Race Deck "Type" Flooring ?

[DARK HORSE]

Hi Guys,
I am going to be installing some Race Deck "type" flooring soon. I really like the look of black and white checkered. I am seriously considering this color scheme. Am I crazy for considering black knowing how it shows dirt?…Uhg! And white, which I can only assume would also show dirt crazy bad (on a garage floor).
Does anyone have this type of flooring, with either of these 2 colors in their scheme? If so please provide me with some feedback. I love the look, but is it going to be a maintenance nightmare from the color standpoint????

[Corey]

[emoji2][emoji2][emoji2][emoji16][emoji16][emoji12] Tadman!!!! I hope some others can give feedback on the white!! I believe black will be the worst but they clean easy and I wouldn't change my pattern for anything regardless!

[C. Charles Hahn]

White tiles are a pain to keep clean; black not so bad, actually. When they are clean though, they look AWESOME.

https://scontent-b-ord.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfp1/t31.0-8/1957839_10100110538009853_2831766102405614544_o.jp g

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I will be going a different route (likely black/white VCT topped with clear epoxy) when I move on to the next iteration of my garage/shop to make maintenance far easier.

[Corey]

Interesting Charles! Maybe it's our Florida sand - black is the worst here.

[DARK HORSE]

[emoji2][emoji2][emoji2][emoji16][emoji16][emoji12] Tadman!!!! I hope some others can give feedback on the white!! I believe black will be the worst but they clean easy and I wouldn't change my pattern for anything regardless!

I wouldn't change anything either buddy, your floor is stunning! I know the tiles are raised to allow for drainage, and if I remember correctly at your old place you would do your final rinse in the garage while washing sky; after taking up the floor how did the concrete underneath look (e.g. mold, mildew, or any general yuck)?





I will be going a different route (likely black/white VCT topped with clear epoxy) when I move on to the next iteration of my garage/shop to make maintenance far easier.

Thanks for the feedback Charles! Living in Michigan, I would expect that snow, ice, salt, etc. is tracked in. Do you find any problems (e.g. drainage, mold or mildew under the tiles)or anything else I should be aware of? Is cleaning (especially white tiles) relatively easy? How do you clean them? I was just thinking of the occasional sweeping and mopping?

[Merlin]

Just a FYI(

Not to mention any "names" but AG originally did the "Show Car Garage" in black and white.
The black & white looked great in pictures but was a PITA to keep the white ones looking good.
http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/data/824/AutogeekStudioGarage005.jpg

They switched to black and red. It still looks good...but it is MUCH easier to keep looking clean.
http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/data/1968/How_To_Clean_Garage_Tile_Floors_07.jpg

For me I went with Sherwin-Williams Epoxy (http://s215.photobucket.com/user/merlinhd03/media/Detail/Garage/Garage1.jpg.html?sort=9&o=0). It's permanent. I just sweep or wash it with a hose.
http://i215.photobucket.com/albums/cc140/merlinhd03/Detail/Garage/Garage25.jpg

[Dr Oldz]

How do these tiles hold up to water?? Does the water get underneath from washing? And are they chemical resistant say from wheel and tire cleaners?

[Corey]

How do these tiles hold up to water?? Does the water get underneath from washing? And are they chemical resistant say from wheel and tire cleaners?

Here is my review from L2D Doc!
http://carproforum.com/showthread.php?833-Review-GarageTrac-Flooring

I tested toward the end specifically with chemicals. Also the water runs underneath the tiles.

The Garage Trac are the same factory and everything (in Utah as I recall) as the overpriced ones from some stores - Just a name it appears.

[C. Charles Hahn]

Interesting Charles! Maybe it's our Florida sand - black is the worst here.

If I remember right, you have the "gloss" tiles, correct? That might be part of the difference too...



Thanks for the feedback Charles! Living in Michigan, I would expect that snow, ice, salt, etc. is tracked in. Do you find any problems (e.g. drainage, mold or mildew under the tiles)or anything else I should be aware of? Is cleaning (especially white tiles) relatively easy? How do you clean them? I was just thinking of the occasional sweeping and mopping?

Yes, snow/ice/etc. was a battle during the winter. I haven't seen any mold/mildew under the tiles, but I do have occasional drainage issues due to the slab not being 100% flat... there are areas that trap water under them and when walking on those areas, water will "splash" from the tile joints if there is buildup there.

Cleaning isn't too terrible, but after a while the white won't come 100% clean anymore... you'll see faint signs of staining. My cleaning regimen is to sponge mop with warm water and a rinseless wash, then follow up with my steamer on any stubborn areas. With steam though, be careful on the black tiles as you can bleach the plastic just like you can in cars.

[DARK HORSE]

Yes, snow/ice/etc. was a battle during the winter. I haven't seen any mold/mildew under the tiles, but I do have occasional drainage issues due to the slab not being 100% flat... there are areas that trap water under them and when walking on those areas, water will "splash" from the tile joints if there is buildup there.

Cleaning isn't too terrible, but after a while the white won't come 100% clean anymore... you'll see faint signs of staining. My cleaning regimen is to sponge mop with warm water and a rinseless wash, then follow up with my steamer on any stubborn areas. With steam though, be careful on the black tiles as you can bleach the plastic just like you can in cars.

Thank you for the very detailed feedback Charles, I certianly appreciate it!! I believe I will be going with the white and black checkered pattern. It just looks so damn good!!

Thanks again everybody!!

[DARK HORSE]

Hey Charles,

One other question; It looks like you did the 3" edge tiles all the way around (all 4 sides), is this right? If so; do you recommend this? Why? when I talked to them over the phone the lady said "most people only put the edge tiles in front of the garage door opening"... hmm?

[C. Charles Hahn]

Hey Charles,

One other question; It looks like you did the 3" edge tiles all the way around (all 4 sides), is this right? If so; do you recommend this? Why? when I talked to them over the phone the lady said "most people only put the edge tiles in front of the garage door opening"... hmm?

I only did two sides; the front side, and the side where the "pedestrian door" to the garage is so I can roll suitcases/etc. across it easily. The back edge and other side wall I didn't install edging on, and for the most part you don't see the exposed loops unless you're actively looking for them because they are just under the baseboards in my case. Just depends how your garage is laid out whether that makes sense or not.

http://hahn-on-the.net/pictures/IMG_0908.JPG

http://hahn-on-the.net/pictures/IMG_0907.JPG

http://hahn-on-the.net/pictures/IMG_0913.JPG

(Yes, I know I need to touch that paint up :rolleyes: )

[DARK HORSE]

Great pictures,thanks again Charles!

[DARK HORSE]

Ok, I'm placing my order later today. Can't wait to get it here and start installing!!! I decided to go with black and silver in a bordered checker board pattern. I'll post up my design later. I'm sooo excited!!

[DARK HORSE]

Got it ordered this morning. The sales rep said it should be deliverd Friday....WOW, that's fast!! Can't wait to get going on it. Here's what I went with (I know, nothing fancy, pretty basic, but should look great). I'll update when the tiles arrive:p...

http://i932.photobucket.com/albums/ad169/tadndonna/NewPicture_zpse8860460.png (http://s932.photobucket.com/user/tadndonna/media/NewPicture_zpse8860460.png.html)

[Dr_Pain]

Do you have slotted tiles for drainage?? Was your final tally a "shocker"??

[DARK HORSE]

For me I went with
Sherwin-Williams Epoxy (http://s215.photobucket.com/user/merlinhd03/media/Detail/Garage/Garage1.jpg.html?sort=9&o=0). It's permanent. I just sweep or wash it with a hose.
http://i215.photobucket.com/albums/cc140/merlinhd03/Detail/Garage/Garage25.jpg

Merlin, your floor looks great buddy!

[DARK HORSE]

Do you have slotted tiles for drainage?? Was your final tally a "shocker"??

Hey Doc, I went with the same tiles Corey has. They have raised channels underneath to allow for drainage (this can be seen in one of the pictures in his review). However they fit together tightly so not much water should actually get through. They are made by, and in the same facility as RaceDeck (which is considerably more costly). Corey’s detailed review can be found here…http://carproforum.com/showthread.php?833-Review-GarageTrac-Flooring

As to cost; I don’t think it was “too” bad. I was able to get them for $2.00/ft2 and edge pieces for $1.89/RFT. That being said I was able to do my “generously sized” 2 car garage (725ft sq) for just about $1,500. Now if I were to do my shop, YES that would be a real “SHOCKER” for sure!!
Here’s the ones I got…http://www.bigfloors.com/product-category/garage-flooring/garagetrac/

[KMG]

Should look really good Tad. It is amazing how quickly it improves the look of a garage. A few hours and you can go from this
https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-d7-ZYKtNgVQ/UzHK0jR2dfI/AAAAAAAABlE/AyvzWbXqL_Q/w1358-h768-no/IMAG0494.jpg

to this is amazing.
https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-UIwTduaIkXw/Uzd1dkzD8WI/AAAAAAAABlM/XfnPXitnnCg/w1358-h768-no/IMAG0506.jpg

I am planning on doing some more updates in the garage over this winter. I am jealous of a lot of the garages you guys have. Mine always looks like a mess.

[Corey]

I can't wit to see Tadman!! Make sure to take pics!! lol

[Dr_Pain]

I can't wit to see Tadman!! Make sure to take pics!! lol

I agree^^^

[DARK HORSE]

;);):cool::cool::p:p:cool::cool:


Scheduled Delivery: Friday, 10/10/2014, By End of Day

Last Location:
Pocatello, ID, United States, Friday, 10/10/2014



Location Date Local Time Activity
Pocatello, ID, United States 10/10/2014 6:19 A.M. Out For Delivery

10/10/2014 4:07 A.M. Arrival Scan
Salt Lake City, UT, United States 10/10/2014 1:08 A.M. Departure Scan

Salt Lake City, UT, United States 10/09/2014 6:37 P.M. Origin Scan

United States 10/09/2014 6:20 P.M. Order Processed: Ready for UPS

[Dr_Pain]

HAHAHA!!! Is that excitement I see? I guess I know what you are doing this weekend ;)

[DARK HORSE]

Ohh ya buddy, excited I am! Unfortunately I won't be able to start installation for a couple of weeks. Deer season here in SE Idaho opens this weekend, and Canadian goose opens next weekend. Meanwhile the brown and rainbow trout fishing continues to be absolutely on fire behind my house! The fall is an extremely exciting and busy time of year here Claude, as the outdoutdoor activities heat up! Anyway I should be able to have it installed in 2-3 weeks.

[KMG]

If you are anything like me or most other guys on here, even though you say that it will be installed within the week. I always say I am not going to do something right away, and end up doing it because I can't wait to see it done.

[DARK HORSE]

Should look really good Tad. It is amazing how quickly it improves the look of a garage. A few hours and you can go from this
https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-d7-ZYKtNgVQ/UzHK0jR2dfI/AAAAAAAABlE/AyvzWbXqL_Q/w1358-h768-no/IMAG0494.jpg

to this is amazing.
https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-UIwTduaIkXw/Uzd1dkzD8WI/AAAAAAAABlM/XfnPXitnnCg/w1358-h768-no/IMAG0506.jpg

I am planning on doing some more updates in the garage over this winter. I am jealous of a lot of the garages you guys have. Mine always looks like a mess.

Your floor looks awesome brotha!

[DARK HORSE]

If you are anything like me or most other guys on here, even though you say that it will be installed within the week. I always say I am not going to do something right away, and end up doing it because I can't wait to see it done.

I hear ya Kevin!! But it's hard not to be fishing right now (all the big reservoir fish start migrating up the river this time of year)!

This is about a mile up the river behind my house...:cool:

http://i932.photobucket.com/albums/ad169/tadndonna/6da94185-4a16-452c-bfe5-8528e8c019e4_zps1167fa10.jpg (http://s932.photobucket.com/user/tadndonna/media/6da94185-4a16-452c-bfe5-8528e8c019e4_zps1167fa10.jpg.html)

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[qwyktruk]

Holy Crap those are some beauties!!

I'd put the floor off too!!!

[Corey]

Holy Crap those are some beauties!!

I'd put the floor off too!!!

Rofl!!! Love it^^^^

[DARK HORSE]

Look what was waiting for me when I got home...:cool:

http://i932.photobucket.com/albums/ad169/tadndonna/20141010_195637_zps92b11e10.jpg (http://s932.photobucket.com/user/tadndonna/media/20141010_195637_zps92b11e10.jpg.html)

And of course you were right Kevin, I couldn't keep my hands off it (like a kid at Christmas). I immediately ripped open the boxes and started playing with my new toys... :D

http://i932.photobucket.com/albums/ad169/tadndonna/20141010_195331_zps3a699632.jpg (http://s932.photobucket.com/user/tadndonna/media/20141010_195331_zps3a699632.jpg.html)

http://i932.photobucket.com/albums/ad169/tadndonna/20141010_195459_zpsba42b846.jpg (http://s932.photobucket.com/user/tadndonna/media/20141010_195459_zpsba42b846.jpg.html)

[C. Charles Hahn]

Lookin' good, Tad! Surprising how quickly that stuff goes down, isn't it? Don't think it took me more than about an hour, 1.5 hours to put mine in once all the "stuff" was out of the way.

[Corey]

Awesome Tad!! A great day! Some monster catches and now some fun laying out your new playground!!

[KMG]

HAHA! I knew your wouldn't be able to let it sit Tad! Looks good, can't wait to see it all in place. My floor is in need of a good cleaning once I have some time and nothing sitting in the garage to work on.

[Merlin]

Merlin, your floor looks great buddy!

Thank you.

I like the epoxy version...done right, it makes a great floor.

http://www.monkeybarsjax.com/uploads/1/6/3/3/16337380/9435200_orig.jpg

The downside...if you move, the floor is not coning with ya'

http://www.garage-restoration.com/images/Garage%20floor%20woman%20iStock_000004290276.jpg

[Dr_Pain]

Thank you.

I like the epoxy version...done right, it makes a great floor.

http://www.monkeybarsjax.com/uploads/1/6/3/3/16337380/9435200_orig.jpg

The downside...if you move, the floor is not coning with ya'

http://www.garage-restoration.com/images/Garage%20floor%20woman%20iStock_000004290276.jpg

I LOVE your mechanic outfit Merlin! YOWZA!!!!

[Merlin]

I LOVE your mechanic outfit Merlin! YOWZA!!!!

That's my helper! (BIG GRIN)

[DARK HORSE]

I got started yesterday. I didn't get finished, but I got a good start. Still need to complete the border and a few end pieces that need cut (you'll see what I mean in the last picture...lol). I absolutely love it!

Here we go...

http://i932.photobucket.com/albums/ad169/tadndonna/20141019_172346_zps9cf80d12.jpg (http://s932.photobucket.com/user/tadndonna/media/20141019_172346_zps9cf80d12.jpg.html)


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Decided to quit here for the night (should have paid better attention in geometry class)...


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[C. Charles Hahn]

NICE! Yeah, that odd corner doesn't look like much fun. Garage really looks great!

[KMG]

Looks great man! That is a nice clean garage you have there, wish mine was that clean. Mine always looks like a dust bomb went off in it!

[Dr_Pain]

That looks GREAT!!!! Now I want one :(

To make your geometry nightmare go away without too much difficulties, just use a stiff carboard and trace/cut to shape and then transfer to the Racedeck. MAKE SURE to make the exact location of the interlocking tabs.

[DARK HORSE]

Thanks for all the positive comments guys. I think I'm really going to like the new floor! I'll post up some more pics when I finish completely and get everything cleaned up.