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Why DIY Epoxy Garage Floor Kits Fail (and What to Do If Yours Is Peeling)

Justin Hamilton

Published on: 11/11/2026

DIY epoxy kits fail for four predictable reasons: acid etching, thin coating, hot tire pickup, and moisture. Here is how to diagnose yours and what a real fix takes.

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