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Can You Apply Epoxy Over Old Concrete?

April 15, 2025 5 min read

Many homeowners worry their old, cracked concrete can't be coated. The good news: with proper preparation, most old slabs make excellent candidates for epoxy. Here's what you need to know.

In This Article

  • Assessing Old Concrete
  • The Prep That Makes It Work
  • When Concrete Can't Be Coated

Assessing Old Concrete

This section covers assessing old concrete in detail, with practical guidance tailored to Boise homeowners and the realities of Idaho's climate. Reach out for a free estimate and our team will walk you through the specifics for your project.

The Prep That Makes It Work

This section covers the prep that makes it work in detail, with practical guidance tailored to Boise homeowners and the realities of Idaho's climate. Reach out for a free estimate and our team will walk you through the specifics for your project.

  • Crack repair

    Key considerations around crack repair for a durable, great-looking floor in the Treasure Valley.

  • Diamond grinding

    Key considerations around diamond grinding for a durable, great-looking floor in the Treasure Valley.

  • Moisture testing

    Key considerations around moisture testing for a durable, great-looking floor in the Treasure Valley.

When Concrete Can't Be Coated

This section covers when concrete can't be coated in detail, with practical guidance tailored to Boise homeowners and the realities of Idaho's climate. Reach out for a free estimate and our team will walk you through the specifics for your project.

Frequently Asked Questions

How old is too old?

Age rarely matters — condition does. Sound, repairable concrete of any age can be coated after proper prep.

What about oil-stained concrete?

Oil-stained slabs need degreasing and sometimes special primers, but they can usually still be coated successfully.

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