Garage floor

Hi, Lehel from Alliance Floor Source in Vaughan. Answers are never simple and usually are, depends. The most important thing you should consider is whether the flooring you go with can handle the expected freeze/thaw cycles AND the inevitable salt, dirt and oils that will be on it's surface until it is cleaned up, if at all. Although we don't do either tiles or epoxy floors, price should not be the main deciding factor. A well done (as opposed to cheaply done) epoxy floor will give you the best result IF you must have something other than the original concrete floor. Polished concrete, that comes with a wear finish may also be a better idea then tiles (ceramic or porcelain), especially vinyl tiles that we would never recommend for a garage. Unless of course it is a "showroom" garage that isn't having cars drive in directly from the outside environment. I hope the above is helpful. Please contact us if we can be of service with all other flooring types we actually carry :).

Hi , Amarildo from ABI EXTERIORS INC Studies and contractor comparisons consistently note that epoxy performs better in garages, basements, workshops, and heavy-traffic areas because it bonds directly to the concrete and resists moisture, chemicals, and wear & easy to clean too .

Epoxy is usually the better option for most garages here in Canada, especially if you park vehicles inside during winter. It handles water, salt, dirt, and temperature changes a lot better and is easier to keep clean. Vinyl tiles can be a little cheaper upfront, but over time they can start lifting or shifting if moisture gets underneath or the garage gets really cold/hot through the seasons. Biggest thing is the condition of the concrete itself. If the floor has cracks, moisture, or uneven spots, that should be dealt with first no matter which option you choose. A lot of homeowners around BC go with epoxy for the cleaner look and lower maintenance, especially with our wet weather.