Tire-Pickup Damage
Tire pickup happens when hot tires soften a coating and lift the topcoat as the vehicle drives off. Proper system selection and full cure time prevent it. Every slab is different, so recommendations depend on an on-site evaluation — we do not diagnose specific floors from photos alone.
Common causes
- Coatings not rated for hot-tire exposure
- Insufficient cure before returning vehicles
- Cheap or misapplied systems
How we approach it
- Systems designed for hot-tire exposure
- Full cure time before driving on the floor
- Proper preparation and film build
Preparation
- On-site evaluation of the concrete and any existing coating
- Moisture and adhesion testing where warranted
- Full mechanical preparation before any new material is installed
- Compatible repair materials for cracks, spalls, and pits
Frequently asked
Why did my previous floor lift?
Almost always: wrong system, poor prep, or insufficient cure time before use.
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