4 Tips to Make Concrete Floors Look Great
4 Tips to Make Concrete Floors Look Great
The concrete garage floor or patio might not be the flashiest part of your new home, but these surfaces can go from bland to beautiful with the right treatment. Here are four practical tips to transform your concrete floors into polished, stylish standouts.
1. Repair First
The floor needs to be in good shape before you pursue concrete floor finishing. Cracks, chips, and crumbling edges are your concrete’s way of asking for help.
Professional concrete repair seals hairline cracks, reinforces weak areas, and smooths everything out. At Custom Floor Coating, we use industry-proven methods to restore garage floors, patios, pool decks, and driveways, creating a clean slate for staining or coating. Even without a topcoat, newly repaired concrete already looks markedly better. But let’s be honest—you’ll want that finishing touch.
2. Pick a Coating
The next step is giving your floor a tough, stylish finish. That’s where our decorative concrete coatings come in. We use industrial-grade epoxy and polyurea systems built for Florida’s climate and your lifestyle. These coatings boast the following characteristics:
- Resistance to hot tire marks, grease, and chemical spills
- Ability to withstand impacts from dropped tools or weights
- A variety of flake blends, solid colors, and textures
- Fast curing times so you’re not locked out of your garage for a week
We highly recommend avoiding the DIY route. Cheap epoxy kits from the hardware store don’t last and often peel due to poor surface prep. Our team handles the preparation, application, and sealing to eliminate the guesswork.
3. Customize With Color, Texture & Patterns
Sure, decorative concrete coatings offer protection, but they also boost style. Whether you prefer the rustic look of stained concrete flooring, a faux wood finish, or a metallic shine, you’ve got options. We offer 15 in-stock color blends plus custom options if you want something no one else has. Some popular looks include:
- Faux wood stamps that bring warmth to patios or walkways
- Scored or stenciled patterns for custom detailing
- Color flake finishes for garage floors that don’t feel like a mechanic’s shop
- Metallic or solid gloss coatings to add that wow factor
4. Keep Your Concrete Flooring Clean
If you want your floors to look great for years to come, prioritize sealing and maintenance. Custom Floor Coating finishes every job with a durable topcoat to resist fading, staining, and UV damage. We can also add a non-slip texture for areas around the pool or entryway.
Once your coating is installed, a little maintenance keeps things looking sharp. Our finishes are built to make life easier, not add to your to-do list. Here’s all it takes:
- Sweep or mop regularly
- Use gentle cleaners (no harsh chemicals required)
- Reseal every few years to lock in the look
Why Choose Custom Floor Coating?
We have completed thousands of jobs across Jacksonville and St. Augustine, helping homeowners turn basic concrete into durable, designer-quality surfaces. From garages and driveways to patios and pool decks, our decorative concrete coatings are designed to last. Expect professional installations, virtually limitless style options, and a team that knows how to make concrete floors look great. Contact us today for a free estimate or help picking the perfect concrete floor finish for your space.