Many people assume that epoxy and polyaspartic can not be applied to your floor during cold temperatures, but that is actually not the case. Finding the right temperature to apply a floor coating is necessary for proper curing, but even during the winter, lower temperatures can be worked around by the right professional. A floor coating product should not get below the freezing temperature, 32 degrees Fahrenheit, and reach a certain temperature to cure. Let’s dive deeper into the specifics of floor coatings and how winter temperatures can impact the application. 

The Optimal Temperatures For Floor Coatings

In order for a proper application, floor coating mixtures need to be above the freezing point and need to reach at least 40 degrees to dry. If a colder winter day reaches 40 degrees at some point during the day, a floor coating can be applied. However, lower temperatures could extend the drying and curing time, so colder days may result in you not being able to use the floor quite as quickly. 

Professional applications will dry and cure quickly and are guaranteed to remain durable. Floor coatings that take slightly longer to cure won’t have a shorter lifespan even when applied during the winter. Floor coatings applied during the winter may take a few extra hours to cure, but aren’t any less durable than those applied during the summer.

Coating Types That Are Best Applied In The Winter

The type of coating you use can also change how it applies during the winter. Different coating types will have different freezing points and curing temperatures, which means that some cold days are no match for a coating. Epoxy is more fragile when it comes to cold temperatures and won’t cure correctly unless you are within the proper temperature range. Polyaspartic can be applied no matter the temperature or humidity, making it the best option for applications during the winter. 

Do Colder Temperatures Affect Curing Time?

The type of coating you choose can also play into the overall curing time, especially if cold temperatures are present. Polyurea-based coatings cure in less than 24 hours and bond to the floor almost instantly. Curing time could be slowed slightly in colder weather, but that doesn’t mean that coatings can not be applied to your garage or warehouse floor. 

When Is The Best Time To Get A Floor Coating?

While a floor coating can be applied at any time, there may be a better season or month to get on the schedule of a custom coating business. Getting on the schedule of a professional floor coating company in February or March will help you beat the springtime rush and avoid worries about extreme temperatures. Getting your floor coatings done during this time will allow you to get more use out of the floor during the summer months and avoid having to store your items outside of the garage or warehouse for a long period of time while a coating is being applied. 

Diamond Custom Coatings can help apply your floor coating before the spring weather begins to warm up, allowing your floor to be protected from spring debris and melting snow. You can have a stunning floor for upcoming projects, busy shipping seasons, or a business expansion when you schedule your application during a less busy month.

Floor Coatings From Diamond Custom Coatings

Diamond Custom Coatings offers a variety of coating options for residential and commercial spaces in Louisville, KY. Our team focuses on durable products and allows homeowners or business owners to enjoy their durable floors in just under 48 hours. Our floor coatings can help protect the subfloor from further damage, allowing the space to look and feel professional for longer. Floor coatings can be customized to any color and pattern you desire, allowing you to highlight certain areas or architectural elements.

When you are looking for a floor coating company, you should choose one that will respect your home and take the time to prepare the surface before application. Our team works hard to offer durable products, prepare your floor, and ensure that the coating will last for years to come. Reach out to us to get a quote and improve your floor today!