Select Coatings, based in the Sioux Falls area of South Dakota, provides concrete flooring solutions that transform bare or worn slabs into durable, attractive surfaces. Whether you need a coated garage floor, a finished commercial workspace, or a decorative interior surface, concrete delivers lasting performance that adapts to nearly any environment or design requirement.
Why Concrete Flooring Deserves a Second Look
Concrete is one of the most versatile flooring materials available, yet it’s often overlooked in favor of wood, tile, or carpet. The reality is that most structures already have a concrete slab — the question is simply what you do with it. Left untreated, concrete absorbs stains, collects dust, and degrades under foot traffic and the freeze-thaw cycles common to South Dakota winters.
The right concrete flooring solution seals that surface against moisture, chemicals, and abrasion while giving it a finished appearance that holds up over years of use. That’s a meaningfully better outcome than covering the slab with materials that may buckle, stain, or require frequent replacement.
Types of Concrete Flooring Solutions
Not every space has the same demands, which is why concrete flooring solutions come in several distinct categories. Understanding the differences helps you choose the approach that fits your setting and goals.
Epoxy Coatings
Epoxy is a common concrete flooring solution for garages, workshops, and light commercial spaces. A two-part epoxy system bonds directly to the concrete, creating a hard, smooth surface that resists oil, chemicals, and heavy foot or vehicle traffic. Decorative flake or metallic pigments can be added to customize the look.
Polyurea and Polyaspartic Coatings
These coatings cure faster than traditional epoxy and perform better under UV exposure, meaning they resist yellowing or dulling in sunlit areas. They’re also more flexible, which helps them handle the expansion and contraction that South Dakota’s temperature swings put concrete through season after season. Select Coatings works with polyurea systems specifically designed for high-use residential, commercial, and industrial environments.
Urethane and Quartz Systems
Urethane topcoats add a durable wear layer over base coatings, extending surface life in high-traffic settings like locker rooms, schools, and auto shops. Quartz broadcast systems introduce a textured aggregate into the finish, improving slip resistance and visual depth — a practical choice for areas where safety and durability both matter.
Metallic and Specialty Coatings
Metallic coating systems use pigmented resins to create flowing, dimensional finishes suited to showroom floors, basements, and interior spaces where appearance is a priority alongside protection. Select Coatings installs specialty systems across residential and commercial projects throughout the Sioux Falls area.
Polished Concrete
Grinding and polishing the slab itself — rather than applying a topcoat — produces a refined, low-maintenance surface. Polished concrete is popular in retail, hospitality, and office environments because it reflects light well and requires minimal ongoing upkeep.
Matching the Solution to the Space
Choosing among concrete flooring solutions isn’t only about aesthetics. Traffic volume, chemical exposure, moisture levels, and existing slab condition all factor into the right recommendation. A residential basement has different demands than a commercial kitchen, an industrial facility, or a school corridor.
Before any coating or treatment is applied, proper surface preparation is critical. Concrete must be cleaned, profiled, and free of previous coatings or sealers that would prevent adhesion. Skipping this step is the most common reason coatings fail prematurely — regardless of product quality. Select Coatings uses specialized installation crews focused on surface prep first, ensuring the system specified will perform as expected in that specific environment.
Longevity and Maintenance
Properly installed concrete flooring solutions are designed to last through years of regular use. Routine care typically involves sweeping and occasional damp mopping — no waxing, stripping, or specialized cleaning products required. The coatings Select Coatings installs are formulated to resist moisture, stains, chemicals, scratches, and UV exposure, reducing the need for repairs or re-coating over the long term.
To discuss your project or schedule a surface assessment, call Select Coatings at (605) 299-2965, email sales@select-coatings.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to install a concrete coating?
Most residential concrete coating projects — such as a standard two-car garage — are completed within one to two days, with a cure period before the floor returns to full use. Commercial or larger spaces may require additional time depending on square footage, the amount of surface preparation needed, and the specific coating system selected. A site assessment gives you the most accurate timeline for your project.
Can concrete flooring solutions work over an already-painted or coated floor?
Existing paint or coatings generally need to be removed before a new system is applied. A new coating bonded over a failing or incompatible layer adheres to that layer rather than the concrete itself, which leads to peeling and premature failure. Surface grinding or shot blasting strips the old material and creates the mechanical profile the new coating needs to bond correctly and perform as intended.
Is polished concrete slippery?
Polished concrete offers slip resistance comparable to polished tile when dry, and most installations can include a grip additive or lower-sheen finish option to improve traction in wet conditions. Anti-slip aggregates — such as quartz broadcast — can also be incorporated into the finish to meet safety requirements for commercial or high-traffic areas without significantly affecting the floor’s appearance.
