Polyaspartic is 4 times stronger than epoxy making it scratch and chemical resistant. Polyaspartic will not fade or yellow with sunlight exposure. This is a big one since most garages are exposed to sunlight, especially the apron.
Benefits of Polyurea Concrete Coatings
As previously stated, polyurea is four times stronger than epoxy. It also has 98% more flexibility than epoxy.
As mentioned above, Polyurea is 4x stronger than Epoxy. It is also 98% more flexible than Epoxy. It is the flexibility of the material that makes it extremely durable and long-lasting.
Nowadays, polyurea coatings are a much better option. Here at Garage Force, our patented polyurea garage floor coatings are about 20 times stronger than epoxy coatings.
This world record was obtained by using DELO MONOPOX VE403728. However, this adhesive is not commercially available. The strongest epoxy glue you can purchase is probably Systemthree's T-88. This two-part adhesive has a tensile strength of 7000 psi.
Overall, just three grams of the world's strongest glue could hold a staggering 17.5 tons! It's unsurprising, then, that the world's strongest glue is an epoxy resin.
Among adhesives, epoxies rate the highest in PSI (Pounds Per Square Inch).
Pro: Epoxy is stronger than glue, so it can be a good choice for projects that require a lot of strength.
They are a flexible yet durable material, making them impact-resistant. Polyurea coatings also won't stain from oil and grease spills, are easy to clean up, and won't fade under extreme heat and sunlight. Because of the higher quality of polyurea coatings, they are on the higher end of the cost range.
Glass is typically harder than epoxy resin but is considerably more fragile.
Your bones, pound for pound, are 4 times stronger than concrete. A muscle called the diaphragm controls the human breathing process. Bone is stronger than some steel. Bones make up only 14% of our weight.
ASTM C881 Type Definitions
Type IV — For use in load-bearing applications for bonding hardened concrete to hardened concrete and other materials and as a binder for epoxy mortars and concretes. This structural load bearing category is considered to be a technical equivalent to AASHTO M 235.
As you might have guessed, 100% solid epoxy is the thickest, most durable, and most expensive option, while the other two types are a bit cheaper, thinner, and less durable, though they still get the job done if installed properly.
Polyurea's extremely fast curing time can lead to a weaker bond and a greater chance of imperfections showing once cured.
Shark Coatings is formulated with a combination of Polyurea & Polyaspartic materials that enhance chemical and temperature resilience. This means the coating can endure harsh substances and wide temperature ranges.
Polyaspartic has superior elasticity compared to epoxy, which is more brittle. How much better? A lot. High-quality polyaspartic coatings are 98-100% more flexible than epoxy coatings.
Preparation is critical to a successful high gloss application; you cannot skip it. While you can apply polyurea or polyaspartic coatings yourself, hiring a professional team ensures optimal appearance and performance. If you need a concrete floor coating, we can help.
The cost of polyurea garage floor coatings can range from $2 to $4 per square foot. For a typical two-car garage, this would cost between $640 and $1280. To get an accurate estimate of the cost of polyurea garage floor coatings for your project, please contact a contractor who specializes in this type of work.
For that reason, if your garage floor ever happens to shift, that polyurea coating will remain intact. Instead of cracking or breaking, it will instead bend and flex to accommodate the shifting floor.
Because polyurea is more durable than epoxy, it has a life expectancy of about 15 years. (At Innovative Concrete we offer exclusive 15-year warranties.) Just think, one application in 15 years with polyurea and 3 to 4 applications in the same time period with epoxy.
Gorilla Epoxy works well on many types of plastic (roughen surfaces prior to gluing), but is not recommended for use on PVC pipe, polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP) plastic, or certain types of rubber with high oil or plasticiser content.
Quick comparison:
Strength: Epoxy generally offers superior bond strength. Flexibility: Polyurethane excels with better flexibility and impact resistance. Environmental Resistance: Both perform well, but polyurethane is often better in UV and weather resistance.
Polyurea is the latest advancement in coating technology, providing the best of all worlds. Its extreme durability makes it 20 times stronger than epoxy. It's chemically resistant to salt, oil, gas and other harsh chemicals.
Broadly speaking, most J-B Weld products will not adhere or bond well to: Any flexible rubber surface. Canvas. Polypropylene plastic.
PC-11 allows about 30 minutes of working time and cures for service in 12-24 hours. The epoxy can be shaped and molded and machined and painted after cured. PC-7 is the tough job epoxy. This paste epoxy was formulated for maximum bonding power.