Protective clear coatFinish layer
PolyStar PRO STProtects the decorative surface. Confirm final sheen and any texture additive in the project specification.
U.S. Resin / Decorative systemsDecorative
Decorative
Flake System.
Choose the color. Build in the texture. Protect the finish with a coordinated epoxy and polyaspartic product path.
For garages, showrooms and retail spaces, with the build specified for the project.
- Finish
- Vinyl flake + clear coat
- Typical setting
- Garages, showrooms, retail
- Product path shown
- Epoxy base + polyaspartic finish
- Care
- Grit removal + neutral cleaner
Understand the build
A clear role for every layer.
The finish is only the surface. The preparation and compatible layers beneath it determine the product path.
Decorative broadcastDecorative layer
U.S. Resin vinyl flakeChips create the color blend and pattern. Confirm the broadcast level and prepare it for the specified clear finish.
Base coatBase layer
EpoxyStarzForms the coating base that receives the flake. The current EpoxyStarz TDS identifies it as self-priming.
Moisture-control primerConditional step
AquaStop F.C. or E-96, when specifiedSelection follows moisture testing. Confirm the product, application and transition into the coating above.
Prepared concreteFoundation
Mechanical preparation; CrackStarz Epoxy Gel or CrackStarz PolyFast where specifiedEstablish sound, clean, profiled concrete. Evaluate cracks and joints and make the specified repairs.
Typical system path, not a project specification. Moisture treatment, repairs and any additional primer are selected for site conditions. EpoxyStarz is self-priming; a separate primer is not automatically required. Confirm the complete assembly with U.S. Resin technical support.
Why choose flake?
A practical finish with room for personality.
Make the blend yours.
Use the vinyl flake chart to choose a color direction, then approve a physical sample of the finished build.
Put a clear finish over the pattern.
PolyStar PRO ST is documented as a protective polyaspartic topcoat compatible with decorative chips and EpoxyStarz.
Keep the cleaning routine simple.
Remove grit, clean spills promptly and use approved neutral cleaners and soft pads after the floor has fully cured.
Match the floor to the space
Where does this path fit?
Everyday interior spaces
- Residential garages
- Showrooms and boutiques
- Retail and commercial interiors
More demanding conditions
- Exterior or sun-exposed areas
- Wet service areas and ramps
- Industrial traffic or chemical exposure
Conditions needing a different solution
- Unresolved hydrostatic moisture
- Long-term harsh chemical immersion
- Thermal shock or aggressive steam cleaning
Application guidance is a screening tool. Confirm the full assembly, traction needs and service conditions before selection.
Products in the path
Know what each product does.
Select the exact kit and specification with U.S. Resin. Product images below come from the current Supply catalog and color resources.
Base coat
EpoxyStarz
Self-priming epoxy base for the typical flake path shown.
Decorative broadcast
Vinyl Flake
Select the blend and approve the finished sample with your installer.
Protective finish
PolyStar PRO ST
Clear polyaspartic topcoat over the prepared decorative broadcast.
Repair, where specified
CrackStarz PolyFast
A repair option for appropriate concrete defects; confirm crack and joint treatment.
Moisture control, when specified
AquaStop F.C.
A conditional primer path. E-96 is another product to discuss after testing.
Before the first batch
Information for both sides of the job.
Installer planning
Assess the slab and moisture
Record the existing coating, repairs, cracks, joints and moisture-test results. Use the moisture test method and acceptance criteria required by the selected product documents. A handheld meter alone does not establish an approved moisture specification.
Prepare and repair
Remove bond-breaking contaminants and mechanically profile the concrete. Select compatible repairs and confirm the treatment of moving joints before coating; do not assume a crack filler is appropriate for every joint.
Plan mixing, crew and site conditions
Use each product’s current TDS and SDS. Stage materials, equipment and the crew before mixing. Record material, slab and air conditions and keep the work within the specified limits.
Manage layers and recoat windows
Confirm the base, broadcast and topcoat sequence in advance. Follow the selected product’s mixing, coverage, preparation and recoat requirements. If a window is missed, obtain the required preparation procedure before continuing.
Inspect and hand over
Inspect coverage, texture and finish, and record the installed products and batch numbers. Give the owner written return-to-use instructions and the maintenance guide. Tack-free or dry-to-touch does not mean ready for vehicles or full service.
Owner & project guidance
Approve the finish. A chart sets the direction. A physical sample shows how the blend, broadcast and clear finish work together.
Plan access. Repairs, moisture treatment, weather, product choice and cure requirements all affect the schedule. Ask when walking, parking and cleaning can resume.
Discuss texture. The feel underfoot and cleaning needs depend on the specified broadcast and topcoat. A textured appearance is not a slip-resistance rating.
Care after cure. Remove grit and spills promptly. Use approved neutral cleaners and soft cleaning tools, and avoid dragging equipment across the floor.
Ask a system question ↗Technical resources
Use the current product documents.
Read the technical sheets for application and the safety sheets for handling. Request a project specification when the complete assembly needs confirmation.
Look closer
Color, texture and the finished space.
Supplied finish inspiration. Approve a real project sample before choosing the final blend.
Common questions
Before you choose flake.
Get the finish, specification and schedule clear before installation.
Is a flake floor the same as a polyaspartic floor?
Flake describes the decorative chips in the finish. Polyaspartic describes a coating chemistry. The typical path shown here uses an EpoxyStarz base, vinyl flake and a PolyStar PRO ST topcoat, so one floor can include both.
Does every flake floor need a moisture barrier?
No single answer applies to every slab. Test the concrete and compare the results with the requirements of the complete product path. Add a compatible AquaStop treatment when specified; the decorative flake finish itself is not a moisture-control specification.
Can I park on it the same day?
Do not plan vehicle use from a dry-to-touch or tack-free time. Your installer should give you a return-to-use schedule based on the exact products, site conditions and full assembly. Confirm that schedule before moving vehicles or equipment back in.
Will the floor be slippery when it is wet?
Water, contamination, footwear and the final surface all affect traction. Discuss the use of the space and any texture or traction requirements with your installer. A flake appearance alone does not establish a slip-resistance rating.
How do I choose the flake color and texture?
Start with the U.S. Resin vinyl flake chart, then ask for a physical sample of the intended blend, broadcast and clear finish. Screen colors and photographs are a starting point; approve the actual sample with your installer.
How should I clean a finished flake floor?
After the floor has fully cured, remove grit regularly and clean spills promptly. Use the approved neutral cleaner and soft pads or brushes described in the maintenance manual. Avoid abrasive cleaners and dragging equipment across the surface.
Build your Decorative Flake pathStart with the space.
Start with the space.
Finish with a plan.
Products, documents and support for the next step.