What Epoxy Flooring Do I Need?

First things first: epoxy flooring is not paint. While many branded products might use the term “epoxy paint,” true epoxy flooring is a professional-grade coating—a chemical compound formed by mixing epoxy resin with a hardener, resulting in a durable, high-performance surface

4 Types of epoxy coating

Here are the top options for epoxy floors:

1. Plain Epoxy Coating – A solid-colour epoxy base that delivers a sleek, glossy surface.

2. Partial Flake Epoxy Coating – Lightly scattered flakes for a speckled, low‐density effect.

3. Full Flake Epoxy Coating – Fully saturated flakes for a textured, durable finish.

4. Metallic Epoxy Coating – Decorative swirls and finishes that capture light and add depth.

Plain Epoxy

Partial Flake Epoxy

Full Flake Epoxy

Marble Epoxy

Key Considerations When Choosing Your Epoxy Floor

1. What’s the Traffic Load?

• Light traffic (e.g., foot traffic or occasional car): go partial flake or single-colour.

• Heavy-duty wear (e.g., SUVs, machinery): full flake systems offer far better durability.

2. Climate Exposure
Harsh weather and outdoor vehicle use expose floors to moisture, grit, and temperature fluctuations. Full flake coatings resist wear and hide dirt naturally.

3. Intended Appearance

• Showroom finish? Be cautious: single-colour finishes reveal every flaw in the concrete slab unless it's perfectly prepped.

• Retail or commercial? Full flake hides imperfections yet remains attractive.

4. Quality of Your Concrete Slab
If the slab is uneven or has visible patchwork, single-colour and metallic coatings will accentuate flaws, potentially adding extra costs for grinding or leveling.

5. Maintenance Expectations
High-gloss single-colour floors look stunning but require diligent cleaning to avoid tire marks and dirt buildup. Flake systems—especially full flake—offer a more forgiving, low-maintenance finish.

Make sure you know the answer to how much load your floor will endure. Then consider your budget and how good your slab is. Finally do you want hassle free or a high maintenance floor? Once you have these answers sorted it’s easy to work out which floor is perfect for you.