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Clean the surface of the
garage floor. Simply use a broom and try to remove any
items, small rocks and dust from its surface.
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Mask the walls to avoid any
damages. Use plastic sheets and masking tape and try to
cover as much as you can.
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| Step 3: |
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For New or Bare Concrete you
need to acid wash the floor. Mix the product with water
and start washing the surface. Always start in one
corner and work your way out slowly. Once you have done
that it is time to wash it off. Use the garden hose and
start the washing in the same corner as before. When you
are finished, let the concrete dry. For more
information, please read the instructions indicated on
the actual product.
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Clean the surface of the
garage floor by using a vacuum cleaner. Once you have
done that, get some masking tape and stick it onto the
floor. Peel it off. It is an easy way to check the
surface if it needs more cleaning or not. If you still
see dust on the tape, vacuum it again. It is a very
important step so try not to save time by doing it!
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| Step 5: |
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Fix any big cracks, damages on
the surface of the concrete using Luxepoxy Filler.
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| Step 6: |
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Once all the preparation work
is done, it is time to apply the epoxy floor coating.
Read the instructions carefully before you start. Also
check the colour before mixing the product. Before you
start make sure that the area is well ventilated! If you
are ready, mix the two compounds. Let it sit for about 5
minutes. Now start applying with a brush. Always start
in one corner and work your way out. Apply the product
with brush and roller. Please keep in mind that you have
to work in small sections. No more then 10sqm at a time.
Work your way out and finish the entire area. Wait until the first coat is completely
dry. (Usually 24 hours). You need to
apply two separate coats of the base coat if you would
like to do a quality job. You need to apply the
flakes as well this time. Use the same method as
before and apply the second coat. Once you have done a small section,
apply the flakes on
the top. Simply throw the flakes gently onto the painted
surface. Once the whole area is painted and flaked, let it dry for 12-24
hours.
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On the following day clean the
area. Simply use a broom. If you used smaller flakes,
vacuum the area and go to "Step 8". If you
used bigger flakes you need to remove the sharp edges
from the surface. It can be done by using a floor sander
machine. It will cut off any sharp edges and will create
a smooth finish. Once you are happy with the result,
vacuum the area and go to "Step 8".
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| Step 8: |
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Now you have a flaked surface
which is dust free. 2-3 clear coat will go on the top of
the flakes. Number of coat will depend on the size of
the flakes and how smooth your surface is. You need to
apply the first clear coat. Use the same method
explained in "Step 6", start in one corner and
work your way out. Once you have done that, let it dry
for at least 4 hours before stepping on the newly
painted surface. It can be recoated in 4-12 hours
(Depending on the weather conditions).
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Apply the second clear coat.
Use the same method explained in "Step 8", start in one corner and
work your way out. Once you have done that, let it dry
for at least 4 hours before stepping on the newly
painted surface. It can be recoated in 4-12 hours
(Depending on the weather conditions). Check the
surface. If you are happy with the floor then you did
it. If you are not happy with 2 clear coats, simply
apply a third clear coat on the surface using the same
method. You need to wait at least 48-72 hours before
parking any vehicle on the floor.
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Designer
Flake - Colour Range
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Designer
Flake - Colour Chart
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DULUX
Luxafloor ECO2 - Product Data Sheet
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DULUX
Luxafloor Aggregate - Product Data Sheet
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| Useful
Links: |
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Where
to buy and how to choose the Right Products?
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EPOXY
Installation (One colour) - (2 PACK)
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Garage
Floor Painting
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Driveway
Cleaning
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Deck
Restoration
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Always read the Safety Instructions
before |
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using a product! |
