Epoxy Floor Flakes: Your Guide to Available Finishes

Epoxy floor flakes are coloured pieces of vinyl scattered into the resin before the protective topcoat is applied. The result hides small imperfections in the concrete, gives a clean, textured look, and comes in several coverage densities depending on the effect you're after. It's one of three finishes we install at Époxy Québec Pro, alongside metallic and quartz.

What are epoxy floor flakes, exactly

Flakes aren't the whole floor. They're a decorative element added while the resin is being applied, before the whole thing gets sealed with a polyaspartic topcoat. Vinyl holds up well to wear and pairs with almost any base colour, giving you a floor that looks finished, not just painted.

This finish works well when you want to:

• Camouflage minor irregularities in the concrete
• A look that doesn't read as a plain concrete slab
• A texture that helps hide dust and dirt between cleanings

Coverage styles: from subtle to fully saturated

The final look mostly comes down to how much flake is broadcast into the resin. At Époxy Québec Pro, we adjust this based on what the client wants the end result to look like:

• Light broadcast: a few flakes scattered here and there, with the base colour still clearly visible. A more understated look, often chosen for basements or quieter residential spaces.
• Partial broadcast: medium coverage that adds visual depth without feeling busy.
• Full saturation: near-maximum coverage, giving a more textured, uniform look. Often requested for garages or commercial spaces where a bolder finish is the goal.

There's no universal "right" level. It depends on the style of the room and how the floor will be used. It's one of the things we go over with you before work begins.

Epoxy flakes: understanding the options before you choose

When people talk about epoxy flakes or flocon epoxy, they're always talking about the same base material: durable vinyl, cut into small pieces, mixed into the resin. But the options around it change the final result:

• Flake size: smaller flakes give a finer, more subtle grain, while larger flakes create a bolder, more visible texture.
• Mixed colours: several shades can be blended together for a richer look, or you can stick to a single tone for a more understated result.
• Contrast with the base: a light flake on a dark base (or vice versa) makes the texture stand out, while a tone close to the base gives a more uniform effect.

There's no right or wrong choice here, just what suits the space and what you want to see when you walk into the room. If you have a specific idea in mind, or just a photo for inspiration, mention it when you request your quote, it helps us suggest the right mix.

Flakes, metallic or quartz: how to decide

The three finishes we offer answer different needs:

• Vinyl flakes: the most versatile option, with a solid balance of look and upkeep, and it adapts to almost any space.
• Hand-poured metallic: a unique marbled effect, with every floor having its own pattern. More often chosen for a high-end look in a visible room.
• Double-broadcast quartz: a more textured, slip-resistant finish, often requested for commercial spaces or areas with heavier traffic.

If you're torn between the three, the best move is to describe your space and how it'll be used. We can tell you honestly which one makes sense for your situation, rather than steering you toward whichever costs the most. Request your quote and we'll figure it out together.

Where this finish works well

Flakes install just as well in residential as in commercial settings:

• Garage: stands up to salt, oil and tire traffic, as long as the concrete was properly prepared beforehand.
• Basement: gives a clean, low-maintenance finish to a space that's often neglected.
• Commercial space: a good choice for a shop or office looking for a seamless, finished floor without grout lines or tiles.
• Workshop: more durable than ordinary floor paint when it comes to impacts and mild chemicals.

Whatever the use, the foundation stays the same: properly prepared concrete, diamond-ground, with no residual moisture. Without that, no finish holds up, flakes or otherwise.

Epoxy flooring in Lévis and the greater Quebec City area

Whether your project is in Lévis, Sainte-Marie or elsewhere in the greater Quebec City area, the finishing process stays the same: diamond grinding, concrete repair if needed, applying the resin with the chosen flakes, then the protective polyaspartic topcoat. Our full team handles every step, without subcontracting out any part of the work.

What changes from one project to the next isn't the method, it's the starting condition of the concrete and the area to cover. A residential garage and a commercial floor don't require the same amount of prep time, even if the finished flake look ends up similar. If you're in the Lévis or Sainte-Marie area and want to know exactly what your floor needs, request your quote and tell us about your space.

What affects the price

We won't quote a number here, because every floor is different. What really drives the cost:

• The current state of the concrete (cracks, moisture, old coating to remove)
• The total area to cover
• The finish chosen (flake, metallic or quartz)
• The amount of prep work needed before application

A cracked garage floor needs more prep work than a clean, new slab. That's why we visit the site or go over the details with you before giving a firm price. Get your free quote to find out exactly what your project needs.

Maintenance and how it holds up over time

A properly installed flake floor doesn't need complicated upkeep: regular sweeping and the occasional wash with warm water is usually enough. At Époxy Québec Pro, everything is done by our own team, from diamond grinding to the polyaspartic topcoat, with no subcontracting. Our floors come with a 10-year warranty, which reflects our confidence in the prep and installation, not just the product itself.

Related reading:

• Metallic Epoxy Flooring in Quebec City: Hand-Troweled Finish Explained
• Chemical-Resistant Garage Floor Coatings
• When to Apply Polyaspartic with Flakes in an Epoxy Floor