What are Mosaic Stone Flakes?
Mosaic Stone Flakes are a multi-sized decorative vinyl flake blend designed to replicate the natural variation of stone surfaces in epoxy, polyaspartic, and polyurethane flooring systems. Unlike standard single-size flakes, Mosaic Stone Flakes combine different flake sizes from 1″ to 1/8″ to create a natural aggregate appearance.
How are Mosaic Stone Flakes different from regular epoxy flakes?
Standard epoxy flakes use a single uniform flake size, which creates a more consistent and “speckled paint” look.
Mosaic Stone Flakes are different because they:
- Combine multiple flake sizes in one blend
- Create depth, shadowing, and natural stone variation
- Produce a more premium terrazzo-style finish
- Better hide surface imperfections due to visual randomness
This makes them ideal for customers wanting a higher-end architectural floor appearance.
Where can Mosaic Stone Flakes be used?
Mosaic Stone Flakes are commonly used in both residential and commercial environments, including:
- Garage floors
- Basements
- Patios and outdoor living spaces
- Retail stores and showrooms
- Restaurants and hospitality spaces
- Warehouses and industrial walkways
- Commercial kitchens and service areas
They are ideal anywhere a durable, decorative concrete coating system is needed.
Are Mosaic Stone Flakes suitable for outdoor use?
Yes. When installed with a UV-stable polyaspartic or polyurethane topcoat, Mosaic Stone Flakes perform well outdoors.
For best long-term color stability:
- Use UV-resistant topcoats
- Avoid non-UV-stable epoxy-only systems outdoors
- Consider heavier broadcast for improved durability
For a full selection check our polyaspartic topcoats check out our Polyaspartic page. For personalized help on product selection for YOUR project reach out to us at 630-675-4509 or [email protected].
What coatings are compatible with Mosaic Stone Flakes?
They are compatible with most resinous flooring systems, including:
They are typically broadcast into a basecoat and sealed with a clear protective topcoat.
How are Mosaic Stone Flakes installed?
Installation generally follows this process:
- Prepare concrete using a concrete diamond grinder
- Apply epoxy or polyaspartic basecoat
- Broadcast Mosaic Stone Flakes into wet coating
- Allow system to cure
- Scrape and vacuum excess flakes
- Apply 1–2 clear topcoats for durability and gloss
Professional installation is recommended for best results. For additional application consultation reach out to us at 630-675-4509 or [email protected].
How much Mosaic Stone Flake do I need?
Coverage depends on the desired finish:
- Full broadcast (solid flake look): ~8–10 sq ft per lb
- Partial broadcast: ~20–200 sq ft per lb
Heavier broadcast creates a more uniform stone appearance, while lighter broadcast shows more base color.
Do Mosaic Stone Flakes make floors slip resistant?
Yes—once sealed, they create a lightly textured surface that improves traction compared to smooth coatings.
For higher slip resistance, anti-slip additives can be added to the topcoat. Common options include:
Are Mosaic Stone Flakes durable?
Yes. When installed in a properly prepared coating system, they are:
- Highly abrasion resistant
- Resistant to chemicals and stains
- Capable of handling vehicle traffic (garage floors)
- Resistant to hot tire pickup when properly sealed
The durability comes from the coating system, not just the flakes.
What does Mosaic Stone Flake flooring look like?
It creates a natural stone, terrazzo-like finish with variation in color and size that mimics real aggregate stone. The result is more dimensional and “architectural” compared to standard epoxy flake floors.
For other stone looks check out our other flakes in the Hybrid line including the Hybrid Flakes, Terrazzo Flakes, Chipped Stone Flakes and Mica Enhanced Flakes.
