CONCRETE APPLICATIONS

Rust Bullet DuraGrade Concrete High-Performance

Indoor & Outdoor Easy to Apply Concrete Coatings

in Vibrant Colors for Garage Floors, Basements,

Porch, Patio and More.-

ThomasNet Guide to the Best Garage Floor Coating 2022

The Best Garage Floor Coating, According to 6,000+ Customer Reviews
Rust Bullet DuraGrade Concrete was named the “Best Floor Paints for Garages”

by Melissa Epifano
https://www.thomasnet.com/author/melissa-epifano/
January 2022
https://www.thomasnet.com/articles/chemicals/best-garage-floor-coating/

Of all the floors in homes and businesses, the garage is one that’s frequently considered last. Whether it’s being used for storing cars, materials, machinery, or serves another purpose entirely, its foundational surface will most likely do better when lacquered in an epoxy coating or layer of garage floor paint.

Garage floors need more than a standard can of paint. Most are concrete floors and in order to increase their durability and protect them from moisture, hot tires, and dropped items, they need a thicker product. Floor coverings such as garage floor mats and tiles can also help provide protection.

Best Floor Paints for Garages – Rust Bullet DuraGrade Concrete Coating for Garage Floors

A roller or brush can be used to apply this to the garage floor, but this formula from Rust Bullet is also compatible with paint sprayers to really simplify the process.

Chemical spills, scratches, sun exposure, and even hot tires won’t ruin a coat or two of this concrete floor paint and it takes far less preparation than epoxy garage floor kits. With 18 different colors available, anyone looking to stay away from the classic gray and beige will have plenty of options.

One person noted that “this paint is holding up very well, even in our hot Arizona sun,” and several others endorsed its durability. “This stuff is no joke—easy to apply, nice appearance, super durable,” wrote a reviewer. “I expect this coating to last for years. Spend a few extra bucks over the Home Depot stuff that doesn’t hold up against heat and time.”

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Why is Rust Bullet DuraGrade better than the traditional epoxy?

Rust Bullet is a one-part multiple coat process. This means there is no messy precise mixing ratios. Rust Bullet is fully cured at around 72 hours after the last coat is applied. Epoxy coatings generally take 7-10 days to fully cure, some even require force curing. Additionally, Rust Bullet can cure at temperatures as low as 32°F, which is advantageous during the winter months. Epoxy coatings require temperatures above 50°F.

The preparation required to use Rust Bullet is minimal as opposed to an epoxy coating. With an epoxy, the ph must be neutral, therefore, acid etching and grinding of the floor is mostly required in all applications. This is definitely not the case with Rust Bullet. Simply remove contaminates from the surface by dry cleaning methods such as sweeping, using an air hose or even a leaf blower, then apply.

Breaches in an epoxy coating are labor intensive and will involve a large area outside the breach to be included in the repair. Rust Bullet Coatings rarely experience a breach, but when they do occur, are easily repaired with simple scuffing and application of additional coat(s) or Rust Bullet.

DURAGRADE CONCRETE BENEFITS

Single-part coating that does not require mixing of additional components
No acid etching or grinding required
Low VOC’s – no strong smell and is compliant in all 50 states
U.V stable – no yellowing and is approved for outdoor use
No primer or topcoat required
Excellent scratch and stain resistance
Excellent chemical and road salt resistance
Excellent adhesion with a high resistance to peeling
Easy to clean and maintain
No hot tire lift
Can be applied in temperatures as low as 35°
Suitable for basements (moisture testing required) and in home use
DIY friendly – Easy to apply with 2 hour working pot life

As this was a DIY project, I was looking for a garage coating that did not involve complicated preparation, such as acid-etching or grinding the concrete, as well as not requiring a two-part mixture, like an epoxy. After some online research I went with Rust Bullet’s DuraGrade product. After a power wash and some simple treatment of a couple of oil stains, we applied two thin coats with a roller and a cut in brush and let it cure for three days. The product had a strong smell going on, but it dissipated quickly. I was incredibly pleased with the results. The color is true to the sample and covered evenly. Conclusion: Rust Bullet DuraGrade may seem expensive, but it is well worth it.

– Frank R

Recent Testimonials

The great thing about this paint is you can apply it directly on concrete, and acid etching is entirely unnecessary. It offers consistent performance, both indoors and outdoors. I used it on my patio and garage floor, being an outdoor paint also, you might be thinking that it can be damaged due to severe weather. The truth is it is UV- and chemical resistant and retains its effectiveness in harsh weather.