You’ve probably heard the buzz about garage floor coatings—fast installs, “just as good” alternatives, and budget-friendly options. But here’s the truth: not all concrete coatings are created equal. At Forte Garage Floor Coating, we install a moisture-mitigating, 100%-solids garage floor epoxy as the base coat. It’s the only option that delivers real durability, moisture mitigation, and long-term value.
Myth #1: All Epoxy Shrinks as It Dries
Many epoxy coatings used on the market are water- or solvent-based. These formulas evaporate during the cure, which means up to 40% of what was applied disappears—leaving you with a thinner coating than you paid for.
The Reality: GFC’s moisture-mitigating, 100%-solids garage floor epoxy contains no water, no solvents, and no fillers. It cures exactly as applied, delivering a thicker, more protective base coat that holds up in Ohio’s demanding climate.
Myth #2: You Can Skip the Epoxy and Just Use Polyaspartic
Many “1-day” coating systems use a polyurea or polyaspartic as BOTH the base coat and single clear topcoat. While these coatings are excellent topcoats, they are simply not spec’d for direct-to-concrete use. Using them as base coats sacrifices long-term performance for installation speed.
The Reality: GFC’s system begins with a moisture-mitigating, 100%-solids garage floor epoxy base coat because it slowly cures, deeply penetrates, and forms a mechanical bond with your concrete. This adhesion is the foundation for the entire system’s strength. Our two separate 100%-solids polyaspartic topcoats add UV, stain, chemical and impact resistance (yes 2 coats, not just one!). But its the moisture-mitigating 100%-solids epoxy base coat that really makes the floor last. It’s important to remember that the entire coating system is only as strong as its base coat!
Myth #3: Moisture Will Eventually Ruin Any Coating
In Ohio, ground moisture and freeze-thaw cycles are serious challenges. Many coatings peel because they can’t handle vapor pressure or absorb moisture over time.
The Reality: The thickness and density of GFC’s 100%-solids garage floor epoxy provide superior moisture mitigation. It blocks vapor movement and reduces the risk of delamination—even in high-moisture areas like basements and garages.
Don’t fall for thin coatings and quick fixes. If you’re in Akron or Cleveland, trust Forte Garage Floor Coating to install a system built on true 100%-solids garage floor epoxy—the kind of performance you can see and feel for years to come.