The Hidden Problems with 1-Day Garage Floor Paint in High-Traffic Spaces

DIY

If you’ve seen ads for quick garage makeovers, you’ve likely come across DIY or 1-day garage floor paint systems. They promise convenience, but what they don’t mention is how quickly these fast-track installs begin to fail in high-traffic garages. At Forte Garage Floor Coating, we see it often: homeowners frustrated when their new floor peels, chips, or discolors within months. ...

Creative Ways to Reinvent Your Basement With a Professional Basement Floor Coating

Waterproofing Basements

Turning a basement into usable living space starts with protection—not décor. A professional basement floor coating from Forte Garage Floor Coating transforms raw concrete into a durable, waterproofed surface that’s ready for everyday life. These coatings use moisture-mitigating primers to seal the concrete, blocking water vapor and even radon gas from entering the home. The result is a clean, healthy ...

See How an Epoxy Floor Coating Would Look in Your Home with the Live Coatings Visualizer

Garage Floor Paint

It’s one thing to imagine your dream garage floor—it’s another to see it. Forte Garage Floor Coating makes that possible with the Live Coatings Visualizer, an interactive design tool that shows how different epoxy floor coating styles will look in your own home. With just a photo, you can explore the same full-flake systems Forte installs across Northeast Ohio. Preview ...

Customer Service Tips for a Stress-Free Garage Floor Coating Installation

Garage Floor Coating

For homeowners in Akron and Cleveland, investing in a garage floor coating means more than just upgrading your space—it’s about choosing a company that delivers both quality floors and a stress-free experience. A smooth installation depends as much on customer service as it does on craftsmanship. That’s exactly what you can expect with Forte Garage Floor Coating. Communication That Builds ...

Waterproofing Basements in Ohio: Fall Protection That Lasts

Waterproofing Basements

Ohio homeowners know fall weather can’t be trusted. One week it’s sunny, the next week it’s cold rain or early snow. These conditions create a perfect storm for water intrusion. That’s why waterproofing basements is one of the smartest fall upgrades homeowners can make. The Risks of Ignoring Basement Moisture Moisture isn’t always dramatic. It may start as a damp ...

Is Installing a Garage Floor Coating a Wise Investment for Ohio Homes?

Garage Floor Coating

In Northeast Ohio, garages see it all: snow, road salt, spring rain, and hot summer days. Over time, bare concrete pays the price with stains, cracks, and surface wear. A garage floor coating changes that, offering a clean, polished look that’s easy to maintain and built to last. For homeowners in the Akron and Cleveland area, Forte Garage Floor Coating ...

How Long Coated Garage Flooring Lasts in Northeast Ohio: Done Right vs. Done Fast

Garage Flooring

In Northeast Ohio, your garage flooring takes a beating: snow, slush, salt, and wide temperature swings. The question is: how long will a garage floor coating last in a place like Akron or Cleveland? If it’s professionally installed the right way, the answer is decades. If it’s rushed in a single day? Expect problems within just a few years. Why ...

Color, Flake and Metallic Finishes: Garage Floor Coatings That Show Off Your Style

Garage Floor Coating

If your garage floor is still unfinished concrete, you're missing out on one of the easiest ways to add style and value to your home. At Forte Garage Floor Coating, we believe your garage should look as good as it functions, and it all starts with a professionally installed garage floor coating. Whether you want clean and classic, richly textured, ...

The Ultimate Guide to Maintaining Your Garage Flooring (and Solving the Problems That Shorten Its Life)

Garage Flooring

The right garage flooring can completely transform your space, but only if it stands up to daily wear and the harsh realities of Ohio weather. At Forte Garage Floor Coating, we know that long-lasting floors don’t just happen. They’re the result of great materials, smart installation, and simple, effective maintenance. Here’s how to handle the most common garage flooring problems ...