Rust‑Oleum EpoxyShield® Garage Floor Coating – Complete 2‑Pack Water‑Based Epoxy Kit

Give your garage floor pro‑grade performance with Rust‑Oleum’s EpoxyShield® two‑pack water‑based epoxy kit, engineered for ultimate adhesion, durability, and ease of use. Designed to coat concrete floors, this satin finish system resists foot traffic, vehicle movement, impact, abrasion, and harsh chemicals like gasoline, motor oil, antifreeze, hot tire pick‑up and salt.

Features & Benefits:

• True two‑component mixing (Base : Activator = 3:1 by volume) for superior toughness.
• Water‑based formula with 63.6% solids for lasting film and minimal odor
• Excellent wear resistance under heavy foot and vehicle traffic
• Chemical and stain resistant, perfect for oil‑, fuel‑ or grease‑exposed surfaces
• Satin finish provides a clean, professional look without being super slippery
• Fast but flexible curing: touch dry in ~16 hours, ready for vehicle traffic in 7 days
• Covers approx. 25 m² on smooth, bare concrete (lower yield on rough/porous surfaces)

Surface Preparation

Remove any oil or grease spots on the floor. Use a scrub brush and a cleaner/degreaser or
use a solvent such as mineral spirits. Scrub the spot thoroughly and wipe up excess
cleaner with rags or paper towels to keep contaminants from spreading. Rinse thoroughly
with fresh water. Repeat as necessary to completely clean. Mix all concentrated cleaner
from the kit with approximately 7½-litre water. Mix until dissolved (the cleaning solution
contains citric acid). Pre-wet the floor using a hose. Remove pooled water with a squeegee
or broom to avoid leaving puddles. Spread the cleaner mixture over a 3x3-m² section of the floor using a watering can. Scrub vigorously with a stiff bristle brush to loosen dust and dirt.

While working, keep the entire section wet until the entire section has been cleaned and
rinsed. Rinse each section thoroughly before starting the next section. For best results, use
a foam squeegee to remove the rinse water from the surface and to move dirt and
contaminants out of the garage. Once all sections are completed, rinse and squeegee the
entire garage floor to remove any cleaner that has been tracked on previously cleaned
areas. A wet/dry vacuum cleaner can also be used to eliminate excess water, dirt and
contaminants. Do not leave pooled water on the floor. The cleaner will not discolour
driveways or harm grass or plants if rinsed thoroughly. Allow the floor to dry completely.
Wipe your fingers over the clean, dry floor. If you see any dust or powder on your fingers,
repeat the rinsing and scrubbing until the floor is clean.

Technical Data

Density (g/cm³): 1,27
- Gloss Level: Satin
- Solids content in volume: 63.6%
- Mixing Ratio: Base : Activator = 3 : 1 (volume)
- DRY TIMES BY 20º C/RH 50%
- Dry to handle: 16 hours (suitable for light foot traffic)
- Dry to recoat: 48 hours (suitable for normal foot traffic and heavy
items)
- Fully cured: 7 days (suitable for vehicle traffic)
- Pot Life: 2 hours (15°C), 1½ hours (20°C), 1 hours (25°C)
- Induction Time: Brush: 30 minutes (15°C), 10 minutes (20°C), Direct
(25°C). Roller: 45 minutes (15°C), 15 minutes (20°C),
5 - 15 minutes (25°C)

Directions For Use

Do not mix Paint Chips with Epoxyshield®. Pour the contents of A into B and stir thoroughly for at least 3 minutes. Allow mixed product to stand (see table) before rolling the coating on to the surface. Do not leave container in direct sunlight. Mix again before applying. The product must be used within 1 to 2 hours of initial mixing (pot life, see table). This time decreases at higher temperatures.

Apply when air (ambient) temperature is 15-35ºC and relative humidity is below 80%.
Concrete floors take a long time to warm up; make sure the previous day has also been at
least 15ºC prior to painting. Minimum floor temperature for painting is 13ºC. Painting in
mid-afternoon ensures the best cure.

After the full 60 minutes use a paint roller (20 cm) to apply an even coat of Epoxyshield®
onto the surface. Apply in sections of 1,5 x 1,5 m so that paint chips can easily be
scattered on the freshly coated surface. Maintain a wet edge to prevent lap marks and
gloss differences. Sprinkle the decorative paint chips onto the wet film (note: this step may
be skipped if chips are not desired. This will not affect the performance of the coating).
Immediately continue to coat the next section (note: fresh paint can be applied over the
loose chips that lay outside the previously painted area). This product must be used within
3 hours of initial mixing (pot life).

Data Sheets

EpoxyShield Garage Floor Coating - TDS

EpoxyShield Garage Floor Coating - Base MSDS

EpoxyShield Garage Floor Coating Activator - MSDS