Why DIY Epoxy Floor Coatings Don’t Hold Up in Michigan Weather
If you’re thinking about applying DIY epoxy floor coatings in your Michigan garage, it’s time to reconsider. Between harsh winters, humid summers, and constant freeze-thaw cycles, a store-bought kit simply canโt withstand what Michigan throws at it.
Most DIY kits are water-based or solvent-based, which means:
- Low durability and poor adhesion
- Thin, uneven coverage
- Inadequate moisture mitigation against ground vapor and melting snow
By contrast, Garage Floor Coating of Michigan installs professional-grade 100%-solids, moisture-mitigating epoxy as its base coatโa formula that doesn’t evaporate or shrink, leaving a thick, bonded base coat thatโs built to endure.
Prep Isnโt OptionalโItโs Critical
One of the biggest differences between a failed DIY job and a flawless professional finish? Surface preparation. Most DIY-ers apply coatings over unprepared concrete, ignoring cracks, contaminants, and moisture issues.
Our professional team in Midland uses:
- Industrial diamond grinders to properly profile the concrete
- Specialized repair materials to fill cracks and spalls
- Substrate testing to identify any potential moisture-vapor transmission
This level of detail is the foundation of a long-lasting epoxy floor coatingโsomething no DIY kit can offer.
GFC’s 2-Day Process Delivers Professional Results
At Garage Floor Coating of Michigan, we donโt rush the job. Our 2-day system ensures every step is done right:
- Day 1: Concrete prep and application of our 100%-solids, moisture-mitigating epoxy base
- Day 1: Broadcast of the customer-selected flake blend
- Day 2: Two 100%-solids topcoats of durable polyaspartic for strength and style
The result is a seamless, high-performance floor that resists everything from road salt to oil stains.
DIY Can Cost You More in the Long Run
Most DIY epoxy floors fail within a year or two, and removing those failed coatings before a professional install adds extra cost. Skip the hassle.
Trust Garage Floor Coating of Michigan to do it right the first time. Contact us for a free estimate and learn why our epoxy floor coatings are the best in the state.