Flake Floor Systems — Empire Coating Solutions
Empire Coating Solutions · Corona, CA

Vinyl
Flake
Systems

Vinyl Flake — integrally pigmented, brilliantly colored broadcast systems available in multiple color-styles and six sizes. Zero VOC, lab-tested resin compatibility, and no minimum order quantities.

Custom
Color Blends
6
Flake Sizes
Zero
VOC
5
Resin Systems Compatible
No Min
Order Quantity
Product Overview

What Is
Vinyl
Flake?

Vinyl Flake are composed of water-based resin materials, organic minerals, additives, and various pigments. Each flake is integrally pigmented — the color goes all the way through, not just on the surface.

Random in shape and sized within a standardized range, Vinyl Flake can be custom blended to achieve optimal appearance and texture with any resinous flooring or wall-coating system.

Available in multiple color-styles across six unique sizes — from 1/32" micro flake to 1" original — and can be mixed, matched, and custom-blended on request.

Features & Benefits
→Custom blends & color designs — sample matching expertise
→Multiple color-styles in-stock, six unique sizes for optimum aesthetics
→Anti-slip texture qualities built into the flake surface
→Water-based chemistry — zero VOC formulation
→Formulated for optimal flexibility and strength
→UV-tested lightfastness (ASTM G155 — 1,000 hr Xenon Arc)
→No minimum order quantities
→Lab-tested resin system compatibility
→Custom packaging & labeling options available
→Cost-effective performance flooring solution
How It's Applied

Typical
Flake System

Top Layer
Clear Topcoat(s) — Polyaspartic or Polyurethane
Broadcast Layer
Vinyl Flake Broadcast
Base Coat
Pigmented Epoxy Basecoat
Optional
Primer / Sealer (Optional — recommended for high-moisture slabs)
Substrate
Concrete Substrate

For best results, a clear topcoat is recommended to fully encapsulate the Flake™ and provide a durable wearing surface.

Available Sizes

Six Unique
Size Profiles

1"
Original
½"
Half Inch
¼"
Quarter Inch
⅛"
Eighth Inch
1/16"
Fine
1/32"
Micro / Hybrid
Coverage Rate Guidelines

Coverage
Rates

Flake Size Full Coverage
SF / LB
Heavy Coverage
SF / LB
Light Coverage
SF / LB
Original (1")9–1225–5050–200
½"7–925–5050–200
¼" & ⅛"5–725–5050–200
1/16" & 1/32", Hybrid3–525–5050–200

Coverage rate guidelines are approximations. Exact coverage rates will vary based on application techniques, system specifications, and customer preferences.

Full Coverage

9–12 SF/LB
100% surface coverage. No basecoat visible. Highest flake concentration. Maximum texture and anti-slip.

Heavy Coverage

25–50 SF/LB
Dense flake pattern with some basecoat visible. Strong visual texture. Popular for garage and commercial floors.

Light Coverage

50–200 SF/LB
Scattered flake pattern. Accent effect with prominent basecoat color. Subtle, decorative aesthetic.
Resin System Compatibility

Lab-Tested
Compatible

All Vinyl Flake styles are lab-tested for compatibility across all major resin systems. Unknown resin compatibility testing is recommended prior to use.

Epoxies

Pass

Methyl Methacrylates (MMA)

Pass

Polyaspartics

Pass

Polyureas

Pass

Polyurethanes

Pass

Compatible with 100% Solids, Solvent-based & Waterborne Systems.

Technical Data

Performance
Specifications

Color (ΔE ≤ 0.5)Spectrophotometer (ASTM E1866) — Pass
Dry Film Thickness~5 mils (ASTM D1005)
ShapeRandom (ASTM D4086)
OdorOdorless (ASTM D1296)
Surface TextureSmooth — Leveling Draw-Down (ASTM D4062)
MetamerismNonmetameric (ASTM E1866)
Sheen< 15 units — 60° Gloss Meter (ASTM D523)
Dry Film FlexibilityMandrel Bend Test (ASTM F137) — Pass
Opacity> 98% Visual Evaluation (ASTM D6762) — Pass
Size DistributionNormal Sieve Analysis (ASTM C136) — Pass
Packaging & Shipping

Packaging
Options

Unit Packaging

Poly-lined Corrugated Cartons
Net Weight40 LB (18.14 KG)
Gross Weight44 LB (20 KG)
Min OrderNo Minimum

Full Pallets

48 Cartons — 4 Layers × 12 Cartons
Net Weight1,920 LB (870 KG)
Gross Weight2,104 LB (954 KG)
Cartons48 per pallet

Full Truckload

20 Pallets — 960 Cartons
Net Weight38,400 LB (17,417 KG)
Gross Weight42,080 LB (19,087 KG)
NMFC Code156150, Class 55
Storage: Store in an air-tight poly-bag in a dry environment at room temperature. Avoid moisture and humidity.   |   International HTS Code: 3906.90.50
Product Limitations

Know Before
You Apply

Flake are random in shape and size. Due to inherent product characteristics, a small amount of finer particles will be present within each box.

Most colors use lightfast pigments. Some may have moderate or poor UV stability. Refer to the Color Palette lightfastness ratings before selecting colors for exterior use.

Colors with good lightfastness ratings may be suitable in exterior applications. Coating manufacturer system specifications for UV stability will determine exterior suitability.

Flake does not protect against efflorescence. Consult coating system manufacturer specifications for vapor barrier protection with exterior applications.

Variegated and Marble Flake may vary slightly from lot-to-lot. To ensure optimal color consistency when using multiple lots, intermix prior to use.

Ready to Order
Your Flake?

No minimums. Custom blends available. Pick up at our Corona, CA warehouse or call for pricing and availability.

Physical Proprities