Compare · Las Vegas, NV
Epoxy vs Polyaspartic in Las Vegas, NV
Same job, different clock. One is slower and cheaper; the other is clear under a sun that eats standard clears.
| Factor | Option A | Option B |
|---|---|---|
| Cure speed | 12 to 24 hours before foot traffic | 4 to 6 hours, next day normally |
| UV stability | Ambers under direct sun over years | Stays clear far longer |
| Cost, Las Vegas | $4 to $10 per square foot installed | $5 to $12 per square foot installed |
| Best use here | Base coat and flake build | Clear topcoat at the wear surface |
What actually differs.
Both are resin coats over a prepared slab. Polyaspartic cures faster and holds its clarity under sun. Epoxy costs less and gives a longer working window for flake broadcasts and pigment work.
Why most garages here use both.
Epoxy for the film build and the flake, polyaspartic for the clear. You keep the lower material cost where it does not show and put the UV-stable product where the sun actually lands.