Epoxy and polyaspartic coatings can be placed in a variety of homes and commercial areas to improve their durability. Including a coating in your tiny home can improve the aesthetics of your tiny home while giving your flooring more years of quality use. Diamond Custom Coatings applies epoxy and polyaspartic to residential floors to help homeowners complete multiple activities with ease. Coated floors provide better safety for those living in or visiting a home and are a quality conversation starter for guests. 

Benefits Of Floor Coatings In Residential Spaces

Investing in a floor coating can provide a number of benefits for the floor, those living in the home, pets, and visitors to your home. Putting a coating on the floor of your tiny home can provide you with the following benefits. 

Durability

One of the biggest benefits of coating a floor is the durability it provides against foot traffic damage, weather damage, or pet scratches. In a tiny home, you will be walking across the same spots frequently since there is limited floor space. Polyaspartic and epoxy coatings will prevent deterioration to the floor of a tiny home, which may not be extremely durable to begin with. 

Stain Resistance

All homes will experience spills and stains, but different flooring can remain discolored or stained even if you are proactive about cleaning. Putting a floor coating in the kitchen or entryway of a tiny home will limit frequent staining from food or outdoor debris. 

Fewer Repairs

Those living in a tiny home may be trying to save money or live on a budget, so constantly repairing the floor can be taxing. Floor replacement or repairs can add up quickly, especially if you have rare flooring or a color that is no longer being produced. Coating the composite or wood flooring of a tiny home before moving in will provide better longevity than other flooring.

Challenges Of Coating A Small Space

Because tiny homes are significantly smaller than other homes, the tools used to apply a floor coating may not be able to be applied normally. Working in a small space can make it difficult for technicians to maneuver their bodies and application tools appropriately. When it comes to floor coatings, a smooth application is crucial, which can be difficult when you are working around tight corners, stacked cupboards, or beds. 

Application In Tight Corners

The limited working space in a tiny home can make it difficult to apply a floor coating to all corners of the space. Pushing the liquid against small corners or hard to reach areas could impact the longevity of the coating. Professionals may have to acquire specialized tools in order to coat a floor in a tiny home.

Even Coating In A Tiny Home

Getting an even layer across a narrow space may seem easy, but with the confined quarters where smaller tools are needed, the coating may become uneven near storage areas or steps into the home. Application is crucial to providing benefits to the homeowner, so when the coating features air bubbles or thin areas, the coating can lift easily. 

Moisture Issues

Tiny homes often experience more moisture than other residential homes. Inadequate ventilation and condensation can cause your floor coating to lift prematurely. Tiny homes on trailers specifically are prone to moisture problems, making floor coatings a bad choice.

Are Floor Coatings Right For Your Tiny Home?

It is up to the homeowner to decide if a floor coating is a wise investment for their tiny home, but depending on the square footage of the home and the material of the subfloor, professionals may shy away from applying a coating. Polyaspartic and epoxy are best applied to concrete or stone, but some tiny homes have a composite underbelly/subfloor. While it is not impossible to apply a coating to this floor, it may not have the same expected lifespan as with other floor types.

The small application area may also make it hard for professionals to apply the coating effectively. Coating a small space might also not be worth the cost of labor and materials for a coating company. Floor coating is often sold in large quantities and can be hard to store. If you are only wanting to coat a 5 foot area, for example, a company may not feel your project is worthwhile.

Floor Coatings From Our Professionals

Diamond Custom Coatings specializes in garage floor coatings, but can also coat many other areas of a residential space. Our professionals have the skills and tools needed to complete a basement, tiny home, garage, or patio area with ease. A durable and professionally applied coating can protect your subfloor for up to 20 years. 
Whether you have a large home or a tiny home in the Kentucky area, we are happy to work with you. Reach out to our team to learn more about pricing and discuss any concerns you may have. We can’t wait to work with you!