Myth: DIY Epoxy Floor Coatings Are “Good Enough” for a Garage
It’s tempting to believe that a quick DIY epoxy floor coating kit is all you need. After all, it’s just a garage—how hard can it be? That mindset leads many Moorestown-area homeowners to roll the dice on a product that just won’t last.
Reality: Cheap Kits Deliver Cheap Results
Most DIY epoxy kits sold in New Jersey are water-based and thin. They may look decent on day one, but within months, the problems begin:
- Peeling in high-traffic areas
- Bubbles from moisture trapped underneath
- Visible tire marks and staining
At Garage Floor Coating of New Jersey, we use 100%-solids, moisture-mitigating epoxy floor coatings that deliver industrial-level performance. No shrinkage. No shortcuts. Just a thick, bonded layer that stands up to real use.
Myth: You Don’t Need to Grind the Floor—Just Clean It
DIY instructions often skip or downplay surface prep. But in our humid, four-season climate, prep is absolutely critical.
Reality: Prep Makes or Breaks the Coating
Our professional team uses diamond grinders to properly profile the surface and ensure strong adhesion. We also:
- Repair cracks and pitting
- Test for moisture-vapor transmission
- Eliminate anything that could cause delamination
Without these steps, your coating will fail—fast.
Why GFC’s 2-Day System Works
Garage Floor Coating of New Jersey delivers results that last with our 2-day system:
- Day 1: Concrete grinding, crack repair, and application of the thick, 100%-solids moisture-mitigating epoxy base coat
- Day 1: Broadcasting of the chosen flake blend into the base coat in a full-flake spread
- Day 2: Two 100%-solids polyaspartic topcoats for enhanced durability and gloss
The difference? A professional hybrid polyaspartic and epoxy floor coating that performs for years—not weeks.
DIY Epoxy Floor: Don’t Settle for a Temporary Fix
DIY might seem like a time-saver, but you’ll pay more when it fails. Get it done right the first time.
Call Garage Floor Coating of New Jersey for a free quote and see why real epoxy floor coatings are worth the investment.