Story by Micaela Arnett / May 1, 2025

Garages in coastal homes often double as more than just parking spaces—they’re workshops, storage zones, or even bonus living areas. Choosing the right flooring is essential, not just for its durability, but also for maintaining a clean, elevated look that suits a home by the sea. Coastal Stone Flooring combines both function and form, providing a resilient surface that withstands humidity, salt air, and heavy use.


Built for Coastal Conditions

Unlike traditional concrete garage floors, Coastal Stone floors withstand the unique environmental challenges of a coastal climate beautifully. The material composition of this flooring resists corrosion from salty air and moisture, making it a wise long-term investment.

Textured to Prevent Slips

Humidity can make garage floors slick, especially in areas where rain and ocean spray are frequent. Coastal Stone Flooring provides a built-in texture that enhances safety while maintaining a refined look.

Aesthetic That Matches the Home

Stone flooring blurs the line between indoors and out. In coastal homes, it’s not uncommon for garages to open up to outdoor entertaining spaces. Using a cohesive material palette, it creates a seamless transition that adds value and visual appeal.

Easy to Maintain

Coastal Stone Floors are remarkably low-maintenance. Unlike painted or coated concrete, which can peel or stain, natural stone can be swept, mopped, or pressure-washed with minimal effort. 

 Coastal Customization 

Stone flooring allows homeowners to get creative with the layout. Some homeowners even mix shell aggregate into a poured stone floor to reflect their local shoreline.

Garage floors are often overlooked in coastal home design, but a well-chosen stone floor can redefine the space. With its blend of durability, safety, and seaside sophistication, Coastal Stone Flooring turns your garage into a clean, stylish extension of your home.

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Photography by Ruta Smith for Charleston Home + Design Magazine 

For more information, call Coastal Stone Flooring at (843) 273-6141 or visit coastalstonefloors.com.