Polyurea Over Existing Concrete: The Right Way

A polyurea coating can be installed over an existing concrete garage floor when the surface is prepared for proper adhesion and long-term performance. The work begins with a free consultation and estimate that gathers job-specific details: square footage measurement, moisture and concrete hardness testing, identification of cracks, pitting, and surface damage, and a discussion of needs such as steps, stem walls, or custom requests. The quote is presented as complete and upfront, with no hidden fees, and it’s based on real conditions like access, egress, repairs, and add-ons rather than a quick online estimate.

Before grinding starts, the site is staged to keep the home clean. The area is emptied by the homeowner, while the crew handles protective tarps, taped-off baseboards or nearby walls, airflow management, intentional equipment staging, cardboard protection for walk paths, and wipe-down of areas such as garage doors afterward. For interior projects, negative pressure, stair protection, and zip walls are used to control dust.

Concrete preparation uses industrial diamond grinding: large machines for the main slab and hand grinders for edges and tight spots. This step removes old coatings, paint, or sealers, levels uneven patches and high spots, opens the slab’s pores for bonding, and expands cracks so repairs can be completed properly. Cracks, chips, and pits are repaired with industrial-grade fillers, then a pure polyurea basecoat is applied to chemically bond to the concrete and create a flexible, durable foundation.

While the basecoat is wet, the selected flake color is broadcast to full coverage, then scraped and vacuumed to achieve an even texture. The flake adds visual depth and subtle texture, helps reduce glare, hides dust and debris between cleanings, and gives the floor a finished look. A UV-stable polyaspartic topcoat is applied to protect against stains, fading, and wear and to provide a long-lasting finish with fast curing, allowing walking the next day and parking shortly after. For areas like pool decks or outdoor patios, an optional traction additive can be blended into the topcoat to help with wet-surface grip.

Attention to detail is built into each phase through inspections, cleaning, double-checking, careful handling of edges and transitions, and leaving no dust or mess behind. After curing, a quality assurance walkthrough is performed to review the results together, address anything that needs attention, register the Penntek limited lifetime warranty, and answer care and maintenance questions. The overall process emphasizes clear communication, clean execution, and a finished floor designed to hold up to weather and everyday use.

Contact Information:

Freedom Concrete Coatings

1145 Jolly Road 1902 oak st
okemos, MI 48864
United States

Chris Scott
(517) 290-1853
https://freedomcoat.com/