{"id":7259,"date":"2022-11-19T12:02:42","date_gmt":"2022-11-19T12:02:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/floorshields.com\/?p=7259"},"modified":"2023-01-19T06:42:42","modified_gmt":"2023-01-19T06:42:42","slug":"how-to-remove-tire-marks-from-epoxy-garage-floor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/floorshields.com\/how-to-remove-tire-marks-from-epoxy-garage-floor\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Remove Tire Marks From Epoxy Garage Floor"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"7259\" class=\"elementor elementor-7259\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-ff3a3ea elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"ff3a3ea\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-16 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-95af1a9\" data-id=\"95af1a9\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-66 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-9d386ab\" data-id=\"9d386ab\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a07d640 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a07d640\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.21.0 - 25-04-2024 *\/\n.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-stacked .elementor-drop-cap{background-color:#69727d;color:#fff}.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-framed .elementor-drop-cap{color:#69727d;border:3px solid;background-color:transparent}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap{margin-top:8px}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap-letter{width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap{float:left;text-align:center;line-height:1;font-size:50px}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap-letter{display:inline-block}<\/style>\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to Remove Tire Marks From Epoxy Garage Floor! When you have a garage, there are bound to be some messes. One of the most common messes is tire marks. If you have an <a href=\"https:\/\/floorshields.com\/best-epoxy-floor-coating-reviews\/\">epoxy garage floor<\/a>, these can be a real pain to remove. In this blog post, we will discuss 5 steps that will help you remove those pesky tire marks and get your garage looking clean and shiny again!<\/span><\/p><p><span class=\"ui-provider ul b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak\" dir=\"ltr\"><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/floorshields.com\/how-to-remove-tire-marks-from-epoxy-garage-floor\/#Why_Tire_Marks_Are_Difficult_to_Remove_From_Epoxy_Garage_Floor\" title=\"Why Tire Marks Are Difficult to Remove From Epoxy Garage Floor\">Why Tire Marks Are Difficult to Remove From Epoxy Garage Floor<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/floorshields.com\/how-to-remove-tire-marks-from-epoxy-garage-floor\/#How_to_Remove_Tire_Marks_From_Epoxy_Garage_Floor\" title=\"How to Remove Tire Marks From Epoxy Garage Floor\">How to Remove Tire Marks From Epoxy Garage Floor<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/floorshields.com\/how-to-remove-tire-marks-from-epoxy-garage-floor\/#1_Start_by_Cleaning_the_Surface\" title=\"1. Start by Cleaning the Surface\">1. Start by Cleaning the Surface<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/floorshields.com\/how-to-remove-tire-marks-from-epoxy-garage-floor\/#2_Apply_Solvent\" title=\"2. Apply Solvent\">2. Apply Solvent<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/floorshields.com\/how-to-remove-tire-marks-from-epoxy-garage-floor\/#3_Scrub_with_a_Brush\" title=\"3. Scrub with a Brush\">3. Scrub with a Brush<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/floorshields.com\/how-to-remove-tire-marks-from-epoxy-garage-floor\/#4_Rinse_with_Water\" title=\"4. Rinse with Water\">4. Rinse with Water<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/floorshields.com\/how-to-remove-tire-marks-from-epoxy-garage-floor\/#5_Dry_Thoroughly\" title=\"5. Dry Thoroughly\">5. Dry Thoroughly<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/floorshields.com\/how-to-remove-tire-marks-from-epoxy-garage-floor\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\u00a0\">Conclusion\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Tire_Marks_Are_Difficult_to_Remove_From_Epoxy_Garage_Floor\"><\/span><b>Why Tire Marks Are Difficult to Remove From Epoxy Garage Floor<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anyone who has had to deal with tire marks on an epoxy garage floor knows how difficult it can be to remove. It is for a variety of reasons that this is the case. First, epoxy is a very hard and durable material. This makes it difficult for any <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Cleaning_agent\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">type of cleaner<\/a> or chemical to penetrate the surface and break down the tire marks. Second, epoxy is a smooth surface, which again makes it difficult for cleaners to get a good grip on the tire marks and break them down. Lastly, epoxy is a porous material, meaning that it can absorb liquids and dirt.<\/span><\/p><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Remove_Tire_Marks_From_Epoxy_Garage_Floor\"><\/span><b>How to Remove Tire Marks From Epoxy Garage Floor<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are a few tips on how to remove them and protect your <a href=\"https:\/\/floorshields.com\/floor-protection\/\">garage floor<\/a> from future damage.<\/span><\/p><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Start_by_Cleaning_the_Surface\"><\/span><b>1. Start by Cleaning the Surface<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before you start anything, it is important to make sure that the surface is clean and free of any dirt or debris. To do this, use a broom or vacuum to sweep away any loose dirt and then mop the floor with a gentle cleaner.<\/span><\/p><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Apply_Solvent\"><\/span><b>2. Apply Solvent<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Next, apply a solvent directly onto the tire marks. This will help break down any stubborn grease and grime that may be causing the marks on your epoxy garage floor. Use caution when using a solvent as some can be quite harsh on your flooring material.<\/span><\/p><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Scrub_with_a_Brush\"><\/span><b>3. Scrub with a Brush<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you have applied the solvent, use a stiff-bristled brush to scrub away at the tire marks. Work in small circular motions and slowly work your way across the surface of the floor to make sure you get all the dirt and grime off.<\/span><\/p><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Rinse_with_Water\"><\/span><b>4. Rinse with Water<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After you have scrubbed away at the surface, rinse it off with some clean water. This will help remove any remaining solvent as well as any dirt or debris that may be left behind from your scrubbing session.<\/span><\/p><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Dry_Thoroughly\"><\/span><b>5. Dry Thoroughly<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finally, using a microfiber cloth, dry the area completely to make sure there is no moisture left on your garage floor that could potentially cause damage.<\/span><\/p><h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><b>Conclusion\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In conclusion, removing tire marks from an <a href=\"https:\/\/floorshields.com\/how-to-clean-an-epoxy-garage-floor\/\">epoxy garage floor<\/a> is a simple process that can be done with a little elbow grease and the right cleaners. The most important thing to remember is to act quickly after the marks are made, as they will become harder to remove the longer they sit. If you follow these steps, you should have no problem removing tire marks from your epoxy garage floor.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-16 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-1611af6\" data-id=\"1611af6\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How to Remove Tire Marks From Epoxy Garage Floor! When you have a garage, there are bound to be some messes. One of the most common messes is tire marks. If you have an epoxy garage floor, these can be a real pain to remove. 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