epoxy coatings

Choosing the Right Grit for Epoxy Floor Preparation

May 29, 2026 | Concrete, Epoxy

Concrete preparation for epoxy coatings requires removing all imperfections and extraneous materials from the surface of the substrate. Find out more!

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Why Epoxy Floors Resist Impacts

Oct 30, 2025 | Epoxy

Learn why epoxy floors are so tough—thanks to advanced polymerization and custom coatings by California Custom Coatings. Built to last and impress!

Interior of a modern, empty industrial warehouse with a glossy epoxy-coated floor reflecting the ceiling lights and large windows. The space features high ceilings, steel support beams with yellow and black safety guards, and a large closed roller door at the far end. Natural light fills the area, emphasizing its clean and organized appearance.

Epoxy Coatings — What’s the Point?

Jun 19, 2025 | Concrete, Epoxy

Discover how epoxy coatings prevent stains by sealing porous concrete. Ideal for homes and businesses across Sacramento and Northern California.

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Choosing Epoxy Coatings

Sep 5, 2024 | Anti-Slip, Epoxy

What materials are best for coating your floor? That depends on what you use it for and on how strong it needs to be. Learn more about questions we ask.

Garage with newly resurfaced epoxy concrete coating. The garage door is open allowing sunlight to pour into this newly refurbished space. The epoxy flooring is flecked with purple and black.

Case Study: Creating a Customized Garage Floor Coating

Jun 13, 2024 | Case Study, Epoxy, Moisture Remediation

We recently completed an epoxy garage flooring project for a satisfied customer in Ione. Find out about the real life improvements we brought to this project and see the incredible before and after photos.

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Trust Recycled Aggregates

May 23, 2024 | Concrete, Epoxy

Recycled aggregates are demonstrated to be just as effective as new aggregates in a study out of Poland. Find out more about their opinion of epoxy coatings.

Construction site of a new residential development with the new concrete foundation freshly laid. Steel rebar sticks up from the cement pads, prepared for vertical building. In the background, wooden frameworks of houses under construction are visible, with a clear blue sky above.

The Right Time to Epoxy Coat New Concrete

Aug 3, 2023 | Concrete, Epoxy

How long does it take for concrete to cure before you can add epoxy coatings? Here we provide the industry standard for curing concrete slabs and hardscapes.

The image showcases a polished, sparkling brown decorative concrete epoxy floor of a garage with a high-gloss finish that reflects the surrounding walls and objects, including a vehicle parked outside. The open garage door lets in natural light, which enhances the reflective quality of the floor, showcasing its pristine condition and the detailed texture of the speckled surface.

Decorative Concrete Poised to Grow in the United States

Nov 3, 2022 | Concrete Polish, Concrete Staining, Epoxy

The popularity of epoxy coatings and decorative concrete solutions are driving increased demand in a global market. Here we discuss why this is so.

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Epoxy Coatings Leading the Market

Oct 6, 2022 | Concrete Staining, Epoxy

Epoxy flooring has an indoor/outdoor advantage that cannot be matched by competing materials like wood, laminate, vinyl, and carpet. Learn more about it!

Mica — It’s Not Just There for the Sparkle!

Aug 4, 2022 | Epoxy

Micas are added to epoxy coatings for more than just looks. When done correctly, they can also add to the coating’s impermeability and anti-corrosive power.

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One Thing Epoxy Cannot Do

Jun 2, 2022 | Concrete Polish, Epoxy

Visit our website and read about epoxy coatings and you would think that epoxy has no limits. Of course, everything has its Achilles’ heel. What’s epoxy’s?

Close-up of a red underfloor heating installation with winding pipes laid out on a mesh support over a concrete substrate, illustrating the process of installing a radiant floor heating system.

Take Advantage of Radiant Floor Heating with Concrete

Jan 6, 2022 | Concrete, Concrete Polish, Concrete Staining, Epoxy, General, Uncategorized

Concrete is one of the best substrates for use with radiant floor heating. To make the concrete look good, choose durable epoxy coatings to guarantee results.

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The Interesting Science on Epoxy Coatings

Dec 2, 2021 | Epoxy, Moisture Remediation

You can trust science when it comes to epoxy coatings! Studies have demonstrated the value of epoxy coatings for protecting concrete. Here is just one example of such research.

Muddy boots and a small, white and brown dog covered in mud looking up, standing on a white background with splattered mud around, capturing a moment after outdoor play.

Tired of the Mud?

Mar 4, 2021 | Concrete

Try Coated Concrete Floors! With the winter rains in Northern California comes the wet and the mud. We combat the damp in our entryways by using mats and rugs, mops and brooms. How much easier it is when the floor itself repels mud and moisture, fighting half the...

Aerial view of the Hoover Dam, showcasing the massive concrete arch-gravity structure, the power plant buildings at its base, and the Mike O'Callaghan–Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge in the background, set amidst the rugged landscape.

Pouring the Concrete in Hoover Dam

Nov 5, 2020 | Concrete, Epoxy

In our prior two articles we discussed the great amounts of heat generated by the process of making concrete. Managing how quickly the concrete dries and its internal temperature while drying are important to ensure that the ideal combination of strength and longevity...

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Trusted Concrete Coating Testimonials

Rollie Morshead

August 23, 2019

John and his crew delivered as promised. They were extremely professional and efficient. The garage floor looks fantastic!

Reena S.

November 12, 2022

We are delighted by our garage's transformation thanks to California Custom Coatings!They were easy to work with. They came for an initial consultation, were upfront with pricing. They give you a lifetime warranty on their work.We had them come a couple weeks later the epoxy placement. It took 2 appointments - one for the prep work and one for the refinement/top coat.Our epoxy guys that we would highly recommend are: Jeff and PatrickNote: you can't park your car in the garage for 1 week after the epoxy.

Glen C.

November 21, 2017

John and his crew did a fantastic job on our shop floors. Couldn't be happier. As a business we need to be open for our customers during regular hours. The crew at California Custom Coatings came in on a Friday night after closing and worked until 2:00 AM to have the shop ready to open at 8:00 AM Monday. Very much appreciated.