Apply Epoxy Topcoat and Final Cure

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No fancy grinders or nasty chemicals needed! #epoxyfloors #citadelfloors #epoxyprimer #flakedfloors

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What happens here

After the EP55 epoxy primer has fully cured according to its manufacturer's instructions, proceed with applying the main epoxy topcoat. The video's primary focus is on the successful outcome of this method: the finished floor has resisted common problems like "hot tire pickup" and the previously filled saw cuts remain uncracked. This implies a full epoxy floor system was applied, likely including decorative flakes for aesthetic appeal and slip resistance, followed by a final clear coat if desired.

Goal: Complete the durable epoxy garage floor system.

Tools and materials

Clear topcoat/sealer — Providing an additional layer of protection, chemical resistance, and gloss
Decorative flakes — Adding aesthetic appeal and a slight texture to the floor
Epoxy Topcoat Rustoleum — Providing the final durable and protective layer for the floor
Roller covers — Applying the epoxy topcoat evenly
Safety glasses — Protecting eyes from splashes or fumes
Safety gloves — Protecting hands from epoxy chemicals
Spiked shoes — Allowing safe walking on wet epoxy during application

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filled with Polylex from Rustoleum. They're not cracked. They're not separated. The floor didn't come up from hot tire pickup like everybody was saying it was going to last a week to two weeks. It's still here. It hasn't failed. EP55 epoxy primer properly over a properly prepared concrete uh cleaned with uh CRUD cutter. CRUD cutter industrial cleaner. It's still here, everybody. It's lasted. It hasn't failed. So, you can do it. You don't need all those fancy little grinders. Trust me. Stay tuned. Until next year when we come back and look at my amazing epoxy floor and see that it still looks brand new and hasn't failed in the saw cuts haven't cracked.

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