Wanted - Ultimate Workshop Floor?

[Bug43]

I've recently built a 7x9m Garage/workshop but I'm currently still working (race car prep) on a raw unsealed concrete floor.. I like the idea of cheap ceramic floor tiles but don't like the look of the cost of 7x9 of sealant + adhesive + tiles..

Also, I am obviously a bit concerned that the cheaper tiles are the weakest. I figured with carefull application to ensure that the adhesive supports the whole tile I'll be OK with moderatly sympathetic use?

Anyone got any bright ideas.. experiences which might help?

 

[PowerTool]

Assuming you are happy with the flatness of your floor surface,why not just use garage floor paint ?
Cheap enough,easy to do,easy to sweep and keep clean.
Tiles can also crack if you happen to drop brake discs or similar heavy car bits on them

 

[JIM456]

for my money a vinylised floor tile is best. The type that snaps when you try to bend it...I don't think this site allows you to name names
They look good, better than a painted floor, and they provide a warmer surface than ceramic or quarry tiles and don't crack if you drop a spanner on them. Their fairly stable in damp conditions and are laid with an asphalt tile adhesive which acts to some extent as a d.p.m. which is re-assuring in a garage where dampness might be a problem. Their also easy to clean.
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you can link to their website

 

[Jasonb]

If you go the tiled route them make sure you use the correct adhesive, Bal make a range specifically for garages & showrooms. With decent tiles there will be little damage if the tile is fully bedded. I use it a lot for large format floor tiles

http://www.bal-adhesives.co.uk/bal/main/bal_prod/mtobnd.html

A another alternative is an epoxy floor coating which is a lot more durable than floor paint, I have used this when building an MOT bay, lasted well.

http://www.watco.co.uk

Jason

 

[JIM456]

re the above post some semi-flexible tiles which would meet the specification can be seen at:
http://www.marleyfloors.com/scripts...oduct.r?s0l=Product Range&s0=3&s3=22&group=22