Metallic Epoxy Flooring Chicago
Create a floor with flowing color, metallic shimmer, and visual depth.
High Class Epoxy LLC installs custom metallic epoxy flooring for residential and commercial spaces throughout Chicago and the North Shore.
From subtle marble-inspired patterns to dramatic multicolor designs, every installation has its own character.
What Is Metallic Epoxy Flooring?
Metallic epoxy flooring combines high-solids epoxy resin with metallic pigments to create flowing patterns and a three-dimensional appearance. Depending on the colors and application technique, the finish can resemble polished stone, ocean water, molten metal, or abstract artwork.
The decorative layer forms part of a complete coating system. A high-build epoxy base and a protective aliphatic urethane or polyaspartic topcoat provide resistance to everyday wear, spills, and specified chemical exposure.
High Class Epoxy LLC installs metallic floors across the Chicago metro area, from Lincoln Park homes to North Shore showrooms. Every project begins with a consultation covering your concrete, preferred colors, design references, and how you use the space.
What Makes Metallic Epoxy Special?
Standard epoxy provides a uniform color. Metallic epoxy adds pigments that move through the wet resin, creating highlights, shadows, and transitions that change with the lighting and viewing angle. Our applicators use brushes, rollers, compressed air, and other tools to guide the pigments into marble-like veins, swirls, and decorative patterns. The overall design follows your selected palette, while the natural movement of the material makes each floor individual. A clear protective topcoat seals the design and provides the specified sheen, wear resistance, and UV-resistant properties.
Organic pigment movement creates patterns that cannot be duplicated exactly. Reference images guide the design rather than serving as an exact pattern template.
Multilayer systems use commercial-grade resins, with systems achieving Shore D hardness above 80. Coating selection reflects the traffic and exposure expected in your space.
A continuous, grout-free surface reduces joints where everyday dirt collects. Routine cleaning and prompt spill removal help maintain the finish.
Metallic pigments and reflective coat finishes interact with room lighting, adding depth and helping create a brighter appearance in your interiors.
Metallic Epoxy Flooring Color Options
We stock dozens of metallic pigments and create custom blends to complement your interior. Explore these popular combinations or bring a color swatch to your consultation.
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Midnight Silver
Deep charcoal base with platinum shimmer -
Antique Gold
Warm amber with swirling bronze veins -
Ocean Blue
Deep navy fading to teal pearl -
Copper Inferno
Burnt orange with rose-gold highlights -
Gunmetal Grey
Cool grey with dark metallic depth -
Galaxy Black
Jet black with silver and violet micro-flakes
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Champagne Pearl
Off-white with warm gold undertones -
Emerald Forest
Forest green with silver accent veins -
Rose Quartz
Blush pink with iridescent pearl effect -
Lava Red
Deep crimson flowing over black substrate -
Arctic White
Bright white with subtle silver swirls -
Custom Blend
Your colors — bring a swatch, we match it
Where Can Metallic Epoxy Flooring Be Installed?
Metallic epoxy is an option for suitable concrete surfaces in residential and commercial interiors.
We assess the slab, moisture conditions, daily use, and finish requirements before recommending a system.
Living Rooms & Entryways
Create a statement floor design for modern, industrial, or contemporary interiors. Coordinate the metallic palette with furniture, wall colors, and the room’s lighting.
Basements
Bring a finished appearance to a basement lounge, recreation room, or other living area. Moisture testing determines whether a moisture-tolerant or moisture-mitigating primer is required before installation.
Showrooms & Retail
Give automotive showrooms, boutiques, fitness studios, and retail interiors a distinctive customer-facing finish. Colors and patterns can complement your brand and display layout.
Restaurants & Hospitality
Create a decorative floor for dining rooms, reception areas, and hospitality interiors. We discuss cleaning, traction, chemical exposure, and any required product approvals when selecting the complete system.
Our Metallic Epoxy Flooring Installation Process
Free Consultation & Surface Assessment
We measure the floor, assess concrete condition and moisture levels, and discuss your preferred colors and design. You receive a detailed written estimate with no obligation to proceed.
Surface Preparation
We diamond-grind the concrete to remove previous coatings, paint, and adhesive residue and create the specified surface profile, typically CSP 2–3, where appropriate.
Moisture Barrier & Primer Coat
We apply the specified 100% solids epoxy primer. Where moisture testing requires additional protection, we use a dedicated moisture-mitigating primer rated for vapor emissions up to 25 pounds per 1,000 square feet over 24 hours, subject to its application requirements.
Metallic Base & Design Application
Our expert team applies the metallic epoxy and guides the pigments with squeegees, notched trowels, compressed air, and brushes. Techniques are selected to create your preferred flowing, marbled, or geode-inspired effect that will perfectly match your interior needs and requirements.
Clear Topcoat & Cure
A polyaspartic or aliphatic urethane topcoat protects the design and establishes the selected finish. Light foot traffic is typically possible within 24–48 hours after the final coat. Heavy furniture and vehicles generally require five to seven days. We confirm the schedule for your system and site conditions.
Metallic Epoxy Flooring Cost in Chicago
Our metallic epoxy flooring projects in the Chicago area typically range from $5 to $12 per square foot installed. Your estimate depends on:
- Total floor area
- Concrete condition and repairs
- Decorative design complexity
- Selected topcoat system
- Additional traction options
Larger areas may benefit from lower per-square-foot pricing. Extensive preparation, repairs, multicolor effects, and detailed geode designs can increase the cost.
Metallic Epoxy Flooring FAQs
How long does metallic epoxy flooring last?
Properly installed and maintained metallic epoxy flooring can last 10–20 years in residential spaces and approximately 5–10 years in high-traffic commercial environments. Preparation, coating thickness, traffic, exposure, and maintenance influence service life. Our systems include commercial-grade resins and a protective topcoat.
Can metallic epoxy be applied over existing concrete?
Yes, in most cases. We assess moisture, cracks, surface condition, and previous coatings before preparing the slab. The concrete is mechanically ground, suitable defects are repaired, and the specified primer is applied. Elevated moisture may require a moisture-mitigating primer; active leaks or water intrusion need to be addressed separately.
How much does metallic epoxy flooring cost in Chicago?
Our typical installed range is $5–$12 per square foot. Floor size, concrete preparation, design complexity, and topcoat selection affect pricing. Simpler designs generally cost less than detailed multicolor or geode effects. We provide free, project-specific estimates.
How long does installation take?
Most residential projects up to 1,000 square feet take two to three days. Work includes preparation and primer, metallic application and design, and the protective topcoat. Light foot traffic typically resumes 24–48 hours after the final coat. Heavy furniture and vehicles generally require five to seven days. These are return-to-use guidelines; we confirm your project’s curing requirements.
Is metallic epoxy flooring slippery?
A smooth metallic finish can become slippery when wet. We offer traction additives, including fine aluminum oxide or polymer grit, to increase surface texture. We discuss the balance between traction, appearance, and cleaning before selecting the finish, particularly for areas exposed to water or spills.
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Create a Floor With
Your Own Style
Explore custom colors, flowing patterns, and protective finish options with High Class Epoxy LLC. Call (312) 477-9592 or send your project details for a free, no-obligation estimate in Chicago or the North Shore. We respond the same day.
