Although the use of a protective layer on top of a concrete surface was invented a long time ago. But that’s not about that now. And the motive behind the search for coverage was simple. But only on one side.The pesky dust couldn't stand criticism. Especially after updating the fleet. The new car clearly required comfortable living conditions. But there were other reasons for upgrading the garage:
- A long stay in the company of your favorite car. That is, the garage has become a second home.
- Insulation of the room. In particular, the ceiling.
- Installation of automatic doors. An addition was automatic opening from the remote control.
- Replacement of electrical wiring. The lighting also acquired new shades.
- Equipment of the premises with a kitchenette. This refers to the minimum equipment:
- Table.
- Two chairs. For the host and the guest.
- Kettle.
- A cabinet for tea and other accessories.
- And even a small sofa.
- The desire to change the working style to an advanced modern design.
The garage gradually turned into a dream. But the floor remained pre-revolutionary.
Marble flooring technology
After some thought, the decision arose to cover the surface with a protective layer. The idea, like the technology, is not new. To implement it you need:
1. Surface with a high degree of adhesion.
2. A composite material that, when applied in liquid form, will harden to form a glossy, strong layer.
The first condition as a concrete screed meets the stated requirements. But with composite compounds it’s not so simple. After all, there are ready-made epoxy mixtures for pouring floors. They are also called liquid floors. But it has one quality that is inferior to homemade liquid. It's expensive. Of course, this is where the pettiness of the garage owner comes into play. Or maybe practicality. It is up to those who dare to repeat it to decide. Fortunately, there are cheap and almost traditional ways to fill a marble floor in a garage with your own hands. The composition of the components is simple.But those who like to spend time in the garage are the kind of people who will spend time on the final result rather than preparing it. Therefore, a story about technology first precedes it. It involves applying a liquid polymer to clean concrete. The drying of the layer depends on the composition of the polymer prepared by hand. Therefore, the components are selected accordingly.
The choice fell on two materials:
1. Foam plastic.
2. Acetone.
However, xylene was added next. The experimenter has the right to choose the color scheme, or more precisely, its color. Because it turns out a thick liquid like a colorless varnish. If the marble pouring technology is satisfactory, then it is necessary to draw up an estimate for the production process.
What you need to pour a marble floor
Below is a list of components and tools for work. The material was calculated based on the area of the garage. It is 15 m2.
- Two liters of acetone for 250 rubles.
- A liter of xylene for 200 rubles.
- Black and blue colors for 40 rubles each. In principle, you can do without color scheme. Here you need to think creatively.
- It is not necessary to buy polystyrene foam. After all, it, being a packaging material, is available to any motorist.
- Plastic container for dissolving foam. The main condition is resistance to chemical environments.
- Stirring tool. Simply a small stick.
- Paint brush.
Steps for pouring a marble floor
The actions of mixing components and applying coating are carried out by experienced craftsmen without instructions. It's a matter of experience. But the proposed filling option does not suffer from errors.
The first step is to prepare the concrete space. It must be freed from foreign objects and thoroughly swept away from dust. There is no need to additionally moisten with water or treat the surface.Next comes the preparation of the component composition:
1. Take a plastic container that is resistant to acetone. A 5 liter bottle is ideal.
2. Cut off the neck of the bottle for more convenient pouring of reagents.
3. Fill the container with two liters of acetone.
4. Dissolve the foam in the amount necessary to form a cloudy slurry.
5. Add a liter of xylene.
6. Add color.
7. Apply the resulting thick liquid to the surface of the concrete.
8. After 2 hours, re-coat the floor.
It is important to carry out work in a ventilated area, regardless of the time of year. For convenience, it is better to open the garage door. Because the substances emit harmful fumes. You can apply three layers. No one forbids experimenting with colors. The cost depends on the size of the garage and the design preferences of the owner. Although the average amount of 500 rubles is unlikely to become unprofitable. But it will save time on cleaning the room.
Advantages of Acetone Foam Marble Flooring
An alternative to the proposed composition is liquid glass. But it shows much worse performance characteristics. When marble is poured from acetone and polystyrene foam dissolved in it, it has a number of advantages:
- The surface is so strong that it cannot be scratched with a nail.
- The glossy sheen creates volume of space.
- Almost any color range is available.
- Quality at minimal cost.
- The protective layer is easy to clean with wet cleaning.
Convenience of applying liquid foam is not a problem. After all, the thickness of the consistency allows you to work with a paint brush. The main thing is that polystyrene foam, as a consumable material, is available everywhere. Therefore, it remains up to the design abilities of the garage owner.
