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The garage floors we install are extremely durable and resistant to many common "mess makers" however no garage floor can avoid dust, dirt, and grime build up over time. If you are someone that cleans the garage floor weekly then this may not apply, however we all know that cleaning the garage floor may happen only a couple times a year. We recommend two great products for cleaning your floor for when you do find the time to clean the garage floor: Continue Reading

So many options! Which to choose? What's the best product for YOUR garage? Should you do it or have someone else do it? And the most important question, how much is it going to cost me??? Well here are the top choices for garage flooring! Hope this is helpful! Continue Reading

Okay... Here in Southern California it's winter, and unlike the rest of the country (save other desert areas southwest of the Rockies) we tend to funnel winter into about two months... with all the rain, snow, hail and other inclement weather activity we can handle. I know... we're wimps at the harsh weather thing, but in sunny Southern California, we do like our weather mellow and... well, sunny!

However, occasionally we all must deal with the rain, and protecting the garage from such wet weather. As so many of us tend to use our garages for storage of everything from mundane items to the most important parts of our lives, it's crucial to protect against wet weather by doing a few simple things.

The Roof. Of course, this is one of the most obvious and also one of the more expensive garage projects (that's really a total home project). Unless you're doing patchwork on a 20-40 year roof, it might be time to do the entire roof over again, and you can easily spot the weakest places in the roof during wet weather months. In dry weather we all tend to neglect roof inspection and our roofs in general, but during wet weather the wear and tear of the roof becomes almost too easy to spot as water drips or pours down on carpets and floors and, more importantly, our stuff. Always consider a yearly roof inspection for your home when it really counts... during dry weather. A roof inspection can go a long way to preserving an existing roof with simple patchwork or can lead to the discovery that a new roof might be in order. Bad roof work can lead to diminished structural integrity in the beams and framing, so it's really a good idea to make sure your roof is in top shape... after all, it's what homes were made to support in the first place. Inspect the roof or have the roof inspected before wet

weather comes your way and you'll be glad you spent for the inspection. Last but not least... do not forget the good ol' rain gutters around the perimeter of the roof. They should be inspected for breakage, leaks, blockage, and general condition. If clogged, clean them immediately... you need them to direct rain away from the home. If broken, you can repair them easily with an assortment of solutions at your average hardware store or big box hardware outlet. Rain gutters are important in keeping the home (and garage) dry when possible. They don't always work out the way we want them too, but existing rain gutters not doing their job can be modified with flexible tubing and other items to direct the rainwater where you want it to go.

The Doors and Windows. Doors and windows in the garage should be inspected regularly as well... making sure there's no warpage in the doors for frame, and that windows are holding up and sealed in their casings and that all trim is holding up. Extreme changes in weather can sometimes create spiderweb cracks or other weakness within the glass... Anything noticed should be repaired as quickly as possible. Doors can also use threshold protection as well, something we'll cover more in the next paragraph, but inspect all hinges, knobs and locks as well as paint. Upkeep of exterior doors and windows in the garage adds to the protection we want for our stuff, and our special memories, holiday items, etc.

Garage Doors. The big door to the most neglected room in the house should be inspected regularly, especially if it's lifted and closed mechanically (garage door pulley system or other garage door opening system). Any of the pulleys, sheaves, forks, straps or axle bolts should be inspected for that type of system to make sure there's plenty of integrity to handle the weight of the door. For other types of systems you might refer to the manufacturer's trouble-shooting guide or contact them directly for tips. Many types of advice on maintaining garage doors (and finding garage door dealers) can be found at the Door and Access Systems Manufacturers' Association (DASMA) and the International Door Association (IDA). One item that's particularly useful for the garage door in defending against rotten weather is a Garage Door Threshold Seal. They can be applied to the bottom of the door, or directly to the floor using special adhesives. Either way, you are now keeping out rain as well as little critters and wind-blown objects. It's a must-have additional seal to cover up the gap frequently found between the door and floor.

Garage Floor. A wet concrete floor can be a hazard... it's just a good chance to slip and end up in the hospital. One way to alleviate the danger here is to simply place Garage Floor Mats down on the concrete to absorb moisture and lend traction to the floor. Likewise, treating the entire garage floor with a Liquid Granite Epoxy system or tiles such as Tuff Trax, can make the garage floor a safer place to step onto without risking a slip n' fall situation.

The legendary (and very much old school) Burbank Road Kings will be hosting their annual Car Show on Sunday, October 19th, 2008 at Santa Anita Park. They will be showcasing hot rods and street rods along with other modified classic cars, sports cars and restored classic autos. There'll be some amazing work on display and more-than-a-few jaw-dropping' works that will include a series of muscle cars sure to rev-up any car-enthusiasts' heart.

The car show will be held in the infield area of the park and offer professional and celebrity judges as well as a chance to see that day's thoroughbred racing at the park.

Admission is $5 (free for children under 17-years, accompanied by the parent) and parking is $4 (but not for the classic cars... heh!)

More information can be found out by calling 818-842-KING. Directions to Santa Anita Park can be found HERE. And the flyer (front and back .jpg images) for the show can be found HERE and HERE. The back portion of the flyer offers an application for entry into the competition: You can enter your own classic auto for the show and various contests by October 13th, 2008 (that's only weeks away, so start your engines and sign up!). Rules and regulations and such can be found on the back of that flyer.

Should be a great show with plenty of classic cars brought in from their hideaway garages for the day... and a fun day at the races, too!