Decorative acrylic colored flakes incorporated in epoxy and polyurethane floor and wall systems

A range of colored acrylic flakes incorporated in the epoxy and polyurethane floor and wall systems to provide a decorative and textured alternative to conventional floor and wall coverings.

Our epoxy flakes are colorful, tough, low-maintenance, seamless, durable coating system, components for floor, wall, and other surfaces for commercial, institutional and domestic areas of application.

Typical Application Examples

• Topping of new floor surfaces or refurbishment of old floor substrates;
• Decorative coating for internal walls;
• Recommended for decorative floor and wall systems used in carious commercial, institutional and domestics areas if application such as malls, shops, offices, showrooms, community centers, etc.

Technical Characteristics

• Seamless surface;
• Water-resistant;
• High resistance to wearing, great for traffic areas;
• Available in four flake sizes: micro, small, large, and extra large;
• Available in 10 pre-blended colored flakes.

Application Procedure

Preparing the substrate

Surfaces should be structurally sound, clean and free from loose particles, oil, grease, or any other contaminants. Existing floor and wall coverings such as tiles. paint, plaster should be well-bonded onto the substrate.

Concrete surfaces to receive the Epoxy Flake System shall be prepared by vacuum shot blasting, grit blasting or such other effective methods which enhance good adhesion.

Technical Data (typical values)

Product Identity

Product form: Pre-blended flakes

Color availability:

• Black
• White
• Midnight Blue
• Pastel Blue
• Tropical Blue
• Mint Green
• Pastel Blue
• Pastel Cream
• Pastel Grey 1
• Paster Grey 2

Size availability:

Micro (1/8 in. = 3.175 mm)
Small (1/4 in. = 6.35 mm)
Large (1/2 in. = 12.7 mm)
Extra Large (1 in. = 25.4 mm)

Existing tiles need to be cleaned using suitable detergent. After cleaning, the tiles need to be grinned with diamond grinder machine to roughen the surface. All existing tile joints need to be filled and levelled with Primer. Old, loose, broken and brittle tiles and tile joints need to be removed and replaced with epoxy mortar-quartz mix using binder mixed with quartz using a resin: quartz sand mixing ration of approximately 1:9.

Priming the substrate

Mix the components of Primer with a low-speed mechanical stirrer until a homogeneous mix is obtained. Add the Color Paste and re-mix until homogeneous. Apply onto the substrate using a brush or roller at a consumption of approximately 0.30 – 0.50 kg/m2 and let it reach touch-dry condition.

Application of the basecoat and Flakes

Mix the components of floor with a low-speed mechanical stirrer until a homogeneous mix is obtained. Add the Color Paste and mix until homogeneous. Apply using a roller at a consumption of approximately 0.20 – 0.30 kg/m2. While the basecoat is still wet, broadcast the flakes over the surface (the amount of flakes to be broadcast will depend on the desired finish).

Let it cure for 12 – 16 hours at 30 degree. Scrape the surface of the flakes using a metal scraper and remove all loose and unbonded flakes. Lightly sand protruding flakes to ensure an even surface.

Application of the sealing coat

Mix the components of floor until a homogeneous mix is obtained. Apply 1 coat using a roller onto the flakes and allow to dry for 6 hours at 30 degrees.

Application of the finishing coat

For a textured gloss finish: Apply 1 coat of floor using a roller onto the flakes. Allow to dry for 24 hours.

For a textured matt finish: Apply 1 – 2 coats of floor (observe overcoating interval of the product). Allow to dry for 24 hours.

For a smooth gloss finish: Apply 1 mm self-levelling coat of floor. Allow to dry for 24 hours.

For a smooth matt finish: Apply 1 mm self-levelling coat of epoxy floor and allow to dry for 24 hours. Lightly sand the surface and apply 1 – 2 coats of Floor Finish (observe overcoating interval of the product). Allow to dry for 24 hours.

Wall application

Apply the epoxy flakes system on walls the same procedure of floor application.

Consumption

Typical consumption of the Epoxy Flakes is 0.4 – 0.8 kg/m2; the actual consumption will depend on the size of the flakes used and the degree of flake density of the desired finish.

Packing

Available in 5 kg boxes.

Storage

Store in its original unopened packaging in a dry place.

Safety Instruction for preparation and application

Epoxy flake is an article and referring to the current regulations does not require the preparation of the material safety data sheet. During use it is recommended to wear gloves and goggles and follow the safety requirements of the workplace. Product for professional use.