by Jeff Bach | Jul 15, 2013 | Blog
For many years, concrete was only available in its natural gray color. Concrete floor coatings didn’t even exist. Over the past 30 years or so however, there have been major advancements in concrete coloring and restoration 
technology. It’s now possible to do just about anything with a concrete floor, from creating a piece of art to mimicking the look of a tiled floor.
Natural pigments like metal-oxides create more subtle, earthy colors such as browns and tans. Concrete can also be colored with chemical compounds, which can produce much more vibrant and bright colors. Concrete etching can be used to make lines or patterns that can create the effect of a tiled room.
Acid stain formulas are another popular product for color concrete. Acid stains are applied on already-installed concrete floors and use a chemical reaction that changes the color of the concrete’s surface. The color that it changes to depends on many of factors, such as the surface’s porosity, age and composition. Acid stained floors tend to be different across the entire surface, which is often what people want from an acid stain. If done properly, it looks like naturally occurring stone.
At Bach Custom Coatings, we’re a Portland, Oregon based company that specializes in custom concrete coatings. From a giant warehouse to a residential garage, we can coat it. Oftentimes people underestimate the challenges involved with coating a concrete surface, and when they try to do it themselves they end up doing a substandard job. There’s a better alternative. Hiring professionals to take care of it for you.
by Jeff Bach | Jul 13, 2013 | Blog
There are so many concrete coating options available today that it’s often difficult to decide which to use. It’s a good idea to learn about the different kinds of concrete coatings and how much each costs on average, before deciding to
upgrade your concrete. The cost of having your concrete coated depends on the size of the job, the products being used, the experience level of whoever is installing the concrete coating and also how the surface was prepped beforehand. Prices can vary from region to region as well.
One popular concrete coating method is the acid stain, which adds permanent color to concrete. The price range for an acid stain is between $3 and $6 per square foot. Another popular method is concrete polishing, which is used to smooth out concrete surfaces. Color can also be added in a polish, and the price ranges from $5 to $12 per square foot. Polishing a large open space is usually cheaper than polishing a room with a lot of walls, since they must be especially careful when grinding and polishing the floor. Another widely used method is epoxy coating. Epoxy coating creates a finish that is consistent, chemical resistant and easy to take care of. The price range for epoxy garage floor coatings is anywhere from $4 to $8 per square foot, depending on the style being applied. Oftentimes it is actually cheaper to hire a professional to do the job, rather than trying to do it yourself.
Concrete coating is a lot harder and more complex than it looks. If you try it yourself and get in over your head, you can always get an estimate and decide what to do from there. A better solution though, is to hire a professional installation company like us to start with. Bach Custom Coatings is a Portland, Oregon based company that specializes in custom concrete coatings and we offer free estimates. Our experts have installed thousands of square feet of concrete coatings and we’d love the opportunity to work for you.
by Jeff Bach | Jul 11, 2013 | Blog
An effective work area usually requires a significant amount of maintenance in order to remain safe, regardless of the type of work it’s utilized for. You need to keep your tools organized and stored in their proper places, while any messes created on the floor or counters will need to be cleaned up at the end of your work session. This is to ensure your workspace remains not only clean, but safe as well. A dirty work area can lead to accidents resulting in injury.
The most common injuries happen because the floor is dirty, wet or presents some other hazardous problem. Most work spaces have concrete floors, which can create a few maintenance problems of their own. Dirt and grime can imbed themselves into the pores of the concrete making it difficult to get clean. Oil and other liquid contaminants can soak into the concrete causing it to lose strength and durability.
Having an epoxy coating installed on your concrete floor can help preserve and protect it. Epoxy floor coatings actually make it easier to keep your floor clean due to their non-porous surface. They are also resistant to liquids to the point that spills will actually bead on the floor’s surface. Epoxy, urethane and polyurea coatings are also very tough, leading to an extremely durable concrete floor.
The coatings come in a variety of colors and styles, which gives you the ability to customize your workspace and better reflect your own personality. If you enjoy the gray color of the concrete in your workspace, there are even gray tones to choose from. If you prefer something a bit more colorful, we can accommodate that too.
When looking into getting your Concrete Floor Coating project done, be sure to find experienced professionals for the installation. We take all of the proper steps, from surface prep through final clean-up, to ensure your Epoxy Garage Floor Coatings will last for years to come.
by Jeff Bach | Jul 9, 2013 | Blog
Whether at the shop or at home, working in your garage can potentially damage your garage floor and in some cases even the environment. If you don’t have the proper industrial concrete coating to protect it, this likely applies to you. Without a coating on your garage floor to seal it, you are allowing many things to seep into and through your garage floor. This is also why your floor may look dirty no matter how hard you try to clean it.
Concrete is naturally porous which allows dirt or grime and hazardous chemicals to get stuck in the pores; and once they have soaked in, it is virtually impossible to get them out. Liquids such as oil can seep through these pores and make it all the way through your floor to the earth below.
Protecting your garage floor with industrial concrete coating can prevent this from happening. Once coated, your garage floor will be easy to clean and will maintain its nice appearance, since dirt and grime will no longer be able to wick in and be a permanent part of the slab . The coating is also resistant to most liquid; to the point that spills will bead on your new floor. This ensures any spilled oil or other chemicals will no longer seep through your floor and harm the earth beneath your house or business.
To get an industrial concrete coating installed, it is recommended you call a professional for installation. Although there are do-it-yourself kits available, most fail for a variety of reasons and then need to be redone., This is not only costly, but can be a significant drain on your time too. Contact us to find out how to have it done right the first time and what options we have available for your custom concrete coating.
by Jeff Bach | Apr 24, 2013 | Blog
Keeping an unprotected garage floor clean looking can be a somewhat difficult task. The problem is, concrete in its natural state is porous, which allows it to soak up liquids that are spilled on it. Dirt, grime, and other debris can also get into these pores of your concrete floor. Once something has seeped into the pores of your floor no matter how long or hard you try to clean, it is unlikely you will ever get it back out again. There is a way to maintain both the great look and the ease of cleaning for your concrete floor.
By getting custom concrete coatings in your garage you will help to protect that great look of your concrete floor. A custom concrete coating will keep dirt and grime from seeping into the pores of your concrete, while helping to protect it from chips or cracks. Once the finished floor coating is in place it’ll be easier than ever before to keep clean, along with the added bonus of the floor maintaining its great look for a much longer period. The sealed floor will also prevent spilled liquids such as oil, or other automotive fluids from wicking into your concrete and eventually into the ground below. The big bonus for many people is the fact that a custom concrete coating will increase property value for your home.
So if you have a garage, call the professionals at Bach Custom Coatings and talk about getting a custom concrete coating today.
by Jeff Bach | Apr 21, 2013 | Blog
Congratulations on opening your new restaurant! It’s an amazing feeling to finally see your dream come to fruition. You’ve got a beautiful layout, the color scheme is flawless and the environment is pleasing to all who enter. But then you look down at the floor. It’s old, boring and maybe even stained. Compared to the rest of the the place, it leaves a lot to be desired.
“But what can be done about it?”, you ask. “It’s just the floor that was here when we leased the space.” The answer; a lot! One of our specialties here at Bach Custom Coatings is reconditioning that lackluster floor and improving the overall appearance of your restaurant.
The options are endless! We offer a vast array of choices and one of them will be perfect for you and your dream restaurant. We can make it just about any color you want and we have several different textures to choose from, such as our “Granite Flake” system. Ever thought of having a metallic floor? Or a floor with 3-D special effects? We can do that. We can even add an old-world or rustic look if you prefer. The possibilities are endless.
Don’t let the beauty and style of your restaurant be limited by the floor that was already in place and don’t let your creativity stop with the décor. Bring your ideas full-circle and really add an eye-popping floor that’ll be sure to standout to everyone who enters your restaurant. Remember, this is your dream, don’t settle for less than the best!
