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Tempe Epoxy Pros

Decorative Flake Flooring in Tempe, AZ

Decorative flake flooring in Tempe, AZ for garages and patios, with slip-resistant texture and custom color blends. Free estimates available.

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Serving Tempe and nearby communities.

Decorative flake flooring layers color chips into a pigmented base coat, giving a garage or patio a textured, speckled finish that also hides minor surface imperfections better than a solid color coat. It's a popular upgrade in Tempe's condo and townhome communities where curb appeal and resale value matter as much as durability. Tempe Epoxy Pros offers a range of flake blends and clear topcoat finishes, from subtle neutral tones to bolder multi-color combinations.

Because the flake layer sits under a clear protective topcoat, the color doesn't wear away the way a painted floor eventually does, and the slightly textured surface adds traction underfoot.

What's included

What's Included With Decorative Flake Flooring

Typically included: surface grinding, pigmented base coat, flake broadcast, scrape and smooth pass, clear topcoat seal.

Optional: metallic flake accents, matte finish sealer instead of gloss, anti-slip grit blended into the topcoat.

Customer prep: clear the garage or patio completely and select a flake color blend ahead of the install date.

How it works

How Our Decorative Flake Flooring Process Works

  1. Design Consultation photo
    Step 1

    Design Consultation

    Color and flake pattern options are reviewed to match the desired look.

  2. Surface Preparation photo
    Step 2

    Surface Preparation

    The concrete is ground and cleaned to ensure proper coating adhesion.

  3. Base Coat Application photo
    Step 3

    Base Coat Application

    A pigmented base coat is applied as the foundation for the flake layer.

  4. Flake Broadcast photo
    Step 4

    Flake Broadcast

    Decorative flakes are broadcast by hand or machine across the wet coating.

  5. Scrape & Smooth photo
    Step 5

    Scrape & Smooth

    Excess flakes are scraped away to create a smooth, even surface texture.

  6. Clear Topcoat Seal photo
    Step 6

    Clear Topcoat Seal

    A clear protective topcoat locks in the flakes and adds durability.

Materials

Materials and Methods for Decorative Flake Flooring

  • Multi-Color Flake Chips photo

    Multi-Color Flake Chips

    A blend of colored chips creates a decorative, speckled flooring appearance suited to garages and patios.

  • Pigmented Base Epoxy photo

    Pigmented Base Epoxy

    A tinted base coat provides the background color for the flake design.

  • Clear Polyurethane Topcoat photo

    Clear Polyurethane Topcoat

    A clear finish adds gloss and protects the decorative flake layer from fading in direct sun.

  • Metallic Flake Accent photo

    Metallic Flake Accent

    Metallic flakes add shimmer and depth for a more upgraded showroom-style look.

  • Matte Finish Sealer photo

    Matte Finish Sealer

    A matte sealer option offers a non-reflective, understated finish for indoor-adjacent garage spaces.

  • Anti-Slip Grit Blend photo

    Anti-Slip Grit Blend

    A grit additive mixed into the topcoat improves traction, useful near a pool-adjacent patio or entry.

Cost

What does a Decorative Flake Flooring cost in Tempe?

Pricing depends mostly on flake density, color blend complexity, and square footage. Call for a free estimate to get an exact number for your space.

Project typeTypical rangeWhat’s included
Standard 2-car garage, single flake blend$2,800–$4,500,grind, base coat, flake broadcast, clear topcoat.
Upgraded color blend or metallic accent$3,800–$6,000,premium flake mix plus gloss topcoat.
Patio flake system$2,200–$4,000,includes slip-resistant texture in the topcoat.
Add-on crack repair before flake install$300–$1,200depending on slab condition.

These are typical local ballparks — final cost depends on scope, materials, and site conditions. A free estimate gives you an accurate, itemized number for your home.

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Codes & permits

Permits and Codes for Decorative Flake Flooring

Permit rules vary by scope and jurisdiction. Verify with the City of Tempe before any commercial or structural work.

Typically needs a permitOften no permit
Commercial tenant improvement flake flooring tied to a broader remodelFlake coating over an existing residential garage slab
New concrete pours before flake coating is appliedFlake resurfacing of an existing patio

Before & after

Before and After Decorative Flake Flooring Results

  • Decorative Flake Flooring photo
    Before
  • Decorative Flake Flooring photo
    After

FAQs

Decorative Flake Flooring FAQs

How much does decorative flake flooring cost?

Most garage flake jobs run $2,800-$6,000 depending on flake density, color blend, and whether a metallic accent is added.

Does flake flooring hide cracks in the slab?

Minor imperfections are visually softened by the texture, but any real cracks still need to be repaired before coating, not hidden under it.

Is flake flooring slippery when wet?

The flake texture itself adds some traction, and an anti-slip grit additive in the topcoat is available for patios or pool-adjacent areas.

Can I choose a custom flake color blend?

There's a range of pre-blended colors and the option to combine chips for a custom look during the design consultation.

How long does the flake layer last?

A properly sealed flake floor with a clear topcoat typically holds its color and texture for many years under normal residential use.

Does flake flooring work on patios, not just garages?

It's a common upgrade for patios and pool decks when paired with a slip-resistant topcoat.

Next step

Get a Decorative Flake Flooring Estimate in Tempe

Call Tempe Epoxy Pros at +1 (928) 249-9538 for a free estimate on a flake flooring system for your garage or patio.

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