if you have any questions that aren’t addressed here: ua-cam.com/play/PLBkcWYR7ZEzhsA1c8tAWi-kWVIeJ4abtF.html
Would pine needles get stuck in the swisstrax? Pine needles blow onto our driveway and are tracked into our garage via tires and foot traffic (blower works great to remove pine needles). However, when rain and sleet falls, our cars dry in our garage but the floor becomes wet. I'd like to try Swisstrax to keep the foot traffic surface dry...but if pine needles get trapped, it will be a pointless soggy mess. What's your take on this?
If pine needles currently invade your garage, you’ll find them building up in the “vents” of the tiles or falling straight through to the floor. I get some garden debris in my garage, but when I do my periodic clean like featured in this video, it all just rinses out no problem.
Haha! That ending! Rick, you ever thought about dropping some degreaser in the foam cannon with some soap (just to help it adhere) and foaming the concrete before pressure washing? Also, when you get the new pressure washer, please document the install. Would love to see the build. Awesome as always man! 💪🏼🙏🏼
That's an interesting idea, John. I find the floor cleans up pretty good since I apply a chemical sealant to it every couple of years. But, next time I feel it requires more than a pressure wash, I'll be sure to heed your advice! Keep the suggesting coming! I will definitely document the pressure washer project once it begins.
RAD GARAGE Yeah, just a thought. Awesome, I spent like two hours at Obsessed last night looking at the Comet's. Loving what I see! 😉💪🏼
John, if you do decide to pull any triggers, can you drop me a line? I am part of the OG affiliate program now. Perhaps you could be my guinea pig to see if the system works!
RAD GARAGE For sure. You'll probably beat me to it. I have a baby girl coming within the next week. 😳☺️
Congrats!
Was wondering where the water drained off too. Some drainage slot at the door it appears like.
Not really any drainage other than gravity. The pitch of my floor directs water out of the garage.
@@RADGarage Oh wow ok, so ultimately it runs around to the street drainage.
Savage looking floor btw.
It never makes it to the street. There is a thin gap between the garage floor and the driveway, but because the floor sort of slows the flow of water, the water that makes its way though the edge pieces usually evaporates. I am going to have an actual trench drain installed so all water will drain to a large capacity catch basin that I will have to manual bail out or pump the water out of. Stay tuned!
Interesting video Rick. I bet you wish you had underfloor drainage like Mitch out at Regina (I can’t spell Saskatchewan!) The blue stubbing device for the swisstrax must be the Zamboni of cliplock cleaners 😂😂😂😎
A drain would be nice, but I think it would also be a bit tricky since I wouldn't really be able to wash the amount of dirt down that drain that the floor generates. I guess there is always a way work around those challenges. If things keep going they way they are going, I am going to have a trench/catch basin installed. That's a little ways down the road though. I'm jealous of Mitch for many reasons, not just his drain! LOL
I am looking for one of these types of garage floors. Is there one or more things that you can say that makes Swisstrax stand above the competition?
What other flooring systems are you considering. I used to have a RaceDeck and it performed well. I just really love the look, design and quality of the Swisstrax tiles. They look exquisitely crafted when you have one up close, versus mass produced like other brands. Feel free to shoot me an email at radgarageyyc@gmail.com. Also, check out my flooring page of my website at www.radgarage.ca/swisstrax-floor.html.
I've had a similar flooring system in my man cave garage for half a decade or more. I have never thought of taking it apart and moving outside to get it clean. My mind is blown. It disgusts me how bad it can get and now I have a real solution. Thanks.
Necessity is the mother of all invention!
hahahahha ending was amazing!! that surface cleaner did a great job, floor looks great!!
That floor cleaner is so cool. I'm sure it is saving me money on my water bill, too.
I’m a bit late to finding this video, but I recently just moved to the Midwest (northern Indiana) and looking to go the swisstrax route for my garage. How is your slab holding up with the winter run off? Do you seal the concrete in the garage?
I do seal the garage floor every couple years. This protects it from the salt and debris it sees all winter long. I'm very pleased with how my garage slab has aged. It is 12 years old and look brand new except for the stress cracks that are par for the course up here with our weather fluctuations.
Will a jack stand or a 3tonne trolley jack with the weight of the vehicle on the Swiss track damage them. Thanks!
Yeah, floor jacks and jack stands are not going to work without digging into the tiles. That can be easily remedied by using a piece of rubber or wood as protection. I have a QuickJack that does a great job of evenly distributing the weight of a vehicle, but the concentrated pressure of a jack or jack stand will cause damage to the tiles unless protected like I said. I hope that helps.
How do you clean silver tile tire dressing stains?
I haven’t noticed any stains on my floor, but I can imagine the porous nature of the plastic could potentially absorb certain liquid chemicals. Are you experiencing such issues?
Hi Rick !
Just finished my breakfast watching you.
So I am proud to say that I am pretty crazy!
Yes Sir I watched a guy 5000 miles away from me cleaning his car and his garage.
So what ??
Glad to see the sun is coming back.I guess we all need it because we are sooo whitey ha ha. Shorts betrayed you...
Btw loved that litlle dance you did to fasten the floor.
Enough with the jokes, that video made my day start with fun.
Stay safe my friend and why not starting to play the guitar ha ha ha !
Warm regards.
Gregg
My shorts definitely betrayed me! LOL
I am now going to focus on sealing the exposed aggregate driveway and staining the carriage door.
Thanks for starting your day with me! Stay RAD!
@@RADGarage i hope that sentence was right.
My legs really need to see the sun too ha ha.
Good to see you smile and enjoy your passion.
Cheers
Great stuff as always, and yes, I’m only slightly weird....haha x
Yes, only "slightly". LOL
Rick buddy , your garage is every car enthusiast’s dream garage. I notice you do a lot, if not all your washes indoors. Under your flooring, is your concrete treated or coated with anything special? Any concerns about water causing more/bigger cracks? Especially in the winter? I’m sure your heaters help in that aspect though.
You kind of summed it all up in your question. I do lay a coat of concrete sealer down every summer which helps protect the concrete slab from absorbing water and soaps. The floor is approaching 10 years old and is in fantastic condition. The only cracks I have are very normal for concrete up here where we have a constant freeze/thaw cycle. Some of my neighbors who don't seal their concrete have lots of cracking at the front of their pad where it meets the driveway. Water gets in little cracks and expands in teh winter causing all kinds of mayhem. I do my best to keep that part of the floor free from snow and ice in the winter and it has really helped. It's a constant battle and if it isn't an obsession like it is with me, the elements do take their toll.
Good evening. Great video
ahcene abbas Thank you.
I have a deep garage which fits my boat with a tandem axle trailer. Do you think these tiles could handle that?
Oh yeah. There's guys with Swisstrax floors in their airplane hangers.
This video was hypnotizing
Haha. Yeah, it does have a hypnotic effect.
How dirty was bottom side of swisstrac? Do you wash it off with pressure?
The bottom of the Swisstrax tiles are pretty easily cleaned with the pressure washer. It’s mostly the top of the tiles that require the most time to get clean since that’s where the majority of dirt, mud and salt harden.
So the water from washing the cars will just run outside from the garage door? I always wondered how that works.
Yes.
What is the benefit of using the Swiss trax over a quality high end epoxy floor coating?? Is it just the cushiness and dirt hiding capabilities vs being able to sweep and mop a coating?
I have about a dozen reasons Swisstrax is a better choice in my garage than epoxy. One of these days, I will list them all but the number one reason is that the garage floors up here are wet almost year round and the Swisstrax allows my to work on a dry surface year-round. It looks better than those cheesy flakes and it comes in all kind of colours and designs. It's cheaper and it lasts forever unlike an epoxy coat that begins deteriorating the second you lay it down. It makes for a more comfortable surface to walk on. Like you said, it also helps hide dirt and debris that I would otherwise have to mop/sweep/vacuum. It does come with a maintenance commitment but it is worth it in my opinion for the reasons I have listed here.
Does washing inside your garage always effect ur drywall?
Not really. That said, if it is a very humid day and slightly cold outside, I don't wash inside the garage. Things can get quite foggy under those conditions. I don't ever get water on the drywall.
@@RADGarage fair enough only on wheels lol appreciate the reply
Okay so I love the floor but I think the problem I have with it is that its not really a protective layer for the concrete. The reason why people do epoxy is because it actually creates a layer of protection between the porous concrete and the dirt/water that gets tracked into the garage. Would there not still be the concern that salt dirt etc will eat away at your concrete over time?
Concrete is more durable than people give it credit for. Water isn't going to damage your pad, but the salt will so that's why I seal my floor every year. The salt eats away at the epoxy as well, and I have yet to see an epoxy style floor endure consecutive Canadian winters. There's no perfect solution, but Swisstrax works very well for me. Thanks for watching.
Do you have a drain in your garage to do car washes and is it needed?
I now have a catch basin that collects the water that enters the garage, but for years I didn’t. Water tends to evaporate rather quickly in our dry climate here so it wasn’t really an issue.
Dang, wonder what that does to the air quality having all that dirt and chemical residue sitting under there. Thinking the porcelain tile route is the way to go
Don’t slip!
@@RADGarage I know, seriously. Hoping R13 tiles will do the trick there, but we shall see
Flooring in a garage that sees washes and detailing has a lot of things to consider. I wish it were as easy as "one size fits all", but it just ain't the case!
Hi Rick, are the tiles along the edges solid and are they also swisstrax? Great vid btw….covering the perspective of what it is like to live with a product is key.
Thanks for the question. The solid tiles are called Vinyltrax by Swisstrax. I have the black oak style. Lots more info here: www.RADGarage.ca/Swisstrax-floor.html
Hi there, enjoy your videos...quick question sir...I don't see a floor drain in your garage, I plan to add Swisstrax, do you have any issues with washing normally in the garage? It seems the floor this may be another benefit of the Swisstrax?
There's been some new development in the drainage department since this video was uploaded. Feel free to check out this series I put together chronicling my drainage projects from last year:
ua-cam.com/play/PLBkcWYR7ZEzjEny1NY4J7cnhUgvkQAOOh.html
Hey Rick, I will be laying down siwsstrax next week and need to add a sealer to my garage floor. You mentioned in a previous video that you put down a sealer every year, do you have a specific product you can recommend? Thanks!
I use the same high gloss sealer I use on my exposed aggregate driveway. It makes the smooth concrete floor extremely slippery when wet but once the Swisstrax is installed it’s a moot point. Ill shoot you the link to the form I use and you can take a look at what they offer. There may be a less glossy version that would keep things less slippery.
Thank you!
www.nca.ca/product/premium-seal-cure-25-189l-9679
Hey Rick, I recently pulled my Swisstrax out for a good cleaning, and noticed that it was more difficult than expected to clean off the staining where the tires of the cars commonly rest. Wondering if you have a recommended chemical for that purpose?
What colour tiles do you have?
@@RADGarage I have the pearl silver tiles.
@@joshuaalbright I haven’t had to deal with any rubber transfer with the light Pearl tiles. I suspect an APC and agitation will be all you can really do to combat it. I use a diluted solution of water and Extra Tough APC on my Slate tiles and it seems to be working. What All Purpose Cleaners do you currently have?
@@RADGarage thanks Rick - that's what I assumed as well. I've used Optimum Power Clean but I was running low so I couldn't apply the volume of cleaner I'd typically use for a tougher job like this. I'll get some more and see how I get on. Thanks!
Did your buddy release the tool? I’d like to buy one if avail. Also, I LOL when I saw 1CM = 6 inches . I was like huh, then saw the “only kidding”. Love my SwissTrax too. Great garage flooring. After writing this I went through my tools and found that a long reach pivot nose pliers is the perfect tool for popping SwissTrax tiles. Just another alternative that many probably have in the toolbox!
Haha. I like messing around with people a bit! Glad to hear you are enjoying the benefits of your Swisstrax floor. I have used many little tools to pop tiles, but now that I have the drain and find myself popping tiles so often, the tool my buddy created is invaluable to me. It's for sale on the Obsessed Garage website. A bit pricey, but I couldn't live without it: bit.ly/3qTtv7b
Trampoline spring tool works
Hey, whatever gets the job done!
Rick, if you were just getting your garage set up knowing what you know now, would you buy cabinets or flooring?
Kevin Fox I must choose only one? That’s tough. I’d probably go with cabinets.
RAD GARAGE just temporarily until you could afford the other
I'd go cabinets. Where will all the stuff go without them?
What’s the blue tool you use to clean the Swisstrax?
That’s called a surface cleaner. I picked it up at Lowe’s.
Great job ! Very interesting video...we ll share it soon !
Please do!
Maybe you could do a live stream showing us where the water goes and we can super chat you until we(your loyal subscribers) pay for your Comet wall solution!!
I think he would rather us pay him til he made enough money to pay for his trench drain.
Dig deep into those pockets people, daddy needs a new garage floor drainage system. And a pressure washer. And a new garage door opener...
I noticed you didn't remove some of Vinyltrax tiles that are along the walls. Does a lot of water get underneath them?
Not at all. The vinyltrax tiles fit together very tightly. I did a more thorough garage floor clean today and pulled out the vinyltrax. There was no water hiding under there.
@@RADGarage Thanks. I want create a perimeter along the sides of the my garage (except the actual garage door) using Vinyltrax where the storage cabinets/heavier tools would sit on.
Looking to get these ? Can’t you just pressure wash them in Place ? Seems like a lot of work
Yes, you can pressure wash them in place. That could cause some deflection of water and it also doesn’t address the compiled dirt on the garage floor underneath. It’s versatile but maintenance is going to depend on your environment and your level of commitment to garage maintenance.
Hi amazing content. You said you choose the comet solution from obsessed garage. Why’s that instead of the Kranzle? Im asking because Im looking for one of those two...
I am too trigger shy with the Kranzle. That's a LOT of dough to fork out and there is absolutely no customer support up here in Canada. If something were to malfunction, I wouldn't want to be losing sleep over how much a fix was going to cost me.
Hey, wierd question, as im sure u have tried every way of cleaning your floor.. But have u tried washing with the swisstrak floor on? Or will it just collect dirt?
With that much mud on the floor, you HAVE to remove the floor. Spraying it would lead to muddy overspray getting everywhere and the various channels on the bottom of the tiles would allow the dirt to cling and hide. I have done a few videos on quick cleans, but the only way to really clean the floor is to remove the floor. That's ten years of experience talking.
Hey Rick, what color are your swisstax? Slate Grey?
Slate grey in the centre and the border is pearl grey. Are you thinking of a floor?
@@RADGarage Yes sir. I will definitely go Swisstrax, but haven't decided on color. I like the Pearl Grey or Pearl Silver. I'll probably ask for some samples prior to making my decision.
Hi buddy, I liked your floor. I think I am going to get Swisstrack for my garage too. By the way, does your garage gets very humid after parking your car in the winter? Do you have a exhaust fan to get rid of the humidity?
CANBR Drop me an email at RADGarageYYC@gmail.com and we can chat.
Awesome video! My question is how do you deal with scratches? I’ve only had mine 2 weeks and I have quite a few surface scratches already from dragging things on the floor. I don’t know why I thought it would be more durable. I don’t really see anyone talking about this. Is this something that you just have to deal with?
Scratches on the "ribs"?
@@RADGarage yes
@@cnosby Sorry Chris, this comment got lost in the mix. I do notice some fine scratches on the ribs of my tiles but you have to look real close to see them. Some colours probably do a better job of hiding them than others. The majority of my floor is Slate Grey and it shows very little wear in my experience.
Are those swisstrax removal tools available yet?
They are available through the Obsessed Garage website. bit.ly/3sSOM36
Between this channel and Garage Journal...I've been following you for years. I have a small "three car" garage (about 19x27') and you've given me so many ideas of how to outfit my garage and maximize space. Quick question for you that I don't recall you addressing...how do you deal with humidity in your garage from washing indoors in the winter? Do you have a dehumidifier?
That's awesome. I started sharing my garage story back in 2012 which seems like eons ago. I don't have humidity issues at all. In the winter, I don't use a pressure washer in the garage because that turns into a fog storm real quick. I mostly perform rinseless washes on cold winter nights. The alpine air here is super dry so I have been "lucky" that way.
How long have you had the Swisstrax? I wonder what the impact of having all that dirt/grime/mud/water/salt/moisture sitting on concrete over time. I'm considering Swisstrax-ing my garage floor, and debating whether I should fill the cracks and apply a concrete sealer first. Thanks!
All that dirt/grime/mud/water/salt and moisture is on the floor for many months of the year regardless of whether I have a tile floor system. The average person around here very rarely (if ever) rinses out the floor of their garage in the winter. Trust me, I'm the only one who does it on my block and I always get the stares. The benefit for me, is that I don't have to walk around in all that crud on a daily basis like everyone else. If you go this route, you do need to weigh several factors. I'm more than happy to continue the conversation to help you make the decision that is best for you and your situation. Just hit me up at radgarageyyc@gmail.com and we can chat!
Hi, does the garage start smelling or anything from all the moisture and grime under the floor? I’m in the pacific NW and we get tons of rain. 9 months out of the year my floor is wet and it makes my garage smell.
Hi Michael. I hope things are going well for you in the PNW. Probably my favorite place to visit. We have friends on the river just North of Wenatchee. I'm pretty fortunate in the aspect that the air here is super dry so humidity is just not something that I ever have to deal with. My garage is approaching ten years old and I haven't seen a single sign of moisture-related damage. In the winter, a lot of guck and grime gets tracked into the garage by the car, but the heater does a great job of drying everything up and then I just wait for my opportunity to clean it out once the weather is mild. I hope that helps provide a picture of what I am dealing with up here in the cold, thin, dry alpine air of Calgary!
Right on! I’m in the PDX area. I recently sealed my garage floor so that should help the smell. I am wanting the modular flooring. Just worried that standing water under it would make it feel/smell musky. Heater isn’t an option really since it’s uninsulated garage.
What do you do currently to combat standing water? I'm just trying to get a sense of whether Swisstrax would work for you.
Nothing really. There isn’t a lot. Just the cars coming in wet and dripping. I’m more concerned the water mixed with the road grime and gunk sitting under the floor. I feel like I would be cleaning under it a lot.
Yup, the pitch of your garage floor is the most important factor. If you garage floor allows water to pool, it will be a pain. I'm pretty lucky since my garage floor has a really nice gradual pitch to it. Keep thinking about it and let me know if you have any other questions. I love this stuff. You can always hit me up at www.radgarage.ca/contact.html
Will swisstrax sweat like concrete does in the winter?
Not sure I know what you mean.
@@RADGarage Concrete can get condensation build up when its cold outside, making it slick and wet. I'm wondering if this product gets condensation build up.
@@itsturbinetime Not at all. It always provides me with a dry walking surface which is one of the main perks for me.
@@RADGarage That’s good to hear because I’ll be installing soon. Thanks man.
That's exciting. I hope you enjoy it as much as I enjoy mine.
I look that and I don't know, how you drain the water after washing the cars, where are the sewers? wow. are not required in your country? Greetings.
North America isn't quite where Europe is with regulations surrounding washing your cars at your own home. It's tightening up, so that's why I am going to be tackling a new floor project in the coming weeks. Stay tuned.
@@RADGarage thank you bro! :) is it possible to buy this flor in europe? Damn, looks so great! u doing great job ! :)
I think you can get Swisstrax in Europe. I don't know if they have a European distributor or if they just ship it from the States. You should check out www.swisstrax.com.
Email this guy and tell them Rick sent ya:
sylvain@swisstrax-europe.com
@@RADGarage You are a good man, nice guy and very... professional detailer. :) Looking after new videos! Thank you. Greetings. :)
Hey Rick! Have you considered using a squeegee after pressure washing the concrete floor? I find it picks up the dirt better and it dries a lot faster.
Hi Toni. I actually did squeegee the floor off camera while my camera battery was charging. I find it extremely satisfying. Although, that said, with the big door open, that garage dries in a matter of 5-10 minutes. It's hard to believe, but it is true. The thin, dry alpine air is actually helpful in that regard.
LMAO the ending got me!
It gave me a chuckle too.
What the price for Swiss trax my garage is 676 square feet
@@gearlstrickland3365 It’s been a few years since I checked the pricing. Best bet is to visit their website and you can use a builder tool.
You should get yourself a foam squeegee for the floor not a rubber one, with the foam one you’d be amazed how fast your garage floor dries out using the foam squeegee.
I’ll have to keep my eye open for one. The current one I have is getting pretty old.
Got the Comet in February. You won’t be disappointed.
That's great to hear. I have heard only positive things. Is there anywhere I can see the result? Are you on IG?
RAD what are your thoughts on your adams detailing seat? Do you feel like it’s very plastic’y and cheap for the price? I thought it would be Much more strong and sturdy
I'm pretty sure it's a standard stool that you can find with other logos/brands on it. I'm not in love with it, but I do like how well the casters roll on my Swisstrax and I find it is the perfect height. I haven't felt like it wasn't strong enough to support my slender 210 pound frame!
RAD GARAGE I agree that its sturdy enough to hold my 225 pound frame. I expected it to be made of more steel than plastic. And yes it is a generic stool, I know griots has the same one. I can admit it’s a perfect height for wheel cleaning, and I use it to apply my after wash ceramic coating spray sealants on the lower panels of the car.. way easier to roll around and apply than be on my knees moving around. It’s definitely saving my knees and back when washing my wheels.
I am having the exact same experience as you. It gets the job done and it looks pretty decent too.
RAD GARAGE is your Adams detailing seat padded? Or is it like a plastic hard top? Have u found your wheels to be a good quality?
Antony V The wheels are solid as is the seat!
Cool
I wish my wife thought it was cool.
Patient / weird crew 👊
Haha. We are all a bit weird, and that's just fine!
I could not have that much patience in a 3 car garage.
Does your garage attract a lot of dirt and debris?
@@RADGarage Yes, faces West and debris is always coming in. Video was great and it looks easy. Just time consuming when you have a bigger garage.
I guess it depends on how much maintenance a person enjoys doing. I happen to really enjoy maintaining my garage, yard, house etc. If someone is looking for a low-maintenance way of maintaining a clean garage floor in a four-season climate, I just don't think it exists. Let me know if you have any other questions about how I keep things neat and tidy in my garage.
That is why I do not want Swiss track what a big mess.but great job.
What floor would you prefer if you were to wash the filthy underbelly of your vehicle?
I was waiting to see the the mop and bucket get tossed into the garbage bin at the end of the video. Honestly a little disappointed I missed that part.
Baby steps...I can't use a pressure washer in the middle of winter the way some lucky people can. It might still be needing to hold on to it.
Seems like a huge downside to trap all of that dirt and moisture in the garage for months. Literally sweeping dirt under the rug.
Yeah, I’m surprised any of us are still alive. Thanks for watching.
Maybe it's like having a mini deck to sit on vs directly on the dirt and grass. It elevates you above the muck and fray.
it will be easier to clean if you do it from below epoxy
I’m not understanding your point.
I’m obviously Super Very Weird, because this is the second time I’ve watched the whole video.
No worries. You are in a judgement-free zone! 🤘
Nice video, but this to be is just a horribly designed floor - to have completely uninstall the floor anytime you want to clean it is insane to me. Why not a solid interlocking floor? I'm researching floors and was told to look at this brand, but my first thought was why is it open and how do you clean it? Now I know! Yikes!
Works for me and thousands of others, but not for all. Good luck in your search for the perfect garage floor.
@@RADGarage How often are you taking it apart to do this?
@@GB-yv3uv It totally depends on the weather. Freezing winter temps mean I can’t take the floor out onto the driveway. If we get a nice warm spell, it is possible. Probably 4-5 times per year.
1 cm is NOT 6 inches! It is 0,39 inches. So if you had 6 inches of dirt, it would be 15,25 cm!
I think you missed the part where I said I was kidding. Thanks though.
First!!!
Well, technically I watched the video six times before it went live, so you're more like seventh! LOL
@@RADGarage lol
2cm is not 6 inches…..1inch is 2.54 cm
Thanks.
hey, Im not weird xD
I got news for you. You're a bit weird. We all are!
@@RADGarage ok, you're right! Love your content btw! Regards from Portugal!
This just seems like a stupid idea, I’m trying to sell myself this idea but it’s not convincing me
Swisstrax isn’t for everyone. Depends what you use the garage for. Check this out: ua-cam.com/video/kFdfzO-9o7I/v-deo.html
NO WAY MAN! REALLY? PULL UP THE FLOOR? FORGET IT!
Home maintenance isn't your thing?
Is it just me or does swisstrax seem like a really bad idea?
Depends on the situation. I’ve had it for over a decade and it has allowed me to maximize my enjoyment of my garage. Feel free to check out my other videos showcasing how Swisstrax has been the right choice for me.
ua-cam.com/play/PLBkcWYR7ZEzhsA1c8tAWi-kWVIeJ4abtF.html&si=lITdHFvJGkTf7wIG
I’d rather do a floor coating....this is a mess
Do floor coatings keep floors clean? I’m confused.