Residential · Albuquerque, NM
For true showroom depth and movement, metallic epoxy flooring needs more than a topcoat, it needs a flat, properly built system. Elite Epoxy Albuquerque has served Albuquerque since 2016, installing and repairing metallic epoxy floors for garages, retail, offices, and lobbies with controlled swirls, consistent gloss, and durable clear coats.
Prep decides whether a metallic floor looks like glass or like a patch job. We start with moisture checks (ASTM F2170 RH testing when needed), then mechanically profile the slab with a diamond grinder and HEPA dust control to hit the right CSP for epoxy bonding. Cracks, spalls, and control joints are routed and repaired with epoxy gel, polyurea, or polymer-modified mortar depending on movement and depth, then the surface is re-ground flat. A pigmented epoxy base coat is applied at a controlled mil thickness to create an even canvas, followed by a self-leveling build coat where required for wave-free reflections.
Albuquerque’s dry air and big temperature swings can change epoxy working time and metallic “flow,” so we plan pour sizes, pot life, and ventilation before we mix. Metallic pigments are broadcast and manipulated with squeegees, rollers, and spiked shoes to create marble, cloud, or lava effects without muddying the color. For durability, we finish with a clear coat matched to the space: high-solids epoxy for maximum build, or an aliphatic polyurethane or polyaspartic topcoat for better abrasion resistance and UV stability. Slip resistance is dialed in with anti-slip aggregate like aluminum oxide or polymer grit so the floor stays safe without killing the gloss.
Customers choose us because we install metallic epoxy flooring like a system, not a single coat. You get clear scope, realistic timelines, and a written estimate that itemizes prep, crack repair, base, metallic layer, and clear coats, so there are no surprises. Our crews are licensed and insured, and we bring commercial-grade mixing drills, calibrated squeegees, notched gauge rakes, and moisture-mitigation options for slabs that are not ready for a coating. When we repair metallic floors, we focus on blend lines, edge control, and sheen matching, not just “covering it up.”
Before we wrap, we walk the job with you under good lighting and point out the intended variation, because metallic epoxy is designed to have movement, not a uniform paint look. You receive care instructions, recoat windows, and the right cleaner guidance (pH-neutral, no citrus degreasers) to protect gloss and prevent haze. We verify cure status and explain when you can move in foot traffic, rolling carts, or vehicles, and how to protect the surface during early use. The result is a metallic epoxy flooring finish that looks intentional, cleans easily, and holds up to daily wear.
Yes. We operate as a professional epoxy contractor and carry insurance, and we provide written estimates and a defined scope before work begins.
We typically diamond-grind for a consistent mechanical profile and stronger adhesion. Acid etching alone is not a substitute for proper surface profiling on most slabs.
Sometimes. We test adhesion and check for peeling, contamination, and incompatible coatings, then grind and recoat if the base is sound. If the old coating is failing, removal and a new system is the reliable option.
A UV-stable topcoat, commonly polyaspartic or aliphatic polyurethane, helps reduce ambering and chalking compared to epoxy exposed to direct sun.
Yes. We install vinyl flake broadcast systems in a range of blends and coverage levels, then lock it in with a clear topcoat in gloss or satin.
Metallic epoxy flooring is a multi-layer resin system that creates depth, shimmer, and movement similar to polished stone, but with seamless cleaning and strong chemical resistance. The look comes from metallic pigments suspended in clear or tinted epoxy, then manipulated while the coating self-levels. Done right, it delivers a high-gloss statement floor for garages, showrooms, salons, breweries, offices, and residential interiors. Done wrong, it telegraphs slab flaws, traps dust, or cures with roller marks and cloudy spots. Elite Epoxy Albuquerque installs and repairs metallic systems with the same priorities we use on industrial floors: surface profile, moisture control, mil thickness, and a clear topcoat matched to the traffic.
Every metallic epoxy flooring project starts with concrete evaluation. We check for curing compounds, sealers, oil contamination, and previous coatings, then mechanically prep with diamond tooling to reach the proper concrete surface profile (CSP). Cracks and spalls are repaired, and control joints are addressed based on movement so they do not print through the finish. If moisture is a concern, we recommend testing and, when needed, an epoxy moisture-mitigation primer before the base coat goes down.
Installation is built in layers: a pigmented epoxy base, a metallic coat with controlled effects, then one or more clear coats for protection. Depending on use, that top layer may be high-solids epoxy for thickness, or polyurethane or polyaspartic for enhanced abrasion and UV performance. We can add aluminum oxide or polymer grit to improve traction in entries, restrooms, and work areas without turning the floor into sandpaper.
For repairs, we diagnose the failure mode first, hot-tire pickup, delamination, gouges, yellowed clear, or staining, then choose the least invasive fix that still looks right. That can mean a localized grind and recoat, spot metallic blending, or a full re-topcoat to restore uniform gloss. If you want a dramatic, cleanable floor that reads upscale the moment someone walks in, metallic epoxy flooring is one of the best value upgrades you can make, and we will quote it with a clear scope and a written, free estimate.
Call now or send a request and we will reach out within one business day to schedule your free, no-obligation estimate in Albuquerque. We assess the project, review the details, and give you a written quote before any work starts, so you know exactly what to expect.
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