Brand | Rust-Oleum |
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Color | Black |
Finish Type | Gloss |
Size | 2.5 Car Kit |
Item Volume | 152 Fluid Ounces |
Special Feature | Crack Resistant |
Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
Paint Type | Oil |
Specific Uses For Product | Interior |
Surface Recommendation | Floors |
Indoor/Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
Item Form | Liquid |
Included Components | 2 Polycuramine Burst Pouches, Foam Roller, Concrete Etch, Decorative Color Chips, Stir Stick, Instructions |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Is Waterproof | True |
Model Name | Rocksolid Polycuramine |
Package Information | Can |
Color Code | 000000 |
Full Cure Time | 24 Hours |
Coverage | 35 square feet |
Manufacturer | Rust-Oleum |
Part Number | 318697 |
Item Weight | 18.31 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 13.25 x 8.25 x 8.25 inches |
Country of Origin | USA |
Item model number | 318697 |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Style | 6 Piece Set |
Finish | Gloss |
Pattern | Coating |
Item Package Quantity | 1 |
Special Features | Crack Resistant |
Batteries Included? | No |
Batteries Required? | No |
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Rust-Oleum 318697 Rocksolid Polycuramine Garage Floor Coating, 6 Piece Set, Black, 2.5 Car Kit
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Brand | Rust-Oleum |
Color | Black |
Finish Type | Gloss |
Size | 2.5 Car Kit |
Item Volume | 152 Fluid Ounces |
Special Feature | Crack Resistant |
Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
Paint Type | Oil |
Specific Uses For Product | Interior |
Surface Recommendation | Floors |
About this item
- Durable, polycuramine concrete coating works on interior concrete surfaces including garage floors, workshops, basements, family rooms and more
- Self-leveling, buildable formula is 20X stronger than epoxy with low odor and low VOC - portioned in a two-part, patented burst pouch
- Complete projects quickly; coating is walk on ready in 8-10 hours and vehicle ready within 24 hours
- Each kit covers up to 500 sq. ft. depending upon surface porosity; no hot tire pickup
- Provides a terrazzo flooring look in a high-gloss finish that resists cracking, peeling, chemical spills, hot tire pick up and provides a showroom quality floor in 1-coat that lasts
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From the manufacturer
Rust-Oleum RockSolid Garage Floor Coating
20X Stronger than Epoxy
Revolutionary industrial grade polycuramine formula
Drive On in 24 hours
Low odor and low VOC solution cures quickly
No Hot Tire Pickup
Rock hard coating resists salt, oil, gas and other harsh chemicals
Available in many unique colors and styles
- Garage
- Metallic
- Pearlescent
- Marble
- Clear Top Coat
- Textured Clear Top Coat
Easy 3-Step Application
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Prepare SurfaceScrub & etch heavily soiled areas with concrete etch. Rinse & dry thoroughly before application. |
Burst, Shake, PourCombine each easy mix burst pouch separately and shake to create perfect self leveling coating. |
Apply CoatingApply in 4' x 4' sections with included roller and broadcast decorative chips over fresh wet coats. |
Other Supplies Needed:
- Roller Frame
- Extension Pole
- Stiff Bristled Broom / Scrub Brush
- 3" Paint Brush
- Anti-Skid Additive (Optional)
- Heavy-Duty Degreaser (Optional)
- Concrete Patch & Repair (Optional)
Coverage:
1 Car Kit covers 200-250 sq ft
2.5 Car Kit covers 450-500 sq ft
Coverage rate varies based on surface texture and porosity
One Coat System with Extreme Durability
Burst Pouch Technology
Roll side A toward side B to burst and mix the two components. Each pouch is designed to apply individually for best pot life.
Ultimate Surface Protection
Apply on garages, basements, workshops, laundry rooms, mud rooms and more on concrete, wood, drywall or tile surfaces.
RockSolid Garage Floor Coating Kit | RockSolid Metallic Garage Floor Coating Kit | RockSolid Pearlescent Garage Floor Coating Kits | EPOXYSHIELD Garage Floor Coating Kit | |
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Customer Reviews |
4.2 out of 5 stars
3,051
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3.8 out of 5 stars
188
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4.1 out of 5 stars
167
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4.3 out of 5 stars
2,005
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Coverage | Up to 250 sq ft | Up to 125 sq ft | Up to 125 sq ft | Up to 250 sq ft |
Product System | 2-Part Burst Pouch | 2-Part Burst Pouch | 2-Part Burst Pouch | 2-Part Burst Pouch |
Walk On Time | 8-10 Hours | 8-10 Hours | 8-10 Hours | 24 Hours |
Drive On Time | 24-36 Hours | 24-36 Hours | 24-36 Hours | 3 Days |
Application Temperature | 40-90°F | 40-90°F | 40-90°F | 60-85°F |
Pot Life | 45 Mins | 45 Mins | 45 Mins | 1-2 Hours |
# of Coats | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Sheen / Finish | Extreme High Gloss | High Gloss Metallic | High Gloss Pearlescent | Gloss |
Product Base | Polycuramine | Polycuramine | Polycuramine | Two-Part Epoxy |
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ASIN | B07CNYW6CG |
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Customer Reviews |
4.2 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #2,233 in Industrial & Scientific (See Top 100 in Industrial & Scientific) #4 in Industrial Coatings |
Date First Available | April 26, 2018 |
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Product Description
Rust-Oleum RockSolid Metallic Garage Floor Coating Kit Gunmental is made from a unique polycuramine formula that provides a tough, ultra hard coating on properly prepared interior concrete floors including garages, basements, workshops and any other interior concrete within the home. Resistant to salt, oil, gas and other harsh chemicals, this coating bonds to concrete and provides a unique, shimmery high-gloss finish on floors. Strong enough to hold up in the most demanding, high use areas yet the ultra low odor and low VOC make it safe to use on any interior space. Provides quick return to use with ability to walk on in 8-10 hours and drive on in 24 hours.
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Easy to use | 3.8 | 4.1 | 3.8 | 4.3 | 4.7 | 4.7 |
Durability | 3.8 | — | 3.7 | 4.7 | 5.0 | 5.0 |
Value for money | 3.3 | 3.4 | 3.1 | — | 4.5 | 4.3 |
Sheerness | 3.9 | — | 5.0 | — | — | 4.5 |
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volume | 152 fluid ounces | 128 fluid ounces | 90 fluid ounces | 500 milliliters | 6.17 liters | 100.55 milliliters |
unit count | 1 | 128 | 1 | 1 | 98.72 | 3.4 |
paint type | Oil | Oil | — | — | — | Oil |
surface suggestion | Floors | floor | Floors | Walls, Floors | Walls, Floors, Doors | Aluminum,Fiberglass,Metal,Wood |
specialty | Odor Free | Odor Free | Low Odor | Natural | — | — |
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Customers like how easy it is to use the paint. They say it goes smoothly and the application went smoothly. They are also satisfied with appearance. However, some customers have reported issues with coverage and color consistency. They mention that it does not cover as well as stated, and that the color is slightly different. They also have issues with drying time. Customers have different opinions on quality, and durability.
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Customers like the appearance of the paint. They say it looks decent, sharp, and shiny. They also say the finish is amazing and impressive. Customers are also surprised at the visual results, saying the floor turned out fantastic.
"...Once cured this not only looked amazing but added an almost scratch and dent resistant finish to my floor...." Read more
"...I added some led lighting as well so it looks really good. And my car door vanity lights look extra good at night. It's all in the prep work...." Read more
"...-The final result is impressive, with a glossy finish that significantly enhances the appearance of the garage...." Read more
"...Product looks great and I did put the clear rustoleun sealant with grip infused and it covered fine, primer covered fine...." Read more
Customers find the paint easy to use and apply. They say it goes on smoothly, with simple instructions. Some mention that the product is easy to put down and has more forgivness when applying.
"...The polycuramine sealer for this floor is amazingly easy to apply with a roller spreading it out after pouring some on a section of the floor...." Read more
"Product is great, and applies easily, I agree with many comments, expect to use 50% more than they suggest, so a apply 450sqft kit to 300 sqft...." Read more
"...Pretty easy to work with- I used an extended painter's pole with a roller (rough surface type)...." Read more
"This product was easy to use. I was fortunate that I have a new house and the concrete garage floor is only one year old...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the paint. Some mention that it works as advertised, while others say that it's horrible and didn't complete the job.
"...This stuff is amazing." Read more
"...-The final result is impressive, with a glossy finish that significantly enhances the appearance of the garage...." Read more
"...I had 6 kits, one kit was leaking right away then I opened up two more kits applied those and the third kit I didn't see leaking till I opened it up..." Read more
"...I am very happy with the finished project. But requires pre-planning and time to do it right.Advise:..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the durability of the paint. Some mention it's durable and resistant to epoxy, while others say that it breaks apart and leaves debris on the floor. Some say that the paint is thick and won't fill in hairline cracks.
"...NOTE: this product WILL NOT fill in cracks!!..." Read more
"...Once cured this not only looked amazing but added an almost scratch and dent resistant finish to my floor...." Read more
"...I discovered that six of the eight places where the tires rest were flaking off (shown in photo)...." Read more
"...was Colorado and I made a few minor mistakes here and there but held up great and looked awesome...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the coverage of the paint. They mention that it does not cover as well as stated, it doesn't cover appropriately the whole garage, and the coverage guidelines are incorrect. Some say that it was barely enough to cover their garage floor.
"...It was barely enough to cover my garage, and that was after spreading the first 50 sqft rather thin...." Read more
"The product is fantastic but....the coverage claims are bogus..I had a garage built last December with new concrete...." Read more
"...In addition to this, the coverage was not that great, some areas where there was overlap was a lot more opaque than the regular parts and also..." Read more
"...the chips were easy to spread, the part that I hated was the square footage coverage. Our garage floor is less than 300 square feet...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the color of the paint. They mention that the color was slightly different, cured completely different than what it mixed as, and that the consistency was a problem. Some customers also mention that there were light color changes in the paint, and it was not consistent in the gray color. Overall, some customers are disappointed with the quality and consistency of the product.
"...No. If you look you can see some light color changes in the paint. But it is a garage after all and I am happy with the result...." Read more
"...if you leave any of that longer then the colored flakes don't blend with the epoxy and tend to stay on the surface (still firmly attached)...." Read more
"...Also, the color didn't really come out right when it's so thin...." Read more
"...Each color pouch was slightly different and you could tell when you mixed them. I used a hand held fertilizer spreader to distribute the chips...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the drying time of the paint. They mention that it didn't dry right, it left dark spots, and it's sensitive to the heat. Some customers also mention that humidity will dull the surface finish while in the 48-hour curing period. Overall, customers are disappointed with the quality and durability of the product.
"...an issue with most spots being glossy with a few patches of flat/dry looking areas. I’m not sure what might cause this but I don’t love the look." Read more
"...For example, the epoxy is time sensitive, meaning it will begin to dry up - especially in the hot summer days...." Read more
"...This is a much more efficient method to apply the paint and will give you plenty of time to work, as well as a more even application of paint and..." Read more
"...It's a month later and it still looks wet. I went ahead and used the paint chips, which I typically don't like...." Read more
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Preferably application time (2 days but can do in 1)
Warmer weather. 65+
Basics: (watch a couple YouTube videos and you'll be good to go)
What else you will need:
Long tough bristled scrub brush with a long handle, long roller painter with pole, a small bucket to mix, and a paint tray for the roller. I bought extra flakes as I like it personally and added more of the gritty sand so it doesn't become slick. But that's not needed.
Directions day 1 prep
Sweep or blow out desired area.
Wet area with hose (notice places where the water retracts from oil stains and what not, those are the areas you will really need to scrub)
Pour degreaser in manageable area. Don't be shy... Scrub the $(+&)$ out of the floor.
Get hose and wash out garage completely. Looks for more problem areas and repeat process 1 more time if needed.
Next get the etching solution. This reacts instantly on the ground so manageable spreading and making sure you hit everywhere is key. Have the floor nice and wet to help. Scrub the +&)&)# out of it again.
Next wash it all out. Let COMPLETELY dry (overnight). Throw a box fan in there too.
Day 2. Application.
Get your paint tray, roller brush, mixing bucket, all ready to go.
Mix the two solutions and mix until completely uniform in color and contrast. I do not suggest vigorously doing this as it creates bubbles and I'm not entirely sure what that does to the end product. Add the sand if desired.
Get your paint chips ready, preferably small cup or something.
Paint in small sections, I think best to start at the interior garage and ending at the entrence.
As you paint a good section, really lather it on you don't want dull spots, now take your paint chips and put a good handful in. Now the best way to do this is to literally underhand it up in the air (mine would hit ceiling and garage door, this is what you want) and they literally flutter down like snowflakes giving you the best even spread. Don't chuck it. Don't drizzle it unless it's like an edge small part. I'm telling ya, chuck that _+#(_& straight up and let it flutter down.
Your done. Now go get a chair and sit down and have a beer and look at your awesome garage that didn't cost you your left.... Cheers!
Reviewed in the United States on January 4, 2023
Preferably application time (2 days but can do in 1)
Warmer weather. 65+
Basics: (watch a couple YouTube videos and you'll be good to go)
What else you will need:
Long tough bristled scrub brush with a long handle, long roller painter with pole, a small bucket to mix, and a paint tray for the roller. I bought extra flakes as I like it personally and added more of the gritty sand so it doesn't become slick. But that's not needed.
Directions day 1 prep
Sweep or blow out desired area.
Wet area with hose (notice places where the water retracts from oil stains and what not, those are the areas you will really need to scrub)
Pour degreaser in manageable area. Don't be shy... Scrub the $(+&)$ out of the floor.
Get hose and wash out garage completely. Looks for more problem areas and repeat process 1 more time if needed.
Next get the etching solution. This reacts instantly on the ground so manageable spreading and making sure you hit everywhere is key. Have the floor nice and wet to help. Scrub the +&)&)# out of it again.
Next wash it all out. Let COMPLETELY dry (overnight). Throw a box fan in there too.
Day 2. Application.
Get your paint tray, roller brush, mixing bucket, all ready to go.
Mix the two solutions and mix until completely uniform in color and contrast. I do not suggest vigorously doing this as it creates bubbles and I'm not entirely sure what that does to the end product. Add the sand if desired.
Get your paint chips ready, preferably small cup or something.
Paint in small sections, I think best to start at the interior garage and ending at the entrence.
As you paint a good section, really lather it on you don't want dull spots, now take your paint chips and put a good handful in. Now the best way to do this is to literally underhand it up in the air (mine would hit ceiling and garage door, this is what you want) and they literally flutter down like snowflakes giving you the best even spread. Don't chuck it. Don't drizzle it unless it's like an edge small part. I'm telling ya, chuck that _+#(_& straight up and let it flutter down.
Your done. Now go get a chair and sit down and have a beer and look at your awesome garage that didn't cost you your left.... Cheers!
-The application process is straightforward and easy.
-The final result is impressive, with a glossy finish that significantly enhances the appearance of the garage.
-The cost is a fraction of what a professional epoxy coating would be, making it a worthwhile investment.
-The work involved in the actual painting and spreading of chips is minimal and manageable.
Cons:
-The 2.5 Garage kit may NOT be sufficient for a standard 2-car garage. It was barely enough to cover my garage, and that was after spreading the first 50 sqft rather thin.
-The preparation work can be quite intensive, involving emptying the garage and multiple rounds of cleaning and etching.
Overall:
Despite the kit not being enough for a 2-car garage, the final result is worth the effort. The transformation of the garage is remarkable and the glossy finish adds a professional touch. However, be prepared for the significant preparation work involved. I would rate this as a 6/10 in terms of effort for a DIY project. My advice would be to purchase an additional 1-car kit to ensure full coverage and a denser distribution of chips. The clear coat may not be necessary unless you specifically want it. Overall, I am very satisfied with the outcome.
Advise:
Labor: use 2 people to apply the paint and chips and the clear coat. You have about 45 minutes of pot life to get the paint down then it will start getting hard and difficult to apply. 2 people working together will reduce the (Monkey on your back) stress out of the application. On the paint one person painted and one person did the chips. On the Clear Coat we put the clear coat in a paint tray, put in middle of us and used 2 brushes to apply the product. We split the garage and each took half and worked back to front on the garage.
Rollers: I did not use the cheap foam rollers that are provided in the kit. Like other reviews they do not last. I learned this 20 years ago on the original job. I purchased 6 Purdy 3/8 nap rollers and used 4 of them to apply both the Poly and the Clear Coat with it. Do not go cheap on your rollers…. On the Tan paint I used one roller per bag of paint. Also buy some small 3 inch disposable brushes to use to cut in the edges. Then throw them away at the end of the job. Also buy some Nitrile disposable gloves to use during the application.
Chips: I did not use the provided chips as there is only enough for a light dusting of chips. I would recommend buying flakes online by the pound for the project. I purchased pre-mixed “Dark Earth Tone” chips and did a Medium to Heavy flake. Sure I had flakes left over but was not worried about being short on chips.
Prep: The prep is the key to this project and takes time! I had put the RockSolid Epoxy Garage covering on the garage floor 20 years ago. I wanted to remove that covering before this project. I rented a floor polisher from Home Depot and a Diamabrush Coating removal tool. (Polisher was $46 for 24 hours and $75 for Diamabrush removal tool) Note: There are 2 Diamabrush available. One for prep and one for removal and prep. I spent 10 hours grinding the floor to get original paint off of it.
I then used a 4 ½ inch double row diamond cup grinding wheel (Amazon $17) with angle grinder for edges and low spots. NOTE: this product WILL NOT fill in cracks!! If you don’t want cracks to show then you have to spend the time to fix them before applying the product. I had a number of small cracks and also wanted to fill in the expansion joints. I simply purchased Premixed Concrete Patch from Home Depot. Fill crack with putty knife, roughly smooth it out, let dry and then grind with angle grinder smooth. I even filled in the expansion joints this way. Last step was to pressure wash out the garage before painting. (PS. I painted the garage before the applying the garage floor paint)
Application: The trick to this project is putting the right amount of paint down for coverage. You have to put down a small ribbon of paint on the floor. I put the ribbon of paint down in a straight line. When you start rolling first pull the paint towards you then start your rolling. I had a small amount of paint left over and on the Top Coat we ran out exactly at the end of the application. I did not use the Anti-skid in the Top Coat. So I cannot offer any advice on that. We started the job early in the morning. My garage faces East so the sun was going to be an issue so I had to drape a tarp over the front of the garage to keep the sun off. We put the paint down in the morning and we finished at 9:00. We then applied the top coat on the floor that afternoon around 6:30.
Remember to do something to the garage door (lock it and put painter’s blue tape across the door) to keep anyone from walking out the garage door while the paint is curing. Also remember to put something on the garage door track to keep it elevated off the floor while it is curing. I pulled the emergency release on my garage door before we started the job and put a clamp on the track so I could pull the door down manually and have it rest on the clamp.
Is the paint coverage perfect? No. If you look you can see some light color changes in the paint. But it is a garage after all and I am happy with the result. If you want a consistent coverage with no color changes then I would recommend putting down 2 coats of the paint. Paint one coverage with no chips then paint again with chips. But that will obviously increase your project cost.
Added some pictures, hope this review helps.
Reviewed in the United States on July 20, 2019
Advise:
Labor: use 2 people to apply the paint and chips and the clear coat. You have about 45 minutes of pot life to get the paint down then it will start getting hard and difficult to apply. 2 people working together will reduce the (Monkey on your back) stress out of the application. On the paint one person painted and one person did the chips. On the Clear Coat we put the clear coat in a paint tray, put in middle of us and used 2 brushes to apply the product. We split the garage and each took half and worked back to front on the garage.
Rollers: I did not use the cheap foam rollers that are provided in the kit. Like other reviews they do not last. I learned this 20 years ago on the original job. I purchased 6 Purdy 3/8 nap rollers and used 4 of them to apply both the Poly and the Clear Coat with it. Do not go cheap on your rollers…. On the Tan paint I used one roller per bag of paint. Also buy some small 3 inch disposable brushes to use to cut in the edges. Then throw them away at the end of the job. Also buy some Nitrile disposable gloves to use during the application.
Chips: I did not use the provided chips as there is only enough for a light dusting of chips. I would recommend buying flakes online by the pound for the project. I purchased pre-mixed “Dark Earth Tone” chips and did a Medium to Heavy flake. Sure I had flakes left over but was not worried about being short on chips.
Prep: The prep is the key to this project and takes time! I had put the RockSolid Epoxy Garage covering on the garage floor 20 years ago. I wanted to remove that covering before this project. I rented a floor polisher from Home Depot and a Diamabrush Coating removal tool. (Polisher was $46 for 24 hours and $75 for Diamabrush removal tool) Note: There are 2 Diamabrush available. One for prep and one for removal and prep. I spent 10 hours grinding the floor to get original paint off of it.
I then used a 4 ½ inch double row diamond cup grinding wheel (Amazon $17) with angle grinder for edges and low spots. NOTE: this product WILL NOT fill in cracks!! If you don’t want cracks to show then you have to spend the time to fix them before applying the product. I had a number of small cracks and also wanted to fill in the expansion joints. I simply purchased Premixed Concrete Patch from Home Depot. Fill crack with putty knife, roughly smooth it out, let dry and then grind with angle grinder smooth. I even filled in the expansion joints this way. Last step was to pressure wash out the garage before painting. (PS. I painted the garage before the applying the garage floor paint)
Application: The trick to this project is putting the right amount of paint down for coverage. You have to put down a small ribbon of paint on the floor. I put the ribbon of paint down in a straight line. When you start rolling first pull the paint towards you then start your rolling. I had a small amount of paint left over and on the Top Coat we ran out exactly at the end of the application. I did not use the Anti-skid in the Top Coat. So I cannot offer any advice on that. We started the job early in the morning. My garage faces East so the sun was going to be an issue so I had to drape a tarp over the front of the garage to keep the sun off. We put the paint down in the morning and we finished at 9:00. We then applied the top coat on the floor that afternoon around 6:30.
Remember to do something to the garage door (lock it and put painter’s blue tape across the door) to keep anyone from walking out the garage door while the paint is curing. Also remember to put something on the garage door track to keep it elevated off the floor while it is curing. I pulled the emergency release on my garage door before we started the job and put a clamp on the track so I could pull the door down manually and have it rest on the clamp.
Is the paint coverage perfect? No. If you look you can see some light color changes in the paint. But it is a garage after all and I am happy with the result. If you want a consistent coverage with no color changes then I would recommend putting down 2 coats of the paint. Paint one coverage with no chips then paint again with chips. But that will obviously increase your project cost.
Added some pictures, hope this review helps.
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Reviewed in Japan on July 4, 2021