Epoxy floor coatings generally cost between $30 and $35 per square metre. This is the quote for the application of two coats of epoxy over a concrete surface that is already well prepared. Depending on the condition of the concrete surface over which it is to be applied, the cost of epoxy coatings can be as high as $80 to $100 per square metre where there is preparation involving diamond grinding as well as decorative finishes.
The cost of epoxy floor coating will depend on a number of factors such as the state of the existing concrete, the size of the surfaces as well as the types of finishes that you want.
Naturally, you will pay a higher cost per square metre or per foot where the surface requires extensive prep work. Most of the expenses incurred in epoxy floor coatings cover the labour costs. Some professional epoxy floor coating experts generally consider the square footage and charge the cost based on that.
Finally, the type of epoxy used may also factor into the cost of epoxy floor coating in Melbourne. Solid epoxy is costlier than water-based epoxy. Solid epoxy gives a premium finish and lasts longer than water-based epoxy but if you are low on budget, you might consider using it in smaller spaces.
Overall, you get better rates when you have to apply epoxy floor coating over a larger surface area than over a small surface area. If you will be applying epoxy floor coating on garages, the prepping will involve some diamond grinding to make the concrete as smooth as possible. Garages also require two coats of epoxy. This is why epoxy garage floor coatings are typically costlier than that of other flooring with costs starting from $80 per square metre for a single car garage. For a double car garage, the cost of epoxy floor coating in Melbourne can start from $80 per square metre.
To get the most accurate cost estimates for epoxy floor coating on your premises, we recommend that you provide a detailed description on the condition of your floors as well as on the kinds of epoxy floor finishes that you want to achieve. When we have more information about your epoxy floor coating project, we are better placed to offer you very accurate epoxy floor coating quotes. Tell us whether the floor has some cracks that need repairs, if it is stained or whether you need to coat your garage floors. Garage floors, particularly, are usually in poor shape. When you give us accurate details on the condition of your floors, our epoxy floor specialists will prepare a comprehensive epoxy floor coating quote that factors in all the prep work and finishes that will have to be done on your flooring for flawless epoxy finishes.
