Polyurethane Flakes vs metallic epoxy floor
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dcg9381
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Legacy industrial is a supporting vendor, I've bought from them quite a bit and have referred friends. Check out their gallery, I see similar things and they can tell you exactly what was used. https://www.legacyindustrial.co/photo-gallery/
I'm a polyurea guy myself as it's cheaper than epoxy, easier to apply, and has really proven to be durable for me. You can do it in traditional "epoxy flake" (clear over flakes) if you want.
I'm a polyurea guy myself as it's cheaper than epoxy, easier to apply, and has really proven to be durable for me. You can do it in traditional "epoxy flake" (clear over flakes) if you want.
Metallic systems are fine for light duty applications i.e. parking cars, bikes, lawn mowers and man-caves (can we still say that? 
). If you'll be turning wrenches, using jacks and jack stands etc. a full flake high-build epoxy floor is tough to beat from a durability standpoint. Regarding 1/8" flakes, I tend to stay with 1/4" flakes, the smaller flakes can get too small (almost a dust) and the overall look can get somewhat muddy looking especially with a color selection like Wombat.
). If you'll be turning wrenches, using jacks and jack stands etc. a full flake high-build epoxy floor is tough to beat from a durability standpoint. Regarding 1/8" flakes, I tend to stay with 1/4" flakes, the smaller flakes can get too small (almost a dust) and the overall look can get somewhat muddy looking especially with a color selection like Wombat.Thank you appreciate the help. What's the price difference? One more than the other?Metallic systems are fine for light duty applications i.e. parking cars, bikes, lawn mowers and man-caves (can we still say that?
No price difference between 1/8" and 1/4" (from us anyway) but there may be a lead time associated with 1/8" flakes as we do not maintain lots of inventory of them. The price per gallon for a metallic or high-build epoxy system is very close, the difference is that you really need more materials for a proper metallic system. The primer and final clear coat are the same for either system, but the body coat minimum thickness for a metallic system needs to be roughly twice that of the traditional flake floor as the metallics need to be able to "swim" for best effect. We offer two styles of metallic systems but you'd need to contact me directly for more info as they are not yet available through our website.
Garage Flooring
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I am not a fan of metallic in working garages. They are great for show garages, but IMHO that is it. A full flake Polyurea or epoxy floor would be much stronger
Shea
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Metallic garage floors are beautiful! However, the dust that can easily be seen, the scratches that are absolutely highlighted, and the constant cleaning because it always looks dirty are not.
Andy Smith Jr.
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Full flake is easier then metallic. I've read a lot of reviews on epoxy vs polyurea as basecoat and general consensus says epoxy is best option due to better adhesion and moisture resistance. There's several vendors here that have some awesome DIY Flake Kits.
I agree with what has been posted:
Flake for a working garage or any garage if you prefer that look. Flake can sort of disguise abuse.
Metallic in a show garage where you want pretty. Metallic can be visually stunning, but in a working garage it can highlight abuse.
Flake for a working garage or any garage if you prefer that look. Flake can sort of disguise abuse.
Metallic in a show garage where you want pretty. Metallic can be visually stunning, but in a working garage it can highlight abuse.
LegacyIndustrial
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Metallic for the SHOW!! Flake for the WORK!
Metallics are not great for 'working' garages which most GJ Members would be considered. The high reflectivity and high gloss show EVERYTHING so any scratches or marks really show up and don't look great. Metallics are great for basements, man caves, etc, but we normally don't recommend them for reasonably-used garges.