Internal Pricing ReferenceResidential Division

Floor Coating
Pricing Sheet.

Per-square-foot pricing, system specifications, and sample project totals for residential epoxy, polyurea, polyaspartic, metallic, and flake floor coatings.

Client Reference Copy
Valid ForJune 2026ThroughJune 30, 2026Revised06/--/2026Doc IDFC-2026.06RegionUS StandardCurrencyUSD
Finished two-car residential garage with glossy flake epoxy floor
§ 01

Systems at a glance

System$/sqftLifespanCure
Standard Epoxy$3 – $75 – 10 yrs3 – 7 days
Polyurea Base Coat$4 – $810 – 15 yrs4 – 8 hours
Polyaspartic Topcoat$5 – $915 – 20 yrs1 – 2 hours
Full Polyurea / Polyaspartic System$7 – $1215 – 20 yrs24 hrs to vehicle
Metallic Epoxy$7 – $1510 – 15 yrs3 – 5 days
Decorative Flake (Full Broadcast)$5 – $1015 – 20 yrs24 hrs to vehicle

Prices reflect typical fully-installed US residential ranges for June 2026. Final pricing depends on slab condition, access, and color/finish selections.

§ 02

System deep-dives

Standard Epoxy
Plate · EPOXY★★★☆☆
System

Standard Epoxy

A two-part 100% solids epoxy resin troweled or rolled over prepped concrete. The category workhorse – affordable, high-build, and forgiving on imperfect slabs.

Price
$3 – $7 / sqft
Lifespan
5 – 10 yrs
Cure
3 – 7 days
Prep
Diamond grind + crack chase + patch
Warranty
1 – 5 yr labor
Best for
Budget garage floors, low-traffic basements
Pros
  • +Lowest entry cost
  • +High-build fills minor pits
  • +Strong chemical resistance
  • +Wide color selection
Trade-offs
  • –Ambers/yellows under UV
  • –Slow cure (no same-day use)
  • –Brittle vs. impact
  • –Hot tire pickup if cured improperly
Sized examples · installed total
AreaLowHighMidpoint
250 sqft$750$1,750$1,250
400 sqft$1,200$2,800$2,000
600 sqft$1,800$4,200$3,000
1000 sqft$3,000$7,000$5,000
Polyurea Base Coat
Plate · POLYUREA★★★★☆
System

Polyurea Base Coat

Fast-set, flexible, deeply penetrating base coat. Almost always paired with a polyaspartic topcoat as part of a one-day install.

Price
$4 – $8 / sqft
Lifespan
10 – 15 yrs
Cure
4 – 8 hours
Prep
Diamond grind to CSP-2/3 + crack repair
Warranty
5 – 10 yr labor
Best for
Base layer in a same-day system
Pros
  • +Cures in hours, not days
  • +4× more flexible than epoxy
  • +Penetrates and locks to concrete
  • +Installs in 40 – 110 °F
Trade-offs
  • –Short working time
  • –Pro install required
  • –Rarely sold as a standalone finish
  • –Higher material cost
Sized examples · installed total
AreaLowHighMidpoint
250 sqft$1,000$2,000$1,500
400 sqft$1,600$3,200$2,400
600 sqft$2,400$4,800$3,600
1000 sqft$4,000$8,000$6,000
Polyaspartic Topcoat
Plate · POLYASPARTIC★★★★★
System

Polyaspartic Topcoat

A high-performance aliphatic resin clear coat. Crystal-clear, scratch-resistant, and 100% UV stable – the premium sealing layer for any system.

Price
$5 – $9 / sqft
Lifespan
15 – 20 yrs
Cure
1 – 2 hours
Prep
Applied over cured base coat or flake broadcast
Warranty
10 – 15 yr labor
Best for
UV-stable topcoat over base or flake
Pros
  • +Will not yellow in sun
  • +Walk on same day
  • +Scratch & chemical resistant
  • +Crystal-clear gloss
Trade-offs
  • –Premium pricing
  • –Thin film – needs a base
  • –Sensitive to humidity at install
  • –Not a stand-alone primer
Sized examples · installed total
AreaLowHighMidpoint
250 sqft$1,250$2,250$1,750
400 sqft$2,000$3,600$2,800
600 sqft$3,000$5,400$4,200
1000 sqft$5,000$9,000$7,000
Full Polyurea / Polyaspartic System
Plate · FULL-SYSTEM★★★★★
System

Full Polyurea / Polyaspartic System

The flagship system. Polyurea base + full flake broadcast + polyaspartic clear topcoat – installed and driven on inside 24 hours.

Price
$7 – $12 / sqft
Lifespan
15 – 20 yrs
Cure
24 hrs to vehicle
Prep
Full diamond grind + crack & joint repair + moisture test
Warranty
Lifetime structural / 15 yr labor
Best for
Premium one-day garage install
Pros
  • +One-day installation
  • +Lifetime structural warranty common
  • +Hides slab imperfections
  • +Hot-tire & UV resistant
Trade-offs
  • –Highest cost residential tier
  • –Limited DIY
  • –Color choice locked to flake blends
Sized examples · installed total
AreaLowHighMidpoint
250 sqft$1,750$3,000$2,375
400 sqft$2,800$4,800$3,800
600 sqft$4,200$7,200$5,700
1000 sqft$7,000$12,000$9,500
Metallic Epoxy
Plate · METALLIC★★★★☆
System

Metallic Epoxy

Pearlescent metallic pigments suspended in a 100% solids epoxy, manipulated by hand to create depth, swirls, and a liquid-marble effect. Every floor is one-of-one.

Price
$7 – $15 / sqft
Lifespan
10 – 15 yrs
Cure
3 – 5 days
Prep
Diamond grind + tinted basecoat
Warranty
5 – 10 yr labor
Best for
Showrooms, statement garages, basements
Pros
  • +Show-stopping visual depth
  • +Seamless and waterproof
  • +Custom artistry per install
  • +Premium retail look
Trade-offs
  • –Artistic – no two are identical
  • –Requires UV-stable topcoat
  • –Longer cure time
  • –Higher labor skill premium
Sized examples · installed total
AreaLowHighMidpoint
250 sqft$1,750$3,750$2,750
400 sqft$2,800$6,000$4,400
600 sqft$4,200$9,000$6,600
1000 sqft$7,000$15,000$11,000
Decorative Flake (Full Broadcast)
Plate · FLAKE★★★★★
System

Decorative Flake (Full Broadcast)

Vinyl color chips broadcast to refusal into a wet base coat, then sealed under a clear topcoat. Hides slab flaws, adds slip resistance, and offers endless color blends.

Price
$5 – $10 / sqft
Lifespan
15 – 20 yrs
Cure
24 hrs to vehicle
Prep
Diamond grind + crack chase + cove if requested
Warranty
10 – 15 yr labor
Best for
Most popular residential garage finish
Pros
  • +Hides cracks & repairs
  • +Built-in slip resistance
  • +Hundreds of color blends
  • +Easy to clean
Trade-offs
  • –Texture you can feel underfoot
  • –Premium over solid color
  • –Requires skilled broadcast technique
Sized examples · installed total
AreaLowHighMidpoint
250 sqft$1,250$2,500$1,875
400 sqft$2,000$4,000$3,000
600 sqft$3,000$6,000$4,500
1000 sqft$5,000$10,000$7,500
§ 03

Which system is right for you?

Daily-driver garage

Polyurea base + polyaspartic topcoat

Flexible base bonds and crack-bridges; UV-stable topcoat locks in flake and stays color-true. Vehicle-ready next day.

$7 – $12 / sqft
Finished basement

Single-coat polyaspartic or standard epoxy

No UV exposure, low traffic. Either gives a clean, easy-to-clean finish – epoxy if budget matters, polyaspartic if speed does.

$3 – $9 / sqft
Covered patio / carport

Polyaspartic finish (never bare polyurea)

Any sun exposure will amber an aromatic polyurea finish. Polyaspartic stays color-stable for years outdoors.

$5 – $10 / sqft
Showpiece garage

Metallic epoxy or full flake broadcast

Decorative pigments or full-flake broadcast for a designer look. Pair with a polyaspartic clear topcoat for hardness.

$7 – $15 / sqft

Polyurea vs Polyaspartic – head to head

★ Edge in this category
AttributePolyureaPolyaspartic
Cure (recoat)4 – 8 hrs1 – 2 hrs★
FlexibilityVery high – ~4× epoxy★Moderate
UV stabilityAmbers without topcoatColor-stable★
Abrasion / hardnessStrongBest-in-class★
Crack-bridgingExcellent★Good
Install temp40 – 110 °F30 – 110 °F★
Typical roleBase coatUV-stable topcoat
Installed cost$4 – $8 / sqft★$5 – $9 / sqft
Lifespan10 – 15 yrs15 – 20 yrs★

The two are chemical cousins, not competitors. Premium one-day systems pair a polyurea base coat (flexibility, adhesion) with a polyaspartic topcoat (UV stability, hardness). For a full breakdown see the polyaspartic vs polyurea guide.

§ 04

Surface-specific pricing

SurfaceSqftRange
1-car garage240 – 300$1,500 – $3,000
2-car garage400 – 600$2,400 – $6,500
3-car garage600 – 900$3,600 – $10,000
Finished basement600 – 1,200$3,000 – $9,500
Covered patio / porch120 – 400$900 – $3,600
Driveway400 – 1,000$2,400 – $9,000
Pool deck300 – 800$2,400 – $8,000
Notes per surface: 1-car garage – Minimums often apply below 250 sqft. · 2-car garage – Most common residential install. · 3-car garage – Volume discount typically kicks in. · Finished basement – Moisture test required; vapor barrier may be needed. · Covered patio / porch – Must be UV-stable; texture additive recommended. · Driveway – Epoxy fails outdoors. Penetrating sealers may be a better fit. · Pool deck – Cool-deck additives extend cost.
Finished basement with epoxy floor
Fig. 3.1 – Basement, solid polyaspartic
Coated outdoor patio
Fig. 3.2 – Covered patio, UV-stable polyaspartic
§ 05

Add-ons & upgrades

ItemCost
Diamond grind (CSP-2/3 prep)$0.75 – $1.50
Shot blasting (heavy prep)$1.25 – $2.50
Crack chase & polymer repair$3 – $8
Spall / pit patch$4 – $12
Moisture vapor barrier primer$1.50 – $3.50
Anti-slip additive (aluminum oxide)$0.25 – $0.75
Integral cove base (4")$8 – $14
Premium flake blend upgrade$0.50 – $1.25
Extra UV-stable clear coat$1.00 – $2.00
Old coating removal$1.50 – $4.00
Furniture / vehicle move$150 – $450
Color match / custom tint$95 – $250
Diamond grinding concrete in preparation for coating
Fig. 4.1 – Surface preparation (diamond grind, CSP-2/3 profile)
Estimator note

Surface preparation is the single largest determinant of coating life. A failed coating is almost always a prep failure – not a product failure. Diamond grinding to a sound CSP-2/3 profile is included in every quote on this sheet.

§ 06

What's included

Included in every quote
  • ✓On-site measure & slab inspection
  • ✓Diamond grinding & surface profiling
  • ✓Crack chasing & polymer fill (hairline)
  • ✓Spall and divot patching (minor)
  • ✓All materials, labor, and disposal
  • ✓Color / flake blend consultation
  • ✓Standard manufacturer warranty registration
  • ✓Job-site cleanup and walk-through
Not included unless quoted
  • –Furniture or vehicle removal
  • –Removal of existing coatings or paint
  • –Structural crack or slab replacement
  • –Moisture mitigation primer (when MVT exceeds limits)
  • –Drywall, baseboard, or trim work
  • –Permits (rarely required for residential coatings)
  • –Electrical or plumbing modifications
  • –Temperature conditioning (heat / dehumidification)
§ 07

Sample project quotes

Sample A · 2-car garage · Standard flake system
480 sqft project
Line itemQtyAmount
Diamond grind & surface prep480$480
Polyurea base coat480$1,680
Full flake broadcast (standard blend)480$600
Polyaspartic clear topcoat480$1,320
Crack repair (8 lf)8$40
Project total · all-in installed$4,120
Sample B · Finished basement · Solid polyaspartic
900 sqft project
Line itemQtyAmount
Diamond grind & prep900$900
Moisture vapor barrier primer900$2,025
Tinted polyaspartic basecoat900$2,700
Polyaspartic clear topcoat900$2,250
Integral cove base (60 lf)60$660
Project total · all-in installed$8,535
Sample C · 3-car showroom garage · Metallic epoxy
720 sqft project
Line itemQtyAmount
Diamond grind & prep720$900
Tinted basecoat720$1,800
Metallic pigment broadcast (hand-worked)720$3,240
Polyaspartic UV clear topcoat720$2,160
Premium designer pigment upgrade720$720
Project total · all-in installed$8,820
§ 08

Process timeline

  1. Step 01 · Day 0
    Measure & inspection

    On-site slab assessment, moisture test, color selection, firm quote.

  2. Step 02 · Day 1 AM
    Diamond grind & prep

    Surface profile, crack chase, patch, vacuum. Floor must be empty.

  3. Step 03 · Day 1 PM
    Base coat & broadcast

    Polyurea or epoxy basecoat applied; flake or metallic worked while wet.

  4. Step 04 · Day 2
    Topcoat & cure

    Scrape, vacuum excess flake; polyaspartic clear topcoat. Walk in hours, drive next day.

§ 09

Frequently asked

How long until I can walk or park on it?

Polyaspartic systems: walk 4 – 8 hours, vehicles next day. Epoxy systems: walk 24 hrs, vehicles 3 – 7 days.

Will it hold up to hot tires?

Properly installed polyurea/polyaspartic systems are hot-tire proof. DIY epoxy kits are the usual culprit when coatings peel under tires.

Do you grind the floor or just acid etch?

Always diamond grind. Acid etching is a DIY shortcut that does not produce a reliable bond profile (CSP-2/3) for resin coatings.

Do I need to move everything out of the garage?

Yes – floor must be fully empty. We offer a flat-rate move/return add-on if helpful.

Can you coat over an existing painted floor?

Only after removal. Old paint, sealers, and failed epoxy must be ground off – see add-on pricing.

What about cracks in the slab?

Hairline cracks chase and fill standard. Active structural cracks should be addressed before any coating; we will flag during inspection.

Is the pricing here a firm quote?

These are typical residential ranges for the current month. Firm pricing requires an on-site measure and slab condition assessment.

What is the warranty?

Manufacturer warranties on resin (5 – lifetime). Labor warranty varies by system – see each system card.