Flake & Chip Epoxy Systems
in Merritt, BC
The most popular finish we install. Durable, slip-resistant, and easy to maintain.
Full-broadcast vinyl flake is the most installed system we do — a 100% solids epoxy base coat with decorative vinyl flake chips broadcast at full coverage while the base coat is still wet, knocked down and vacuumed once cured, then sealed with a UV-stable polyaspartic topcoat. The flake layer adds colour variation, hides imperfections between cleaning sessions, and the texture of the knocked-down flake provides natural traction. It's a practical, durable, great-looking finish that works in residential garages, basements, commercial spaces, and anywhere that sees regular traffic.
Flake & Chip Epoxy Systems in Merritt: what you need to know
Flake chip systems are the most common finish we install in Merritt garages and commercial spaces — practical, tough, and works well on the range of slab conditions we encounter in the Nicola Valley. A reliable, consistent choice for Merritt's working garages and shops.
Properties and context in Merritt
Merritt property stock spans older downtown heritage homes from the early 1900s through the 1960s, mid-century rancher homes on large lots throughout the established neighbourhoods, newer Quilchena Meadows subdivision builds from the 2000s–present, and rural acreage properties with large shops and outbuildings throughout the Nicola Valley.
Merritt is a ranching and resource town at the centre of the Nicola Valley — practical, independent, and hardworking. The Coquihalla junction location and valley economy shape the community. People here want work done right the first time by someone who knows what they're doing.
Concrete conditions in Merritt
Merritt slabs range from older downtown concrete with potential moisture issues near the river to newer subdivision slabs in Quilchena Meadows that are in excellent condition. The Nicola Valley's strong thermal cycling — cold winter inversions and hot summer days — puts real stress on floor coating systems. We moisture-test every slab and specify systems with adequate thermal flexibility for the valley climate.
Climate and floor performance in Merritt
Merritt sees cold valley winters with significant temperature inversions, hot dry summers, strong thermal cycling year-round. We spec epoxy and polyaspartic systems for this area with the local conditions in mind — UV stability, thermal flexibility, and moisture management are all part of our system selection process, not afterthoughts. A coating system that performs well in a temperate climate and a properly spec'd system for the BC Interior are not the same product, even if they look similar on the day of install.
What's included with every Flake & Chip Epoxy Systems install
- Diamond grinding and surface preparation
- 100% solids epoxy base coat
- Full-broadcast vinyl flake (choice of colour blend and flake size)
- Knock-down and vacuum of excess flake
- UV-stable aliphatic polyaspartic topcoat
- Anti-slip aggregate available as an upgrade
- Vehicle-ready in 24 hours
How a Flake & Chip Epoxy Systems install works in Merritt
Colour selection
We bring samples to your quote. Flake blends come in many colour combinations — from subtle grey and white to vibrant custom blends. The flake size also affects the final look.
Prep and base coat
Diamond grinding, crack repair, moisture testing. Then the epoxy base coat goes down as the bonding layer and carrier for the flake broadcast.
Flake broadcast
Vinyl flake is broadcast at full coverage while the base coat is wet. Once cured, excess flake is scraped and vacuumed to create the even, flat surface that the topcoat needs.
Polyaspartic topcoat
UV-stable polyaspartic seals and hardens the system. Most flake installs are vehicle-ready within 24 hours of topcoat application.
Ready for a quote in Merritt?
We come to you — free on-site consultation, no travel charge. We make regular service runs to Merritt (~90 km from Kamloops) and don't add a travel fee. Call us or submit a quote request and we'll be in touch promptly.
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Common epoxy floor questions
Everything you want to know about epoxy floors before picking up the phone.
A professionally installed epoxy floor typically lasts 10–20 years with normal use. Garage floors in harsh climates like Kamloops can expect 10–15 years with proper maintenance.
Your epoxy floor won't
coat itself.
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