Life Deck Coating Installations

Durable garage solution

2012-02-09T09:37:00.000-08:00

This garage floor in Ramona has our Liquid Granite system in Mocha Tweed. This epoxy system will hold up well in this residential garage as it is durable and easy to clean. This flooring system was installed by Scott Tischler's crew.

Penthouse Deck

2012-02-08T15:53:00.000-08:00

For this penthouse suite at the top of the Marriott downtown, project manager Gil Koury and crew applied our Texture Crete system with a flagstone pattern.

Beautiful Bridal Boutique

2012-02-06T10:51:00.000-08:00

This is a new technique we have been perfecting and here is one of our first jobs using the new Liquid Dazzle process. Dazzle Effects is the result of using multiple Liquid Dazzle colors to achieve a dynamic floor with swirls and splashes throughout. Project Manager, Todd Seaboch and his crew did this floor at a new bridal boutique in downtown San Diego.

Acid Stain driveway in Cardiff

2012-01-20T15:55:00.000-08:00

This beautiful Cardiff driveway done by our project manager Scott Tischler has an Acid Stain on the existing concrete in Chocolate and Black and then it was sealed with SC-70 an acrylic lacquer sealer.

Now on YouTube!

2011-12-21T10:23:00.000-08:00

You can now watch our crews hard at work on various jobs on our

YouTube channel,

here we will be sharing short videos of installations around San Diego County.

Craftsman Finish in Del Mar

2011-12-21T09:54:00.000-08:00

Here is a waterproofed balcony and walkway in Del Mar at the Polo Plaza. Our rep Scott Tischler used ALX and Craftsman Finish to achieve this look. The colors you see here are a mix of Sepia and Onyx and the whole area has a clean tile pattern with a light texture.

Encinitas garage

2011-12-12T14:08:00.000-08:00

This garage floor had an old epoxy paint chip system that was in need of updating and repair. Project manager Todd Cook reground the floor to increase the concrete profile and added Safe Grip for skid resistance. This is a 100% Solids Thin Film Epoxy System in Tile Red which will hold up to wear and tear and be easily maintainable for years to come.

Eco Friendly floor in Rancho Santa Fe

2011-12-12T13:56:00.000-08:00

Todd Cook's crew was able to grind, stain and seal this garage floor all in one day. The floor was stained with SC-35X Water-Based Stain in Sepia and Sahara and then sealed with SC-65 Water-Based polyurethane. This combination of products makes this an excellent example of an eco-friendly and durable solution for a light traffic residential garage.

Allergy friendly floor for family pet in Escondido

2011-12-12T11:49:00.000-08:00

Project Manager Todd Cook had customers in Escondido with a dog that has allergies so they needed a floor that was easy to maintain and keep clean for their family pet. Todd's crew removed the existing tile and carpet to reveal a concrete substrate to work with. The floor was prepped and stained with a mix Light Brown and Brown Fast Stain and sealed with EC-11 and SC-66 Water-Based Polyurethane. This combination makes for a low VOC and eco friendly floor that will last and keep allergies to a minimum.

Craftsman Finish deck in Bay Park

2011-12-12T10:54:00.000-08:00

This well manicured house for sale in Bay Park needed a facelift to give the wraparound porch a finishing touch. Project Manager Scott Tischler knew that waterproofing the area with our ALX system was best choice for the porch and that the Craftsman Finish had the perfect look that the realtor wanted.

Install Video

2011-12-05T12:53:00.000-08:00

We got a sneak peek of this cool shower installation from project manager Todd Seaboch. The shower floor and walls have our Craftsman Finish in a custom color using Water-Based Stains Ivory, Olive and Sepia.

Pool Deck in Mission Hills

2011-12-05T12:49:00.000-08:00

Check out this gorgeous pool deck in the Mission Hills neighborhood done by Project Manager Jeff Marshall. This look was accomplished by applying our Texture-Crete, coloring with Colorwash and cutting a Flagstone pattern. Even on this chilly fall day these pics make me want to take a dip!

Upcoming Home Show in Del Mar

2011-12-05T11:25:00.000-08:00

We'll be a the Del Mar Home Improvement Show January 27-29th and hope to see you there!

Upcoming Home Show in Del Mar

2011-09-30T13:55:00.000-07:00

Sweet garage floor in Olivehain

2011-09-27T08:24:00.000-07:00

Most people tend to put an epoxy floor system down on their garage floor because it is east to keep clean and can handle vehicle traffic but when the right sealer is used you can choose from a variety of stains as well. This customer wanted her ugly vinyl floor removed and loved the look of stained concrete. Gil knew just what to do, he cleaned up the existing concrete and stained with with our Water-Based Stain (Mahogany and Onyx) then sealed it with our ultra-tough EC-11 sealer.

Floor Solution for Mortuary

2011-09-27T08:15:00.000-07:00

A San Diego mortuary needed an updated flooring option but didn't want carpet and terrazzo was too expensive for their budget. The existing substrate is concrete with old carpet running the length of the hallway. The customer wanted an easy to maintain floor that they can mop and wax.

We matched their existing terrazzo with our Liquid Terrazzo and they were happy with the results.

How can we help you with your next flooring problem?

Fall Home/Garden Show

2011-09-16T11:13:00.000-07:00

Our reps are ready to help you with your next home project whether you have a leaky deck or ugly concrete, we are there to help you bring your exterior and interior surfaces to life!

Celebrating 30 Years in Business!

2011-09-16T11:09:00.000-07:00

Seems like just yesterday we were introducing the idea of concrete resurfacing to San Diegans. From our roots in epoxy coatings and waterproof decking systems to our growth toward decorative interior flooring, Life Deck has installed numerous coatings to tens of thousands of satisfied customers. Using only the finest products by Westcoat, Life Deck has been committed to high quality installations and customer service for 30 years. From decorative overlays, to rich concrete stains to durable epoxies, Life Deck has been beautifying concrete surfaces for both commercial and residential properties.

We would like to offer our sincerest thanks for your patronage, referrals and support over the years. Here's to many more years of bringing your concrete surfaces to life!

Please visit our online resources at www.lifedeck.com to see the latest happenings and installations at Life Deck or stop by and see our new showroom!

Stain in a consulting firm

2011-08-15T09:00:00.000-07:00

Nautilus Environmental, an environmental consulting firm, moved into a new facility here in San Diego and were in need of a tough but elegant floor for their new location. The designer we worked with on this job really liked the grind, stain, and seal look so both Fast Stain and Water-Based Stain were applied to the existing concrete throughout and sealed.

Craftsman Finish in an office

2011-08-10T15:24:00.000-07:00

Here is a beautiful interior floor featuring our Craftsman Finish system at Quant Economics in Carmel Valley. Out craftsman finish is achieved with a combination of textured cements, water-based stains, liquid colorants, and sealers to create the unique look you see here.

Gorgeous floor on India Street

2011-07-25T09:16:00.000-07:00

If you are in Little Italy, stop by Vincenzo Ristorante Italiano for some authentic Italian food and check out this beautiful floor. Larin used a mix of our Acid Stain and Fast Stain processes on their existing concrete and the results are stunning!

Fast Stain installation at new Stone Brew store in South Park

2011-07-15T10:25:00.000-07:00

Stone Brew Co. opened a new store in South Park and we got our Fast Stain system on the floor! The store is a place you can fill your growlers with Stone's beers and buy bottles, kegs and merchandise. This building was a gym and had rubber tiling throughout. Todd Seaboch's crew had to pull up the tiling and prep the existing concrete below the tiles to get the substrate ready for the face lift. Fast Stain was applied directly to the concrete and the whole floor was sealed for a clean look. Be sure to stop by and check it out and don't forget your growler!

Welcome Todd!

2011-07-07T15:24:00.000-07:00

We would like to welcome Todd Cook to our team of Project Managers! Todd was an installer here at Life Deck for the past year and has a fresh take on art and design. Todd will be serving North County including areas such as Vista and Escondido.
I received a B.A. from Humboldt State University with an emphasis in Studio Arts in 2008. I posses a strong background in design and composition and have had numerous gallery exhibitions in various mediums. In 2010, I began working for Life Deck Coating Installations as an installer. By working "hands-on" in copious installation projects, I've been able to gain vast knowledge and insight into a wide spectrum of processes and applications. This eclectic experience has helped yield me the necessary tools and traits for my current position as Project Manager. My intention is to create an open dialogue with new and existing clients regarding our services. It's my goal to find decorative and durable solutions for interior and exterior spaces. I passionately strive to offer integrity and the highest level of customer service for all my prospective and current clients. I look forward to facilitating your needs and exceeding all expectations.

U.S. University

2011-05-19T20:25:00.000-07:00

Here we have an impressive 20,000 square foot Fast Stain job at U.S. University in Chula Vista. This look was accomplished by grinding, staining and sealing existing concrete. The use of several colors creates a dynamic flow throughout the facility and the water-based sealer is durable while maintaining a medium gloss finish.

USS Midway

2011-05-09T10:02:00.001-07:00

Here are some shots from the USS Midway. Silver Liquid Dazzle was applied in the main entrance to the new museum. The white lines and circles that you see on the floor are weld seams and plugs on the steel deck, this is intended to remind visitors that the floor is a steel deck of a war ship. The floor was sealed with Westcoat EC-96 for a satin finish.

Hard Rock Hotel Pooldeck

2011-04-22T14:57:00.000-07:00

Here are some shots of the Hard Rock Hotel in downtown San Diego done by Todd Seaboch and his crew. The pooldeck was textured, Water-based stained and sealed ... and just in time for a wedding! Looks great, check it out next time you are in the area.

Beautiful Pool Deck

2011-04-07T11:39:00.000-07:00

Just in time for summer, here we have a great looking Texture Crete pool deck with a flagstone and colorwash finish. The flagstone compliments the rock wall and pool edge nicely. Check out that view! Did you know that for added safety around the pool you can have a fine sand broadcasted in to the finish for more skid resistance? Many customer opt for the added safety feature of the sand on areas such as pool decks.

New Interior Finishes

2011-04-01T09:26:00.000-07:00

Today we had a seminar showing our professional installers techniques in applying our new interior finishes. These new finishes will be another option for your interior floor. We regularly take the time to refresh our knowledge and improve our skills. This is just one of many demos we do that ensures our installers are on the cutting edge in this industry. If you are interested in a custom look for your interior floor, give us a call for a free estimate today!

Urban Chic

2011-03-15T13:13:00.000-07:00

The Hold It store in San Diego gets a modern makeover. Click to read the entire article on Concrete Network.

Making Concrete Beautiful

2011-02-22T20:34:00.000-08:00

Check out this article featuring a beautiful custom Liquid Dazzle floor, Making Concrete Beautiful.

Hot job in La Jolla!

2010-12-15T13:57:00.000-08:00

Check out this beautiful exterior done by Scott Tischler located 464 Prospect in La Jolla. Acid Stain in Bronze was chosen to spruce up these million dollar condos. Scott's crew prepped, stained and sealed the existing concrete to get this look.

Transformation

2010-12-06T12:24:00.000-08:00

This pool deck was transformed from ugly concrete to a beautiful flagstone finish by Scott Tischler. Check out the view from Mt. Helix!

A beautiful view!

2010-12-06T12:11:00.000-08:00

Check out this beautiful deck done by Jeff Marshall...

We never know who might stop by...

2010-11-26T11:00:00.000-08:00

Gil Koury got a special visitor at the last HMA table top he did this Fall. Looks like Shamu was checking out some Texture-Crete, maybe for his pool deck?

Hot Job: Sandy Paws Animal Clinic

2010-11-04T09:17:00.000-07:00

Take a look at this beautiful floor in Carlsbad done by project manager Larin Felker. He and his crew worked closely with the veterinarian at Sandy Paws and her design team to create the look. Larin's crew removed the existing tile, ground the concrete to expose the aggregate, then stained and sealed the entire clinic including the lobby, examination, and shower area.

Welcome Back Todd!

2010-06-03T15:23:00.000-07:00

We want to officially welcome Todd Seaboch back to our sales installation team. As a project manager, Todd will be specializing on developing the custom interior work that he has become known for with his previous business Concrete Craftsmen.

Todd will bring with him his refined processes for flooring, custom casting, and countertops. His techniques will play an intricate role in our interior campaign and Todd will be able to offer training for both Life Deck Coating Installations and to our sister company Westcoat Specialty Coatings.

We are looking forward to pairing Todd and crew chief Darius Gross together to build up our interior design muscle and we are excited about this venture.

New Blog for Life Deck Coating Installations

2010-06-03T14:21:00.000-07:00

We will be using this blog to make announcements and to share our Jobs To See from around San Diego County. Check back often and call us for all your concrete coating and waterproof deck coating needs!