Transform Your Patio or Lanai Into a Finished Outdoor Living Space
Decorative Concrete Coatings Designed for Florida Patios, Lanais, Porches and Covered Outdoor Areas
Floor Grip Medic transforms worn, stained and outdated concrete with decorative exterior coating systems built around professional preparation, a rubberized polyurethane base, full-broadcast flake and a protective clear topcoat.
Your Patio Should Feel Like Part of the Home
Florida patios and lanais are often used year-round, yet many are left with bare, stained, painted or deteriorating concrete.
A professional decorative coating can transform the look of the space while creating a sealed surface that is easier to maintain.
Floor Grip Medic provides coating options for qualifying patios, lanais, covered porches, screened areas and other exterior concrete surfaces.
- Screened lanais
- Covered patios
- Front and rear porches
- Outdoor seating areas
- Pool-adjacent spaces
- Commercial patios and common areas
More Than a Cosmetic Upgrade
A professional coating system can improve the look, maintenance and overall feel of an exterior concrete space.
Updated Appearance
Decorative flake can dramatically change worn or dated concrete and coordinate the surface with the surrounding home.
Easier Maintenance
A sealed coating surface is generally easier to sweep, rinse and maintain than porous unfinished concrete.
Traction Options
Traction aggregate can be incorporated into qualifying exterior topcoats for areas exposed to moisture.
Decorative Color Selection
Multiple flake blends are available to coordinate with siding, pavers, pool finishes, walls and outdoor furniture.
Cover Cosmetic Discoloration
A full-broadcast decorative finish can visually disguise many stains and natural concrete color variations.
Finished Outdoor Space
A professionally coated floor helps a patio or lanai feel more like a completed extension of the home.
Three Layers Working Together
The exact system may vary by project conditions, but our decorative exterior approach is built around multiple functional layers.
Rubberized Polyurethane Base
Applied over the properly prepared qualifying surface to create the foundation of the decorative system.
Full-Broadcast Decorative Flake
Decorative flake is broadcast into the wet base to provide color, texture, visual depth and coverage.
Protective Clear Topcoat
The decorative finish is sealed beneath a clear protective topcoat selected for the application, with traction aggregate when specified.
Patios and Lanais Face Different Conditions Than Interior Floors
Exterior concrete in Northeast Florida can experience direct sun, humidity, rain, standing moisture, wind-driven water and rapid weather changes.
That is why exterior coating projects must be evaluated differently than an indoor garage or interior floor.
- UV exposure considered
- Moisture and drainage evaluated
- Traction needs considered
- Exterior-compatible coating selections
- Project-specific preparation
- Weather and cure conditions monitored
Covered Does Not Always Mean Dry
A screened or covered lanai can still be exposed to humidity, rain intrusion, condensation and wet foot traffic.
We evaluate those conditions when selecting the appropriate system and traction level for the project.
Every Existing Patio Surface Is Different
Some patios are bare concrete. Others may have old paint, sealers, texture coatings, previous overlays or other materials already installed.
The preparation method is selected based on the existing surface and the requirements of the new coating system.
- Evaluate the existing surface
- Identify coatings, sealers or contaminants
- Remove qualifying loose or failing material
- Prepare the surface to the required profile
- Treat qualifying cracks and defects
- Clean the surface before coating
We Do Not Use One Prep Method for Every Surface
The existing condition determines the appropriate preparation. The written proposal will identify the preparation method and work included for that specific project.
Patios, Lanais & Outdoor Living Areas
Actual projects completed by Floor Grip Medic.
Some Tiled Lanais May Be Candidates for Coating
Not every patio or lanai starts with bare concrete. Many Florida homes have tiled outdoor areas.
When the existing tile is sufficiently stable and suitable, Floor Grip Medic may be able to install a decorative coating system over the tile rather than automatically removing the entire surface.
Existing grout lines remain visible through the finished coating because this is not a leveling or grout-elimination process.
Tile Must Be Evaluated First
Loose, hollow, moving or damaged tile may require repair or removal. Coating over tile is recommended only when the existing substrate is suitable.
A Coating Transforms the Surface — It Does Not Rebuild the Slab
Existing concrete characteristics such as cracks, low areas, drainage conditions, patches, surface waves and elevation changes may remain after coating.
The purpose of the coating system is to transform and protect a qualifying surface, not to make the underlying concrete perfectly flat.
Crack Treatment Is Cosmetic
Qualifying cracks may be filled or treated before coating, but crack repair does not structurally repair the concrete or guarantee that movement will not return.
New cracks can also develop as concrete continues to expand, contract and move.
Simple Maintenance Helps Keep the Surface Looking Its Best
Regular Sweeping
Remove sand, leaves and abrasive debris before it accumulates.
Gentle Cleaning
Use coating-safe cleaning products and rinse thoroughly when needed.
Avoid Harsh Chemicals
Do not use aggressive solvents or chemicals unless specifically approved for the coating.
No Need to Pressure Wash
Pressure washing, power washing and pressure-washer surface-cleaning equipment of any kind are prohibited on coated driveway and walkway surfaces. Use routine sweeping, a leaf blower, soft-bristle cleaning methods and coating-safe cleaners instead. If water is needed, use ordinary low-pressure water from a garden hose.Qualifying Exterior Coating Systems Include Written Warranty Coverage
Warranty length and coverage depend on the selected system, application and written proposal. Coverage is subject to warranty terms, exclusions, maintenance requirements, substrate condition, moisture, drainage, structural movement and other applicable limitations.
Patio & Lanai Coating FAQs
Can you coat a screened lanai?
Yes, provided the existing surface is suitable for the selected coating system and moisture, drainage and other site conditions are acceptable.
Can you coat over old paint?
Possibly, but loose, peeling, incompatible or failing coatings may require additional removal or preparation before the new system is installed.
Will the floor be slip-proof?
No surface can be guaranteed completely slip-proof. Traction aggregate can improve slip resistance, but wet or contaminated surfaces may still become slippery.
Can you repair cracks?
Qualifying cracks can often be treated before coating. Crack treatment is cosmetic rather than structural and cannot prevent future concrete movement.
Can you coat over tile on my lanai?
Sometimes. Existing tile must be stable and suitable for coating. Grout lines remain visible after the coating is installed.
Will the coating hide low spots or drainage issues?
No. Coating is not a concrete-leveling or drainage-correction service. Existing low areas and drainage characteristics can remain.
Can the finish be used near a pool?
Yes, on qualifying surfaces. Pool-adjacent areas require consideration of moisture, chemical exposure and traction needs.
How long does installation take?
Project duration depends on square footage, existing surface condition, preparation requirements, repairs, weather, humidity and curing conditions.
Floor Grip Medic Service Areas
Floor Grip Medic provides professional concrete coatings, resurfacing, polishing and floor-care services throughout Northeast Florida. We serve residential, commercial and HOA properties across the following counties and communities.
Duval County
Jacksonville, Jacksonville Beach, Atlantic Beach, Neptune Beach, Mandarin, Arlington, Southside, San Marco, Riverside and surrounding Duval County communities.
Clay County
Orange Park, Fleming Island, Middleburg, Green Cove Springs, Oakleaf and surrounding Clay County communities.
St. Johns County
St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra Beach, Ponte Vedra, Nocatee, World Golf Village, Julington Creek, Fruit Cove and surrounding St. Johns County communities.
Flagler County
Palm Coast, Flagler Beach, Bunnell and surrounding Flagler County communities.
Volusia County
Daytona Beach, Ormond Beach, Deltona, DeLand, Orange City, New Smyrna Beach, Port Orange and surrounding Volusia County communities.
Nassau County
Fernandina Beach, Amelia Island, Yulee, Callahan, Hilliard and surrounding Nassau County communities.
Baker County
Macclenny, Glen St. Mary, Sanderson and surrounding Baker County communities.
Not sure if you're within our service area? Call Floor Grip Medic at 904-441-1400 and we'll confirm availability for your location.
Ready to Transform Your Patio or Lanai?
Tell us about your existing surface, approximate square footage and how you use the space. Floor Grip Medic will evaluate the project and recommend the appropriate coating system.