However, epoxy isn't your only garage floor option -- far from it ... but picture the black-and-white checkerboard pattern that is often used on the floors of performance garages.

I haven't even had a car in this garage yet, but it's probably older than me, so a few oil stains had developed. Epoxy doesn't like ... and the white floors reflect a lot more light than the ...

Person applying epoxy garage floor coating with squeegee - Doralin Samuel Tunas/Shutterstock ...

Epoxy flooring isn't just for warehouses and hospitals anymore. Just ask designer James Saavedra, whose home boasts white epoxy floors that are as sleek and reflective as the Ralph Pucci gallery.