Stonhard Revitalises Parking Garage with Durable, Design-Led Epoxy Coating
In the heart of Lisbon’s bustling Rua de Santa Catarina, Stonhard Portugal set out to transform an often-overlooked space—a parking garage within a restored heritage building. What began as a routine renovation soon became an opportunity to elevate the environment entirely.
Challenges & Customer Requirements
The existing surface presented a common issue for older city structures: painted concrete that easily peeled, cracked and absorbed daily mechanical wear. Over time, the flooring had become visually neglected, detracting from the premium feel of the renovated building. The customer envisioned something completely different—a clean, classic, refined finish that could comfortably accommodate vehicles while improving the space's overall look.
Beyond appearance, the customer required a system that delivered durability, ease of maintenance, and resistance to abrasion and chemicals. The parking garage needed to withstand constant vehicle movement without showing signs of damage and maintain its polished look for years to come; therefore, choosing the right parking deck solutions was essential to achieving long-term value.
Solution
To deliver on these expectations, Stonhard Portugal's expert project team recommended Stonkote HT4, a 100% solids epoxy topcoat engineered for high performance. Applied in the warm and elegant Beechwood colour, this coating provided the seamless visual upgrade the customer desired while delivering the strenght essential for a functional parking environment. Stonkote's HT4's superior resistance to wear, chemicals, and abrasion made it the perfect choice for the busy parking garage. Its smooth, non-pourous surface reduces maintenance time, while its robust formulation is expected to deliver greater durability than traditional painted concrete. The system is projected to reduce lifecycle costs, offering long-term financial and performance benefits.
Why Stonhard?
What set this project apart was not only the quality of the product but the turnkey approach that Stonhard Portugal is renowned for. As a single-source, manufacturer-and-installer, Stonhard delivered complete accountability and expertise from specification through installation. This integrated model ensured proper substrate preparation, even over existing painted concrete and a flawless application, removing the risk and complexity often associated with multi-party installations.
This seamless process is known as The Stonhard Difference: world-class materials paired with trained installation teams who bring deep technical knowledge and craftsmanship to every project.
"The transformation of our parking garage exceeded expectations. The parking deck solution not only delivered the refined appearance we wanted but also provided a durable, easy-to-maintain surface that has completely elevated the space. Stonhard’s team handled everything with professionalism and precision — a true turnkey experience. We couldn’t be more satisfied with the result." — Client.
With Stonkote HT4 in place, the parking garage now reflects the sophistication and care present throughout the building's renovation. Durable, attractive, and built to last, the new flooring delivers on the customer's vision while providing reliable performance for years ahead.
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