This is one of the most common questions we get from Idaho Falls homeowners, and for good reason. Our winters are cold. The short answer: standard epoxy has temperature limitations, but polyaspartic coatings can be installed year-round with the right products and preparation.
Traditional epoxy coatings require concrete surface temperatures above 50-55 degrees F for proper curing. In Idaho Falls, that typically limits outdoor or unheated garage epoxy installation to May through September. Attempting to apply epoxy in colder conditions leads to slow curing, bubbling, and adhesion failures. If your garage is heated consistently above 55 degrees F, standard epoxy can be installed year-round regardless of outdoor temperatures. Many Idaho Falls homeowners with finished garages fall into this category.
Polyaspartic coatings are specifically formulated to cure in a wider temperature range, with some products down to 20 degrees F. If you want your garage floor done in October, November, or early spring, polyaspartic is the right choice for Idaho Falls conditions. We book up quickly in spring, so call (208) 538-9693 early to get on the schedule before the rush.