Why 1-Day and DIY Garage Floor Paint Won’t Last in Michigan Garages (and the Proven Fix)

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At first glance, DIY garage floor paint looks like a simple upgrade—roll it on and enjoy a new look. But in Michigan’s tough climate and high-traffic garages, DIY kits and 1-day installs don’t hold up. Here’s a breakdown of the biggest problems with garage floor paint and how a professional 2-day process solves them. The First Problem: Poor Adhesion in ... Read More

Thinking About an Epoxy Floor Coating? This Tool Lets You Visualize It in Your Home

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Choosing a new floor isn’t something you do every day. Between the styles, the installation options, and the lifetime of performance you expect, it pays to do a little research first. That’s where Garage Floor Coating of Michigan’s new Live Coatings Visualizer comes in—a simple, interactive way to see what your future epoxy floor coating could look like before you ... Read More

Waterproofing Basements in Michigan: The Smartest Move Before Fall Storms

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Michigan homeowners know that fall is anything but calm. One week it’s nonstop rain, the next it’s sleet or early snow. As temperatures drop, the freeze-thaw cycle sets in, making foundations especially vulnerable. Waterproofing basements before this cycle begins is the key to protecting your home long term. How Weather Damages Michigan Basements Water doesn’t need a large opening to ... Read More

Garage Floor Coatings: Why is prepping the concrete so important?

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Pros in the garage floor coating business talk about “concrete prep” all the time, but what does that actually mean? In short, it’s the process of getting the surface ready so the coating bonds to the concrete floor securely. Without it, even the best products won’t last. Whether it’s a residential garage or a large commercial floor, concrete preparation is ... Read More

Garage Flooring That Survives Sun, Salt, and Spills: What to Look For in a Coating

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In Michigan, your garage flooring has to work overtime. Winter brings salt and snowmelt. Summer delivers UV rays and humidity. And year-round, your garage handles spills, scrapes, and heavy traffic. That’s why the type of coating (and the process used to install it) makes all the difference. 2-Day vs. 1-Day: Why Time Matters At Garage Floor Coating of Michigan, we ... Read More

Top Residential Spaces for Epoxy Flooring in Your Michigan Home

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When most people think of epoxy flooring, they think “garage.” While that’s a smart place to start, it’s only the beginning. At Garage Floor Coating of Michigan, homeowners are discovering how epoxy flooring can enhance the look and durability of rooms across the entire house, not just the garage. A Cleaner Look in Kitchens and Mudrooms In Michigan, where rain, ... Read More

Homeowners: Don’t Fall for Fake Epoxy Flooring Promises

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When “Epoxy Flooring” Isn’t Really Epoxy at All If you live in Michigan, you’ve likely seen ads for 1-day garage coatings claiming to be “epoxy flooring.” But here’s the truth: most of those systems don’t contain any epoxy. Instead, they rely entirely on polyurea-polyaspartic coatings, from base coat to top coat. These materials cure very quickly—allowing the system to be ... Read More

Why Polyaspartic Floor Coatings Alone Won’t Protect Your Garage

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In Michigan, freeze-thaw cycles, snowmelt, and high humidity mean garage floors face constant moisture challenges. But many 1-day coating companies skip the critical first step in moisture mitigation: applying a 100%-solids epoxy floor coating primer before laying down a polyaspartic floor coating. Michigan Moisture: The Enemy of Long-Term Durability Concrete naturally absorbs moisture from below the slab, especially in climates ... Read More

Why Homeowners Shouldn’t Trust 1-Day Claims About Garage Floor Epoxy

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Across Michigan, 1-day coating companies are making a bold claim: “Our coatings are 4 to 20 times stronger than epoxy!”. Sounds impressive—until you realize they’re not talking about professional-grade garage floor epoxy like we use at Garage Floor Coating of Michigan. They’re comparing to watered-down DIY kits sold in hardware stores. Let’s unpack what they’re really offering—and what they’re not. They’re ... Read More

Garage Flooring Solutions for Your Workshop

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In Michigan, where workshops are as common as snow in winter, having a reliable and durable workspace is essential. Garage Floor Coating of Michigan offers professional hybrid epoxy and polyaspartic garage flooring solutions that transform ordinary garages into extraordinary workshops. Whether you're a hobbyist or a professional, the right flooring can make all the difference.​ Durability That Stands Up to ... Read More