Questions and Answers for Rust-Oleum EpoxyShield 240 oz. Tan Gloss 2.5-Car Garage Floor Kit

A:  Happy to help! While Rust-Oleum EpoxyShield Garage Floor Coating can be recoated with itself without the need for removal, the surface does need to be cleaned and prepped. The surface needs to be cleaned with a degreasing product. Anything loose also needs to be removed to ensure lasting results. Once the surface is clean and in good, sound condition, you will need to either scuff sand the floor with 60/80 grit sandpaper or prime with Rust-Oleum Concrete and Garage Recoat Primer. You will not use the etching powder in the kits to prep the coated surface. https://www.homedepot.com/p/Rust-Oleum-1-gal-Concrete-and-Garage-Interior-Exterior-Recoat-Primer-338806/308295564 - Rust-Oleum Product Support 3

A:  Happy to help, Jake! Rust-Oleum EpoxyShield Garage Floor Coating will provide a coating that is resistant to gasoline, antifreeze, motor oil, and salt. We do recommend cleaning up chemical spills as soon as possible to prevent damage or staining from prolonged exposure. - Rust-Oleum Product Support 3

A:  Thank you for reaching out, Bill! Rust-Oleum EpoxyShield Garage Floor Coating is intended for use on horizontal concrete surfaces. This product may not offer the same performance on cinder block surfaces. Instead, we recommend Rust-Oleum Concrete and Garage Floor Paint for the cinder block sill areas. This product will be less likely to drip or sag on the surface, and additional coats can be applied after 24 hours if needed due to the porosity of the surface. Make sure to test the surfaces for a sealer prior to coatings to ensure full adhesion. https://www.homedepot.com/p/Rust-Oleum-1-Gal-Armor-Gray-Satin-1-Part-Epoxy-Concrete-Floor-Interior-Exterior-Paint-2-Pack-225359/203423823 - Rust-Oleum Product Support 3

A:  Happy to help! While applying the Epoxyshield Clear Top Coat Kit is not necessary to be applied with our Epoxyshield Garage Floor Coating Kit, it will help provide added durability and a longer lasting finish. -Rust-Oleum Product Support 14

A:  Thank you for reaching out, Thomas. Rust-Oleum Epoxyshield Garage Floor Coating Kit can be applied to newly poured concrete once it has fully cured at 28 days. -Rust-Oleum Product Support 14

A:  Thank you for reaching out, Tedd. Rust-Oleum Epoxyshield Garage Floor Coating can be applied to garages or other concrete floors, like ones in a basement! -Rust-Oleum Product Support 14

A:  Great question! If the concrete was prepped with a concrete grinder, then etching is not required prior to applying Rust-Oleum EpoxyShield Garage Floor Coating. Both methods open up the pores of the concrete to promote full adhesion of the coating on the surface. - Rust-Oleum Product Support 3

A:  Thank you for reaching out, Rich. While Rust-Oleum Epoxyshield Garage Floor Coating Kit provides a durable finish for concrete surfaces, it can not be applied outdoors. The UV exposure will cause the coating to yellow and haze. Instead, we recommend applying our Rust-Oleum Concrete & Garage Paint + Primer. https://www.homedepot.com/p/Rust-Oleum-1-Gal-Battleship-Gray-Satin-1-Part-Epoxy-Concrete-Floor-Interior-Exterior-Paint-225380/203417055 -Rust-Oleum Product Support 14