High-Gloss Floors with Unique Depth and Color

Custom metallic epoxy flooring installed throughout Minnesota for showrooms, retail spaces, and residential interiors.

If you've seen flooring that looks like polished marble or swirling liquid metal, that effect comes from metallic epoxy systems that use pigmented powders suspended in clear resin to create depth and movement across the surface. Every floor in Thief River Falls ends up with a one-of-a-kind pattern because the metallic particles shift and settle as the resin cures, reflecting light from different angles and creating a three-dimensional appearance that changes depending on where you stand.

Concrete Designs installs metallic epoxy flooring in showrooms, lobbies, retail stores, basements, and living spaces across Thief River Falls. The process starts with grinding the concrete to remove contaminants and create a clean bonding surface, then applying a base coat followed by the metallic layer, which is hand-troweled and manipulated to create the desired pattern. A clear, high-gloss topcoat seals the metallic pigments and adds impact resistance and durability.

If you want a floor with a custom look that combines durability with a high-end decorative finish, contact Concrete Designs to discuss metallic epoxy options in Thief River Falls.

How the metallic effect is created during installation

The crew from Concrete Designs prepares the concrete floor in Thief River Falls by grinding and cleaning the surface to remove oils, old coatings, and any residue that would prevent the epoxy from bonding. Once the floor is dry, a tinted base coat is applied to establish the background color. The metallic pigments are then mixed into clear epoxy resin and poured onto the floor, where they're spread and manipulated with trowels, rollers, or brushes to create swirls, waves, or cloud-like patterns.

After the metallic layer cures, the floor reflects light from every angle and the pattern appears to shift as you move across the room. The surface is seamless and smooth, with no grout lines or joints. Because the pigments settle differently in each pour, no two floors look identical, even when using the same color blend.

A clear topcoat is applied over the metallic layer to lock in the pattern and protect the finish from scratches, impacts, and UV fading. The topcoat also adds the high-gloss sheen that makes the floor look wet or reflective. Cure times typically take 48 to 72 hours before foot traffic and up to a week before placing furniture or heavy equipment. The system does not repair structural cracks or level uneven slabs, so those issues should be addressed before installation.

Questions that come up when planning a metallic floor

Homeowners and business owners in Thief River Falls often want to know how the pattern is controlled, whether the floor is slippery, and how durable the finish is under daily use.

How do you control the metallic pattern?
The pattern is created by how the metallic pigments are manipulated during application using trowels, rollers, or brushes. Concrete Designs works with you to choose colors and application techniques that match your design goals, but each floor develops its own unique variation as the resin cures.
What colors are available for metallic epoxy floors?
You can choose from a wide range of metallic pigments including silver, gold, copper, bronze, and custom blends. Multiple colors can be layered or swirled together to create complex patterns and depth in Thief River Falls homes and businesses.
How durable is a metallic epoxy floor?
Metallic epoxy floors are impact-resistant and hold up well to foot traffic, furniture, and light equipment. The clear topcoat protects the metallic layer from scratches and wear, and the seamless surface resists stains and moisture.
Why is the floor high-gloss and reflective?
The clear topcoat is formulated to cure with a high-gloss finish that enhances the reflective quality of the metallic pigments. This creates the wet or mirror-like appearance that makes the floor stand out visually.
When should I avoid metallic epoxy flooring?
If the concrete slab has active moisture issues, structural cracks, or significant unevenness, those problems need to be repaired first. Metallic epoxy is a decorative system and does not fix underlying slab defects.

Concrete Designs has installed metallic epoxy floors in retail spaces, showrooms, and residential interiors throughout Thief River Falls using custom color blends and professional application techniques. If you're ready for a durable, high-gloss floor with a one-of-a-kind pattern, learn more about metallic epoxy options and schedule a consultation.