Standard epoxy is the wrong product outdoors — it ambers in sunlight and turns slick when wet. A UV-stable topcoat, a textured system or rubber flexstone will serve a Carolina patio far better.
Nearly every failed coating traces back to the same causes: no diamond grinding, moisture rising through the slab, or coating applied straight over old sealer and glue.
The right commercial system depends on what hits the floor: forklifts, grease and hot water, chemicals, or customer foot traffic. Downtime and slip resistance usually matter more than color.
