Should I even use a clear top coat on epoxy floors?

I own auto repair shops. I've tried 3 industrial brands of epoxy (not home store Rustoleum stuff) and each one has lasted less than 1 1/2 years before showing obvious signs of wear. I'm contemplating just skipping the decorative flakes and clear top coat. It seems the top coat is never very durable. They quickly wear down and expose the chips, which end up getting knocked off / worn down until I have bare epoxy. I figure if i skip the flakes and top coat, I'll just have solid epoxy to wear down until it hits bare concrete. So, the wear won't be as evident until we hit concrete. Is the top coat necessary? Is it supposed to be more durable than the epoxy?Should I even use a clear top coat on epoxy floors?
Hello.





I work for Rust-Oleum and have you ever thought about trying the DIY kit?


If you want industrial strength I would suggest using our Professional version, link attched.





With our kit you don't have to add the chips or a clear coat if you prefer not to do so.





If you have any questions feel free to contact our customer service department at 1-800-323-3584.





Thanks and I hope this helps.

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I'm trying to make a Clear Plastic square (Akrylic, epoxy?)

I'm trying to make a solid, clear cube with a tiny object embedded inside it. I've read about Akrylic, and epoxy, and urathane, but hardly anyone has had the experience. Does anyone know of a webpage or a place where I can locate ';how to'; information and possibly pictures of making this item? Any information would be much appreciated. ThanksI'm trying to make a Clear Plastic square (Akrylic, epoxy?)
The name of the product you want is CASTING AND EMBEDDING RESIN which comes in two parts one is the resin the other the catalyst you mix in to start the hardening process. Fun to use on almost anything from water proof logo hub caps to table tops.


The resin is available through most hardware stores if in Australia Bunnings is where I buy it and it comes under the name of DIGGERS.


Web Site for more info is www.diggersaust.com.au.


Have fun.....I'm trying to make a Clear Plastic square (Akrylic, epoxy?)
As Richard states, what you are looking for is called 'casting resin'. To get the object embedded in the center of the resin, you pour to the halfway mark on the mold, let it cure out. When the first pour is hard, then you add the object, and pour over it.





You can actually embed several objects at different levels, by doing multiple pours.





Here is a yahoo search link with many suppliers of casting resins -


http://search.yahoo.com/search;_ylt=A0ge鈥?/a>





You can also use casting resins to fill voids in wood. That's how I first came across this fun to use product.





Have Fun
Try Envirotex Lite Pour On Polymer . This stuff works pretty good . You have to do it in layers though. It is available at most craft stores. A.C. Moore, creative whole sale ect. Heres a link check it out. I use the stuff to make my own picture frames. good luck.


www.creative-wholesale.com/Envirotex Lite.htm

Clear Conductive Epoxy?

Is there a clear, reasonably conductive epoxy available on the market? If so, please list the name of the company and product number. If not, what might I mix into a clear epoxy that would make it both conductive and not opaque?


THANKS!Clear Conductive Epoxy?
thermally conductive NO


electrically conductive NO





no material which is clear


would remain clear with the added material to make it conduct





UNLESS we are talking about VERY THIN layers


like as used on Space suit visors





thin layer of gold as I recallClear Conductive Epoxy?
I am assuming you are talking about electrically conductive ? If so I have never seen or heard of clear. Most of the epoxies have silver in them to make them conductive. If you are talking about thermally conductive, you may have better luck (although I have not seen that in clear either).

Would you recommend using Quikrete Premium Clear Epoxy Coating? ?

I have a garage floor that i just finished epoxy painting. The finish was extremely dull. Yes uniform in color, but no luster at all. I purchased the Quikrete Premium Clear Epoxy Coating which is a high gloss epoxy finish. The instructions aren't very clear, it addresses applying this to a raw concrete floor (degrease %26amp; etch) and a existing painted floor (scrub w/ a pad, rinse and dry), but not necessarily a newly epoxy floor. Can I just apply after mixing A and B, letting it set and then rolling? I really don't want to tear up the work that i've just completed, yet i want to ensure the clear gloss sticks properly. Thanks expert painters.Would you recommend using Quikrete Premium Clear Epoxy Coating? ?
If your previous layer of paint is securely stuck then just scuff up the finish with about 120 grit sand paper, and I guaranty the clear will stick. Good Luck!

Clear Epoxy Somethingg??

my friend wants top cast a book she has in like a clear epoxy so that its like suspended in the clear stuff...like...i dont know how to explain it...then shes gonna drill a hole in it and make it into a vasee...





like thiss...:


http://www.resin-supplies.co.uk/embedbot鈥?/a>





what can she usee??Clear Epoxy Somethingg??
look at the root name of the link you posted. RESIN is the clear stuff that is used for encasing things it comes as a can of clear syrup and a small bottle of catalyst that is stirred in thoroughly and sets up hard. It is sold online, in hardware stores (casting resin) and hobby %26amp; craft shops like Michaels and Hobby Lobby. You will need to buy some and practice before you do something critical. There isn't any substitute and no way to make it at home. If you are really serious, it is cheaper to buy a gallon than 4 quarts and until you measure out what you need and add the catalyst it stores well.

I just paint my garage floor with Rust-Oleum Epoxy-shield. Is there a clear coat I can use on the floor now?

you need to use the Rust-Oleum Epoxy Shield Premium Clear Coating.





EPOXYShield庐 Premium Clear Coating is a 2-part high performance


epoxy for ultimate adhesion, durability and chemical resistance.


When used over other EPOXYShield庐 coatings, EPOXYShield庐


Premium Clear Coating adds an extra layer of protection and


provides a high gloss showroom quality finish.





http://rustoleum.com/CBGProduct.asp?pid=鈥?/a>I just paint my garage floor with Rust-Oleum Epoxy-shield. Is there a clear coat I can use on the floor now?
Wait 72 hours for the paint to cure. Apply 4 coats of ZEP high traffic floor finish using a grout sponge and 30 minutes between coats. Just pour the sealer on the floor and spread it around using the sponge. It is self leveling. Work your way out of the garage and place the sponge in a plastic bag between coats.


I hope you followed the directions to a t on the can of epoxy......etching.....priming and painting.I just paint my garage floor with Rust-Oleum Epoxy-shield. Is there a clear coat I can use on the floor now?
did you remove the original sealer and etch the floor if not you may have a problem with your paint sticking to the floor as for your clear coat you will need to rough up your new paint for the clear coat to stick otherwise it will peel off
Yes, Rust-Oleum makes a clear coat kit just for your application. Go to www.homedepot.com and punch in part# 225225. This kit sells for around $100 in my area.
I dont care what you put on it, hot tire pickup is gonna happen eventually, I am not going to do that anymore, going with the vinyl snap it system

Epoxy Clear Coating on Garage Floor?

We put the Epoxy Clear Coating on our garage floor over the Quikrete and it seems that it was too humid at the time. The white dried on our floor and it looks absolutely disgusting. Is there anything we can do to fix this?


THANKS !Epoxy Clear Coating on Garage Floor?
The damage is done. You can shot blast to remove ( contact a concrete supply store) or purchase a colored epoxy and repaint. I am a painting contractor, that is what i recommend. Good luck

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