Quick answer: Choose a blend with three or more colors and a medium overall tone. Medium blends like Cabin Fever, Driftwood, River Rock or Pebble Beach hide dust, tire marks and water spots best. Go lighter to brighten a dark garage or keep a pool deck cooler, and darker for a bold, high-contrast look.
1. Think about what the floor needs to hide
Solid colors show everything. Multi-color flake blends break up the surface so dirt, sand and water spots disappear. Gray and tan blends are the most forgiving for everyday garages.
2. Match your home, not just the floor
Look at your cabinets, walls and exterior. Warm tan and brown blends like Sandstone, Pecan or Driftwood pair well with beige and wood tones. Cool gray blends like Slate Stone, Smoke or Fortress suit gray cabinets and modern homes.
3. Consider light and heat
Lighter blends reflect more light, making a garage feel bigger and brighter. On patios and pool decks, lighter colors also stay cooler under bare feet.
4. Standard or premium?
Our 12 standard blends cover the most popular looks. Our 12 premium blends add standout accents, from the greens of Basil and Olive Grove to the blues of Blue Jay and Sea Serpent and the reds of Cardinal and Hog.
5. See samples in your own space
Colors look different on a screen and under garage lighting. We bring physical samples to your free estimate so you can choose with confidence. Browse all 24 colors.
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