New York & New Jersey: Stunning, Durable Floors That Last for Decades

New York & New Jersey: Stunning, Durable Floors That Last for Decades

Epoxy Flooring Experts in New York & New Jersey: Stunning, Durable Floors That Last for Decades

If you live or work in New York City or New Jersey, you already understand how much abuse a concrete floor takes over time. Between the freeze-thaw cycles, humidity swings, heavy vehicles, foot traffic, and daily spills, most floors don’t stand a chance without constant maintenance. That’s why epoxy flooring has become the #1 modern solution for homeowners and businesses that want durability and beauty without the hassle.

At Epoxy Plus Pro, we’ve spent more than 25 years specializing in premium epoxy, polyaspartic, grind & seal, and designer metallic flooring systems across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, Staten Island, and Northern and Central New Jersey. Our customers tell us we deliver something they can’t get elsewhere—exceptional craftsmanship, premium materials, professional installers, and results that last for decades.

  • This expanded guide walks you through:
  • All the reasons epoxy flooring is the smartest upgrade you can make
  • What makes Epoxy Plus Pro different from other installers
  • Detailed breakdowns of the systems we offer
  • How our installation process works step-by-step
  • Real benefits for residential and commercial customers
  • Localized insight for homeowners and businesses in NYC & NJ
  • Answers to the most common questions people ask

Let’s dive in and break down everything you need to know.


Why Epoxy Flooring Is the Smartest Upgrade for Your Home or Business

Epoxy Flooring Is Designed to Solve Real Problems

Concrete is durable, but untreated concrete comes with its own list of frustrating problems:

1. Concrete Dusting That Never Stops

If you’ve noticed a thin gray powder collecting under your car or on your boxes, that’s concrete dusting. It happens naturally as the surface breaks down. Epoxy eliminates dusting entirely by sealing the concrete permanently.

2. Stains That Never Come Out

Oil spills, transmission leaks, water stains, rust, salt rings, and chemical drips slowly eat into bare concrete. Epoxy creates a non-porous, stain-proof barrier—making cleanup effortless.

3. Cracking, Pitting, and Spalling

Seasonal temperature swings in NYC and NJ can be brutal on concrete. Moisture gets in, freezes, expands, and breaks the surface. We repair and rebuild damaged concrete before applying epoxy, restoring the slab’s structural integrity.

4. Faded Paint or Failed DIY Coatings

Big-box kits peel within months because they’re thin and applied without commercial prep. A professional epoxy installation uses industrial grinders and diamond tooling, which allows the coating to bond permanently.

5. Moisture Issues (Very Common in the Northeast)

Basements, ground-level slabs, and garages often hold moisture. When trapped under cheap coatings, it causes peeling and bubbles. We use moisture-mitigating primers designed for high-humidity regions like NY/NJ.

6. Floors That Look Old, Dark, or Dirty

Epoxy transforms a dark, dingy concrete surface into a bright, clean, beautiful space. Customers often tell us their garage looks like a brand-new room.


What Makes Epoxy So Effective?

Epoxy Bonds to Concrete on a Molecular Level

Epoxy isn’t “paint.” It’s a chemical reaction between resin and hardener that creates a material stronger than concrete itself. When professionally installed, the epoxy penetrates the pores of the slab and becomes part of the floor.

This molecular bond is why a properly installed epoxy floor:

  • Doesn’t peel
  • Doesn’t bubble
  • Doesn’t delaminate
  • Lasts 10–20+ years

Untrained installers skip this part. We don’t.

It’s One of the Most Durable Flooring Solutions Available

Epoxy withstands:

  • Hot tires
  • Heavy equipment
  • Chemical spills
  • Salt and snow
  • High foot traffic
  • Impacts and abrasions
  • Moisture and humidity

This makes it perfect for garages, basements, commercial buildings, warehouses, gyms, retail stores, and more.

Epoxy Floors Look Incredible

A huge advantage of epoxy is its ability to look beautiful while performing like a commercial-grade material. You can choose:

  • Solid colors for a clean, modern look
  • Decorative flake systems for texture, durability, and design
  • Metallic epoxy floors with 3D movement and incredible reflective depth
  • Tinted epoxy that mimics polished concrete
  • Grind & seal finishes for an industrial aesthetic

Few flooring systems offer this level of customization.


What Makes Epoxy Plus Pro the Best Choice in New York & New Jersey?

Our 25+ Years of Experience Set Us Apart

Experience matters—especially with epoxy.
We’ve installed:

  • Apartment lobby floors
  • Large-scale commercial areas
  • Luxury home metallic floors
  • Thousands of garages
  • Restaurant kitchen coatings
  • Retail stores
  • Gyms and fitness centers
  • Warehouses and industrial spaces

This experience allows us to handle:

  • Moisture issues
  • Uneven slabs
  • Older concrete
  • Failed coatings
  • Complex color designs
  • High-traffic commercial needs

We don’t guess—we diagnose.

Our Installers Are Full-Time Professionals

Unlike companies that subcontract their labor, our team works exclusively for us. Every installer has extensive training in:

  • Surface preparation
  • 100% solids epoxy
  • Polyaspartic chemistry
  • Industrial equipment
  • Color and design systems
  • Commercial safety standards

You get consistent quality on every job.

We Use Industrial-Grade Epoxy and Polyaspartics

Our materials include:

  • High-build epoxy
  • UV-resistant polyaspartics
  • Moisture-blocking primers
  • High-wear urethanes
  • Decorative flakes
  • Metallic pigments
  • Anti-slip additives

These are not store-bought products.
They’re professional-grade coatings designed for long-term use.

We Do Free On-Site Consultations

Before we install anything, we inspect:

  • Moisture readings
  • Cracks and structural issues
  • Prior coatings
  • Levelness
  • Expansion joints
  • Traffic patterns
  • Lighting in the space
  • Color preferences
  • Finish options

This ensures your floor performs exactly as intended.

We Communicate Clearly and Professionally

Customers consistently appreciate that we:

  • Show up on time
  • Explain each step
  • Provide honest expectations
  • Keep them informed
  • Maintain clean workspaces
  • Follow up after the job

Our professional approach is a major reason customers refer us to friends and family.


Our Epoxy Flooring Services in NYC & NJ

Garage Floor Epoxy

Most customers start with the garage because it’s one of the easiest ways to:

  • Add value to the home
  • Improve curb appeal
  • Reduce maintenance
  • Create a clean, organized space

Our garage flooring systems include:

  • Full flake epoxy systems
  • Solid color epoxy
  • Polyaspartic topcoats
  • Satin or glossy finishes
  • UV-stable systems
  • Anti-slip options

Why Homeowners Love Garage Epoxy

A finished garage:

  • Looks like a professional showroom
  • Stays cleaner year-round
  • Resists road salt and snow
  • Eliminates concrete dust
  • Feels like an extension of the home

More homeowners today use their garage as:

  • A gym
  • A workshop
  • A hobby space
  • Additional storage
  • An organized entryway

Epoxy makes the space feel new again.


Commercial Epoxy Flooring

Businesses choose epoxy for one reason: performance.

You’ll find epoxy in:

  • Showrooms
  • Warehouses
  • Restaurants
  • Retail stores
  • Schools
  • Manufacturing areas
  • Medical facilities
  • Auto shops

Commercial epoxy benefits include:

  • High wear resistance
  • Easy cleaning
  • Improved safety
  • Seamless surface
  • Chemical protection
  • Non-slip options
  • Reflective brightness
  • Attractive, professional appearance

We’ve completed commercial projects from 1,000 sq. ft. to 50,000+ sq. ft., and we follow all workplace safety regulations.


Metallic Epoxy Floors

Metallic epoxy is one of the most visually impressive flooring options available today.
Perfect for:

  • Residential interiors
  • Lobbies
  • Retail spaces
  • Restaurants
  • High-end basements

Why Metallic Epoxy Is So Popular

Each floor is:

  • Custom poured
  • Artistically blended
  • Unique to your space
  • Designed with color depth and 3D movement
  • As durable as it is beautiful

With metallic epoxy, you can achieve looks ranging from:

  • Ocean waves
  • Marble stone
  • Clouds
  • Lava flow
  • Galaxy effects
  • Faux polished stone

If you want a floor with “wow factor,” this is it.

To learn more about metallic systems, check out:
👉 https://www.epoxypluspro.com/blog/metallic-epoxy-floor-installation-guide


Flake Epoxy Flooring

Flake systems are the most popular and most durable epoxy flooring option for both homeowners and businesses.
They’re perfect for:

  • Garages
  • Basements
  • Schools
  • Fire stations
  • Retail
  • Animal care facilities
  • Gyms

Advantages of Flake Floors

  • Slip-resistant texture
  • Great at hiding dirt
  • UV-stable topcoat
  • Suitable for heavy traffic
  • Huge color selection
  • Very low maintenance

This system is extremely tough and long-lasting—ideal for high-use environments.


Grind & Seal Systems

This industrial-modern finish is popular across NYC in:

  • Lofts
  • Studios
  • Restaurants
  • Coffee shops
  • Retail stores

Grind & Seal Benefits

  • Shows natural character of the concrete
  • Affordable alternative to polished concrete
  • Resistant to stains and spills
  • Can be matte, satin, or gloss
  • Protects the slab while maintaining a raw aesthetic

Shoppers, designers, and architects love this look.


Polished Concrete–Inspired Epoxy

Many customers want polished concrete but don’t want:

  • High cost
  • Long installation times
  • The dust from grinding
  • Variations in concrete color

Tinted epoxy with a urethane topcoat solves this issue.

It gives you:

  • A sleek, modern aesthetic
  • Total control over color and consistency
  • Durability superior to polished concrete
  • Faster installation

Learn more about this system here:
👉 https://www.epoxypluspro.com/blog/how-tinted-epoxy-can-make-your-floor-look-like-polished-concrete


Step-by-Step Overview of the Installation Process

Step 1: Surface Preparation

This is the most important part of the job.
We use:

  • Planetary diamond grinders
  • Shot blasters (when needed)
  • Industrial vacuums
  • Moisture testing tools
  • Repair compounds

A properly prepared surface ensures the epoxy bonds permanently.

Step 2: Primer Coat

The primer:

  • Enhances adhesion
  • Reduces moisture issues
  • Prepares the slab for the base coat
  • Seals porous concrete

This step is crucial in the Northeast due to humidity and freeze-thaw cycles.

Step 3: Base Coat Application

Depending on the system, the base coat may be:

  • 100% solids epoxy
  • Polyaspartic
  • Tinted epoxy
  • Metallic epoxy base

Our installers apply this layer with professional precision.

Step 4: Decorative or Functional Layer

This can include:

  • Full flake broadcast
  • Metallic swirls
  • Solid color build coat
  • Quartz aggregate
  • Anti-slip textures

This is where the floor’s design is created.

Step 5: Clear Topcoat

Your floor is protected with:

  • UV-resistant urethane
  • Polyaspartic
  • Slip-resistant additives

This topcoat seals in durability and shine.

Step 6: Final Cure & Walkthrough

We walk you through:

  • Cure times
  • Cleaning instructions
  • Maintenance tips
  • Long-term expectations

Most floors are walkable in 12–24 hours and drivable in 48–72 hours.


Frequently Asked Questions

How long does a typical installation take?

Most garages: 1 day
Metallic floors: 2–3 days
Large commercial spaces: depends on size

How long do epoxy floors last?

10–20+ years depending on:

  • Foot traffic
  • UV exposure
  • Maintenance
  • Coating type

Do you install epoxy in commercial locations?

Yes — from retail spaces to warehouses.

Do epoxy floors require maintenance?

Just sweep and mop as needed — it’s extremely low-maintenance.

What areas do you serve?

All 5 NYC boroughs + Northern and Central NJ.

For more garage-related info, visit:
👉 https://www.epoxypluspro.com/blog/garage-floor-epoxy-options


Service Areas Across NYC & NJ

We proudly serve:

  • Manhattan
  • Brooklyn
  • Queens
  • The Bronx
  • Staten Island
  • Jersey City
  • Hoboken
  • Montclair
  • Newark
  • Clifton
  • Edison
  • Morristown
  • Woodbridge
  • Short Hills
  • Summit
  • And more

If you're in NYC or NJ—we come to you.


Ready to Transform Your Concrete Floor?

Whether it’s your home, business, or commercial facility, Epoxy Plus Pro delivers the region’s highest-quality epoxy flooring systems.

Contact us today and schedule your free on-site estimate.

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