Questions and Answers for Rust-Oleum EpoxyShield 90 oz. Clear High-Gloss Low VOC Premium Garage Floor Kit

A:  Thank you for reaching out, Jim. While our Rust-Oleum Epoxyshield Garage Floor Kit provides a durable floor coating, it can not be applied to wooden surfaces. Instead, we recommend applying our Rust-Oleum Rocksolid Polycuramine Garage Floor Coating Kit as it can be applied to wood floors. https://www.homedepot.com/p/Rust-Oleum-RockSolid-180-oz-Gray-Polycuramine-2-5-Car-Garage-Floor-Kit-365193/314107176 -Rust-Oleum Product Support 14

A:  Thank you for reaching out, Ralph. The smooth gloss finish of our Rust-Oleum Epoxyshield Garage Floor Coating can become slippery when wet. For added traction on a wet surface we recommend adding our Rust-Oleum Anti-Skid Additive to your last coat. https://www.homedepot.com/p/Rust-Oleum-8-oz-Anti-Skid-Additive-301244/206495776 -Rust-Oleum Product Support 14

A:  Thank you for reaching out. While Rust-Oleum Epoxyshield Garage Floor Coating Kit can be applied to concrete surfaces, it can not be applied outdoors. The UV exposure will cause the paint to yellow and haze. Instead, we recommend applying our Rust-Oleum Concrete & Garage Paint + Primer to outdoor concrete surfaces. 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

A:  Thank you for reaching out, Dennis. Rust-Oleum Epoxyshield Garage Floor Coating Kit can only be applied to concrete surfaces as it needs to penetrate into the pores of the concrete. Applying to a metal floor will hinder the kit from properly curing leaving a tacky finish on the surface. -Rust-Oleum Product Support 14

A:  Thank you for reaching out. All newly poured concrete should be allowed to fully cure for at least 28 days before applying Rust-Oleum Epoxyshield Garage Floor Coating Kit. -Rust-Oleum Product Support 14

A:  Thank you for reaching out Steve. We recommend allowing newly poured concrete to fully cure for at least 30 days before applying our Rust-Oleum Epoxyshield Garage Floor Kit. -Rust-Oleum Product Support 14

A:  Thank you for reaching out Kenny. It is only necessary to apply 1 coat of our Rust-Oleum Epoxyshield Garage Floor Coating Kit. -Rust-Oleum Product Support 14

A:  Thank you for reaching out, Curtis. While our Rust-Oleum Epoxyshield Garage Floor Coating Kit can be applied over concrete that has been prepped by etching, it can not be applied to outdoor surfaces. Even with the cover on the back porch the UV exposure will cause the paint to yellow or haze. Instead, we recommend applying our Rust-Oleum Concrete & Garage Paint + Primer as it can be applied to outdoor concrete. 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

A:  Thank you for reaching out, Cody. While it is not necessary to apply a clear top coat with our Rust-Oleum Epoxyshield Garage Floor Coating Kit, if the chips are protruding this can cause the chips to lift the coating. To ensure for the best protection for your garage floor we recommend applying our Rust-Oleum Epoxyshield Clear Garage Floor Topcoat. https://www.homedepot.com/p/Rust-Oleum-EpoxyShield-90-oz-Clear-High-Gloss-2-Part-Epoxy-Interior-Low-VOC-Premium-Concrete-Garage-Floor-Paint-Top-Coat-Kit-365188/314107317 -Rust-Oleum Product Support 14

A:  Happy to help, Steve! We recommend ensuring that Rust-Oleum EpoxyShield Garage Floor Coating is at room temperature prior to mixing. You will also want to ensure that the product mixes to consistent consistency and does not have any lumps or separation. - Rust-Oleum Product Support 3