we offer a lifetime warranty on all garage floor coatings
we offer a lifetime warranty on all garage floor coatings
Without a proper sealant, coastal slabs in Sarasota are constantly exposed to salt air and high ground moisture vapor that rapidly deteriorate bare concrete. Salt airborne from the coast penetrates unsealed pores, causing internal rebar corrosion, surface spalling, and unsightly salt efflorescence (white powdery deposits).
At the same time, Florida’s high water table pushes moisture vapor upward through the slab, causing hydrostatic pressure that cracks unsealed surfaces and degrades top layers. Penetrating and topical sealing acts as an invisible barrier, blocking salt intrusion, sealing off moisture vapor pathways, and protecting your concrete against harsh coastal weather.
At DecoCrete Services, our specialized sealing process thoroughly cleans, repairs cracks, and applies engineered sealers custom-matched to your slab’s exposure. Contact DecoCrete Services at (941) 400-1755 to protect your coastal driveway, patio, or garage floor today.
DecoCrete Services create custom solutions for concrete floors, driveways, and patios to make them last. We offer several concrete sealing services and deliver attractive results for all tastes and functions.
Garage floors see a lot of wear and tear, so concrete coatings need to handle anything you throw at them. Polyaspartic coatings is a permanent three-layer system that makes garage floors easy to clean and more durable. They can cure to full-strength faster than other options, mend small cracks, handle higher temperatures, and resists stains and UV damage. This is particularly important in year-long sunny Florida homes.
Our epoxy flooring can turn any drab concrete floor into a water-proof, stan resistant work of art. Combining polymer resins with hardeners creates a unique chemical bond with the concrete that can be customized with multiple colors and other decorative options. It’s a quick process with limited downtime, so your space can be used fast.
Acrylic textures cover existing outdoor concrete to create attractive, slip-resistant, stain-resistant, durable surfaces that won’t burn your feet. The versatile coatings that work in multiple settings, can be customized to fit your aesthetic, and even offer protection against UV rays.
Concrete overlays give new life to worn concrete surfaces by creating customized looks that can replicate tile, wood planks, and more. You can choose from many colors to match your decor, including metallic overlays. Concrete overlays protect against salt and chemical damage, the elements, and abrasion.
Concrete staining and concrete dying requires minimal prep but completely alters the look of boring old gray concrete. Stains react chemically with elements in the concrete while dyes penetrate the concrete for better color saturation. Both options alter the appearance of your concrete surface to refresh and update your space.
Concrete floor polishing is like a facelift for any concrete flooring. The multi-step process is quite similar to sanding a wood deck and involves grinding, honing, and polishing the cement with abrasives to refine the space. Once finished, the cement floor should have a glossy finish that is easier to care for and maintain.
Fed up with boring old gray concrete? Concrete sealing could be the best answer for patios, garages, and basements in desperate need of an upgrade. Modern concrete sealants can do incredible things for any space, and we can customize the solutions to suit many needs
From patios to garages, cement floors are a go-to choice for many spaces, but they’re not as easy to replace as carpeting or tile. Instead of looking at a significant overhaul that keeps the space off-limits for days or weeks, why not choose a faster, easier approach? Concrete sealing services can refresh and rejuvenate a space in a fraction of the time.
Since we get a lot of questions about concrete sealing, we thought we’d answer some of the most common ones.
Concrete sealing works best on dry concrete at temperatures above 50°F. Optimally, sealing should occur when temperatures will remain above 50°F for at least 24 hours following application.
It’s important to note that there are two primary types of concrete floor sealers, penetrating and film-forming. Penetrating sealers, like silicates, penetrate the concrete to form a barrier that won’t peel or wear off, and they look more natural.
Film-forming concrete sealers, like acrylics and epoxies, form a coat over the surface. They can create unique textures and patterns but may need reapplication.
Since outdoor spaces can experience heavy wear and tear, they often need protection from things like tire marks, lawn care chemicals, and the elements. Penetrating sealers work better for outdoor concrete slabs because they offer better moisture protection and hold up better overall.
On the other hand, Indoor spaces don’t generally see as much wear and tear, so it’s possible to use film-forming concrete sealers. Of course, some covered spaces, like garages and workshops could still see a good deal of foot traffic, so penetrating sealers may work better.
It depends on the type of concrete sealer and how much traffic the space gets. The more traffic and exposure a space gets wears the sealer down faster.
