Storage unit properties are an investment—and just like any investment property, functional and long-lasting improvements are the smart strategy. Instead of waiting for big cracks in the concrete floors or accepting three-star reviews about drab conditions and slippery floors, savvy storage unit owners can protect their storage unit flooring and substantially improve amenities by having a polyurea floor coating applied. The Garage Floor Geeks serves business owners and homeowners across the Minneapolis area with high-quality, hardworking floor coatings, and the right floor coating can be the best improvement you make to your storage units this decade.
Why Storage Unit Floors Need Coating
Some storage units start with a bare concrete floor. While this might seem like a budget-friendly option at the start, it can quickly become costly because concrete simply can’t handle the day-to-day activity of storage units. Consider:
- Lots of foot traffic: Your renters will be coming in and going out frequently. They’ll also be wheeling dollies, maneuvering handcarts, and dragging heavy or sharp items up and down the halls.
- Exposure to debris and spills: Even in storage units with strict policies, chemical jugs tip over, old cans of paint fall and spill, and stains might linger from old painted or varnished furniture. The floors will also be exposed to chemical cleaners and water during routine cleaning and when readying empty units. Bare concrete absorbs the moisture, and the chemicals can etch it or leave behind permanent stains.
- Cracks: Concrete is hard, but it cracks and crumbles under pressure. Raised edges can start to crumble away around door profiles, and cracks from heavy shock will age the concrete. In Minneapolis, it’s also important to consider the temperature: freezing temperatures can make water within the concrete freeze and thaw, causing spalling.
- First impressions: Prospective customers will be nervous about trusting their precious belongings to a new-to-them business. If your floors look dingy, dusty, and damaged, they might decide to go elsewhere.
Benefits of Polyurea for Storage Units
When you’re looking for durable, long-term floor coatings, there are two main options for businesses: polyurea and epoxy. Polyurea is the superior option between the two, providing more strength and durability. In fact, polyurea is four times stronger than epoxy. That strength matters when you see high numbers of customers every day, the flooring needs to withstand hundreds or thousands of pounds of force, or customers drop heavy furniture or boxes to the ground.
Additional advantages of polyurea storage unit flooring include:
- Rapid curing process, which means your floor can be installed and cured with far less downtime or business disruption
- Resistance to many forms of damage, including abrasion, UV deterioration, and chemical exposure
- Many different styles and color options that can complement your business’s branding—our floor coatings include optional flakes with premium color options
- Textural options ranging from smooth to rough, with rough floors offering additional protection against slipping and liability
Who We Serve
Garage Floor Geeks serve commercial, industrial, and municipal organizations throughout the Minneapolis area. We specialize in coating materials and processes built for Minneapolis’s extreme temperatures and climate to ensure the concrete stays protected against freezing, spalling, cold snaps, and moisture exposure. The businesses that benefit most from our polyurea storage unit flooring coatings are:
- Self-storage facilities
- Warehouses
- Manufacturing storage
- Real estate developers
- Property management companies
Our Coating Process
When you choose Garage Floor Geeks, you get high-quality commercial concrete coatings with our efficient process:
- Consultation. Our team will schedule an on-site evaluation of your flooring, evaluating any potential damage and the unique building conditions. During this stage, your team can also select the color, flakes, and texture options.
- Surface prep. Before the coating process itself begins, we’ll grind the floor and repair existing cracks to create a clean, flat, and smooth surface.
- Application. We apply a polyurea base coating and a protective topcoat to make the surface last even longer.
We offer very fast turnaround, with some projects being completed in as little as one day.
Protect Your Storage Floors with Confidence
Make the investment in stronger, longer-lasting flooring today by requesting a free quote. Reach out to us at Garage Floor Geeks to learn more about the products and services available for commercial storage units or to explore the unique advantages of polyurea floor coatings in Minneapolis.