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Old 04-03-02, 05:26   #2 (permalink)
BradE
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In reality no DIY floor is any good. They all will peel and lift under hot tires. But, a 2 part epoxy is what you want to use. Prep is the key, your floor must be spotless. And I mean that literally. To do the job right you need to etch the floor with muratic acid. This can be dangerous, and the fumes can be overwhelming, not something I would recommend for the DIY'er. But, if you do try it I would highly recommend wearing a breathing device. Also wear some type of protective boots (so acid does not eat through your shoes) and long pants and sleeves.

I tried several DIY floor kits, and none were worth the money. Even the best one I tried only lasted 6 months then it was shot. Finally a friend of mine who is a contractor did the job for me. He did the whole thing, sanded the floor and in some spots even grinding, and then acid etched. He used some industrial 2 part epoxy that was around $113/gallon. The cost was worth it, I have not had a single problem with the floor and it looks just as good as the day it was painted.
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