Rustoleum Epoxy Shield Tips

Uses

• Although Rust-Oleum Epoxy Shield provides a waterproof surface, the product is specifically designed for home interiors and is applied on concrete surfaces. Some surfaces you might consider using the product on include the garage and basement floors and the stairs. Depending on your home colors, you can choose from gray, gold or medium brown. For homeowners wanting a more decorative touch, the products can also be bought with color stone chips that can be added when applying.

Benefits

• While you can use other paints and sealers on your concrete flooring, there are some benefits to the Rust-Oleum Epoxy Shield. The product can protect and provide a shield for your flooring against auto spills and leaks such as antifreeze, motor oil and gasoline, which can then be wiped off without any permanent staining. Once applied, Rust-Oleum Epoxy Shield also protects your flooring surface against other household chemicals and is resistant to abrasives.

Application and Care

• According to Garage Floor Coating Tips, it only takes one coat of Rust-Oleum Epoxy Shield on average to seal your concrete surface. When cleaning your sealed floor, all you will need is a mild soap and water. For homeowners who choose the semigloss version of the sealant, this will keep the floor's shine intact. Unlike ordinary paint, Rust-Oleum Epoxy Shield will not chip or flake under the tires of cars moving in and out of the garage.

Priming Your Floor

• Depending on the condition of your concrete floor, you may need to take additional steps to prepare the surface before applying Rust-Oleum Epoxy Shield. The company makes several priming products such as a degreaser, a resurfacing kit and a concrete patch and repair kit. Once you are ready to paint, you may also consider another Rust-Oleum product called antiskid additive to make the finished surface less slick for walk-through traffic.