Decorative Flake Flooring in Tempe, AZ

Custom color blends
Textured grip

Decorative flake flooring is the most popular finish for Tempe garages for good reason. Colored vinyl chips broadcast into the base coat create a speckled, granite-like look that hides dust and tire marks, adds texture underfoot, and holds up to years of daily use.

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Understanding the service

What decorative flake flooring involves

A flake system starts with a ground and primed slab. A pigmented base coat is applied and flakes are broadcast into it while it's wet — either a light scatter or a full broadcast that covers the floor completely. After curing, excess flakes are scraped and vacuumed off.

One or two clear topcoats then lock in the flakes and create the final texture. A full broadcast with a UV-stable topcoat is our go-to for Arizona garages because it's thick, forgiving and resists yellowing.

Bright hallway with a speckled, terrazzo-style flake floor

Benefits

Why choose decorative flake flooring

Hides dirt and imperfections

The multi-color pattern camouflages dust, small chips and minor slab flaws.

Built-in texture

Flakes add grip compared to a plain gloss coat, and anti-slip additives can boost it further.

Thick and durable

A full-broadcast system builds substantial thickness for impact and abrasion resistance.

Endless color blends

Choose from neutral grays and tans to bold custom blends that match your home or brand.

Where it fits

Applications and system options

Common applications

Residential garages
Patios and covered outdoor areas
Laundry and utility rooms
Locker rooms and break rooms
Retail and light commercial spaces

Materials & system options

Full broadcast (complete flake coverage)
Partial / light broadcast for a subtler look
Flake size: 1/4", 1/8" or micro blends
Polyaspartic or polyurea clear topcoat
Anti-slip media in the topcoat

How it's installed

Our installation process

01
Pick your blend

We bring flake samples so you can see colors against your space and lighting.
02
Grind & repair

The slab is diamond ground, cracks are repaired and the floor is vacuumed clean.
03
Base coat

A pigmented base coat matched to your flake blend is rolled out evenly.
04
Broadcast flakes

Flakes are broadcast to rejection, then scraped and vacuumed once cured.
05
Clear topcoat

One or two clear coats seal the flakes and set the final texture.

Local considerations

Installing in Tempe, Arizona

Monsoon dust and dirt tracked in from Tempe yards show up quickly on solid-color floors. Flake systems are far more forgiving between cleanings, and pairing them with a UV-stable topcoat keeps colors true in garages that sit open to the sun.

Monsoon dust
UV exposure
Tracked-in dirt
Texture & grip

Before you start

Planning considerations

Look at flake samples in your actual space — colors shift under garage lighting.
Decide between full and partial broadcast; full broadcast hides more and adds thickness.
Ask about texture level if the floor gets wet often.
Clear the space and plan for cure time before parking.

Why it matters

Why professional installation matters

A flake floor only looks right when the broadcast is even, the excess is fully removed and the topcoat is the right thickness. Too little topcoat leaves the floor rough and hard to clean; too much buries the texture. Experience matters here.

Crew applying a floor coating across a large industrial space

Hiring tips

Choosing a contractor in Tempe, AZ

Ask whether they do a full or partial broadcast, and why.
Confirm the topcoat product and number of coats.
Look at close-up photos of their finished flake texture.
Ask what happens to the leftover flakes and cleanup.

Talk it through with us

We'll look at your slab, explain the options honestly and give you a clear written quote — no pressure. Call (602) 419-4190 or request a callback.

Service areas

Where we install decorative flake flooring

We serve Tempe and nearby communities across Maricopa County. Call to confirm coverage for your address.

Tempe
Phoenix
Mesa
Chandler
Gilbert
Scottsdale
Glendale
Maricopa County

FAQ

Decorative Flake Flooring questions

What's the difference between full and partial broadcast?

Full broadcast covers the base coat completely with flakes for maximum durability and pattern. Partial broadcast scatters fewer flakes so more of the base color shows through.

Are flake floors slippery?

They have more texture than plain gloss epoxy. We can add anti-slip aggregate to the topcoat for extra traction.

Can I choose custom colors?

Yes. Manufacturers offer dozens of standard blends, and custom blends are possible for larger projects.

Does a flake floor hide stains?

The speckled pattern hides dust, tire marks and minor imperfections much better than a solid color.

How long does a flake floor take to install?

Most garages are completed in one to two days, depending on prep and the topcoat used.

Will the flakes fade?

Vinyl flakes are sealed under a clear topcoat. A UV-stable topcoat helps protect the colors in sunny areas.

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