Cheap Kits, Costly Mistakes: Why DIY Epoxy Floor Coatings Fail in the Desert
Thinking of tackling your garage floor yourself with a DIY epoxy kit? Homeowners across Phoenix are tempted by the promise of low-cost upgrades—but these epoxy floor coatings kits almost always fail. Why? It comes down to poor product quality, lack of prep, and short-lived results.
Most DIY kits available in stores are water-based and contain low concentrations of solids. That means:
- Thin coverage that wears down fast
- Minimal durability and poor moisture mitigation
- No protection against the extreme Phoenix heat
On the other hand, GarageFloorCoating.com (Phoenix) uses a 100%-solids, moisture-mitigating epoxy coating as its direct-to-concrete base coat. It’s industrial-grade, designed to last, and engineered to handle high temperatures, tire pressure, and heavy use.
Surface Prep Is the Secret—And Most DIY Jobs Skip It
Coating performance starts with proper prep, and that’s where DIY jobs miss the mark entirely. DIYers typically roll coatings over dusty concrete or unfilled cracks. The result? Peeling, bubbling, and costly repairs.
Our Phoenix-based GFC crews use:
- Diamond grinders to profile the slab
- Crack repair products that restore integrity
- Moisture testing and remediation when needed
This thorough prep ensures your epoxy floor coating actually bonds with the concrete—something a DIY kit can’t deliver.
Our 2-Day Process Makes All the Difference
Forget 1-day rush jobs. GFC’s proven 2-day system is what makes our floors stand out:
- Day 1: Surface is prepped, then a thick, moisture-mitigating 100%-solids epoxy base coat is applied
- Day 1: Into the base coat, the customer-selected flake blend is broadcast
- Day 2: Two layers of durable 100%-solids polyaspartic are added for unmatched protection and shine
The result? A seamless, professional-grade epoxy floor coating that looks amazing and performs even better.
Don’t Pay Twice—Do It Right the First Time
Many Phoenix homeowners spend more fixing failed DIY floors than they would have spent hiring a pro in the first place. Don’t waste your time or money.
Get it done right the first time with GarageFloorCoating.com (Phoenix). Contact us today for a free quote—and discover what expert-installed epoxy floor coatings can really do for your garage.