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Commercial & Industrial Full Flake Epoxy Flooring
Great Compressive Strength- Thermal Shock Resistant- ADA-Compliant Slip Resistance
Decorative Flake Flooring Systems | Industrial-Grade Resinous Floors
Transform dull concrete into a seamless, high-performance surface with custom decorative flake flooring systems. Designed for commercial, industrial, and institutional environments, full-broadcast epoxy flake floors combine multi-layered impact strength with an attractive terrazzo-like finish.
Since 1988, our team of experienced resinous flooring contractors has engineered customized multi-coat epoxy systems built to withstand extreme traffic, harsh sanitizing chemicals, and continuous wear.
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What is Epoxy Flake Flooring?
Seamless & Non-Porous Sanitation: Eliminates grout lines and seams where dirt, moisture, and bacteria hide, providing a sterile surface for pharmaceutical cleanrooms and lab environments.
Impact & Abrasion Protection: The multi-layered broadcast construction acts as a cushion, absorbing impacts from dropped tools, rolling carts, and material-handling traffic.
Customizable Traction: Variable slip-resistant aggregates (such as aluminum oxide or glass spheres) can be embedded into the topcoat to meet OSHA and ADA anti-slip standards.
UV Stability & Chemical Resistance: Sealed with non-yellowing polyaspartic or urethane topcoats to withstand chemical spills, oils, and sunlight exposure.
Commercial & Industrial Applications
While standard single-coat paints fail under heavy usage, full-broadcast flake systems excel in high-traffic commercial and industrial zones:
Automotive Showrooms & Service Bays: Impervious to hot tires, brake fluids, road salts, and heavy vehicle jacks.
Commercial Restrooms & Locker Rooms: Waterproof, hygienic surfaces with integral cove base options to ensure seamless floor-to-wall washdowns.
Schools, Corridors & Educational Facilities: High-durability finish that withstands foot traffic and daily maintenance without needing routine waxing.
Veterinary Clinics & Animal Care: Non-porous coating that resists animal waste, aggressive sanitizing solutions, and frequent moisture exposure.
The Precision Installation Process
A long-lasting flake floor relies entirely on mechanical substrate preparation and systematic layer application:
Substrate Preparation & Concrete Repair: We mechanically grind or shot-blast the concrete slab to achieve the proper Concrete Surface Profile (CSP), repairing spalled joints and cracks with semi-rigid epoxy fillers.
Primer & Basecoat Application: A deep-penetrating primer or epoxy moisture vapor barrier is applied to seal the slab, followed by a pigmented, high-solids epoxy basecoat.
Full Flake Broadcast: Customized vinyl flakes (1/16″, 1/8″, or 1/4″ sizes) are broadcast to 100% saturation into the wet epoxy basecoat.
Scrape & Seal Topcoat: After curing, excess flakes are reclaimed, the floor is scraped to a uniform texture, and protective topcoats are applied to seal the system.
Frequently Asked Questions About Flake Flooring
What exactly is flake flooring?
Flake flooring is an epoxy broadcast system where decorative flakes are applied to a resin-based coating. This creates a seamless, non-porous surface that combines industrial-strength durability with a “terrazzo-type” aesthetic.
How does flake flooring perform in demanding environments?
These systems are built for performance. They are “first in class” for durability, capable of handling heavy traffic and providing excellent chemical resistance. Because they are seamless, they avoid the pitfalls of staining or damage from spills that often affect other surfaces.
What is the difference between full-flake epoxy and polyaspartic systems?
While they look similar, polyaspartic flake systems offer faster curing times, better UV stability (preventing yellowing), and slightly higher chemical resistance. HPS Floors notes there is a slight upcharge for polyaspartic, but the benefits often provide significant value for specific client needs.
Can flake flooring be installed over existing tile?
Yes, provided the existing surface is well-bonded. The process requires proper mechanical preparation—including abrasion, creating a profile, removing old coving, and applying a primer—to ensure the substrate meets the manufacturer’s adhesion requirements.
What are the maintenance requirements for these floors?
One of the key benefits is low maintenance. No waxing is required; regular sweeping and mopping are sufficient to keep the floor in top condition. The flake flooring system is specifically designed to be stain-resistant and easy to sanitize.