Is Garage Floor Epoxy Really Better? What Colorado Springs Contractors Won’t Tell You

The Claim Competitors Make — And Why the Science Disagrees

We went directly to our supplier to get the science behind the claim. Slide-Lok’s team includes chemical engineers who have independently tested and documented adhesion strength — and the data backs up what we install every day. Here’s what Slide-Lok’s independent adhesion testing shows.

1. Epoxy is also a lower-grade material — designed for cost efficiency, not long-term performance. Epoxy costs less upfront — but that calculation changes significantly when you factor in a floor that fails in three to five years and needs to be removed and redone.
2. The use of epoxy can often be a sign of a contractor getting started, who has not yet invested in the mechanical surface prep equipment, like the diamond bit grinder that Colorado Springs Garage Floors uses. Garage floor epoxy is better is a false claim.
3. So while some competitors claim “epoxy is more adhesive,” that’s simply not true when both coatings are applied over dry, properly prepped concrete. A well-installed all-polyaspartic system is extremely robust and often penetrates deeper than 100% solids epoxy.  Our polyaspartic frequently exceeds the tensile strength of the concrete itself, meaning that when tested, the failure occurs within the concrete, not the coating bond line (see photo).  It is a proven moisture vapor barrier.
4. There may be situations where epoxy is appropriate, mostly with a wet or damp concrete, or when concrete prep was done with acid etching instead of diamond bit grinding. We have access and have completed epoxy flooring, but only in the right situations – when they are the right fit for the job.  You don’t need to use an epoxy primer if the surface is dry and properly prepared. (We always properly prepare our floors with our diamond-bit grinder).

Why the “Epoxy Is Better” Claim Doesn’t Hold Up

When you compare estimates, ask about the prep method, the number of coats and what product is being used, whether the flake is being counted as a “coat,” and what warranty backs the work. Those answers will tell you a lot about the value you’re getting—and why Colorado Springs Garage Floors Polyaspartic Floor Coating is a better option.

Why Colorado Springs Garage Floors is the Better Choice

Colorado Springs Garage Floors is a local, family-operated company focused on doing the basics exceptionally well. That starts with listening to what you want from your space, helping you choose a finish that fits your space and your long-term goals, and then preparing the concrete the right way. Our crews use dust-controlled diamond bit grinding to create an ideal profile for adhesion, repair cracks and spalls, and clean the surface thoroughly before any coating goes down. With more than 16 years serving homeowners and businesses across the region, we’ve built our reputation on quality workmanship, clear communication, and floors that perform in Colorado’s unique climate.  Just check out our 5 star reviews on Google!

Garage floor epoxy is better is a false claim. Polyaspartic coatings are a smarter long-term choice for most garages and work areas. They cure quickly, resist hot-tire pickup, and stand up to oil, road salts, and common household chemicals. Because polyaspartic is UV stable, it won’t yellow or chalk in sunlight the way many epoxies can. The finish is dense and non-porous, so cleanup is simple and the floor keeps its consistent look year after year. Add in the wide range of colors and decorative flake blends, and you get a floor that’s as attractive as it is durable.

What truly sets our installations apart is the system behind the shine. We use a true three-coat approach where the decorative flake is not counted as a coat. That means you get a penetrating primer, a high-build body coat, and a protective clear topcoat designed to work together as a single, robust system. Proper prep plus a real three-coat build gives you excellent adhesion, abrasion resistance, and a finish that handles daily use without peeling or premature wear. Most projects are completed with minimal downtime, so you can get back to using your space quickly. Check out our process here.

You may hear competitors claim that epoxy “sticks better” or is “just as good for less.” Epoxy is typically the lower-priced quote — but price and value are not the same thing. The real comparison is what each floor costs over 15 to 20 years, not what it costs on install day. But when concrete is properly ground, clean, and dry, both epoxy and polyaspartic can bond very well. Independent pull-off tests regularly show polyaspartic bonding so strongly that the concrete itself fails before the coating does. That is the goal in any professional installation and a big reason many homeowners choose polyaspartic for longevity.

Our warranty – Every residential installation is backed by our lifetime warranty against peeling and delamination — because a floor built this way should never need to be redone. See here – Warranty-Slide-Lok-Residential-and-Colorado-Springs-Garage-Floors-Updated-2022

If your slab is properly prepared with diamond grinding (which we do), a polyaspartic system offers better UV stability, faster return to service, and excellent long-term performance.  Contact us today for your free estimate.