Metallic epoxy flooring is the most striking floor we install, and demand for it is growing fast across the Kansas City metro. Using metallic pigments suspended in a clear epoxy resin, the finish creates a flowing, three-dimensional look that resembles molten metal, marble, or rippling water — no two floors are alike. This guide from High Stakes Epoxy covers how metallic epoxy is made, what it costs, the color options, and where it performs best on both the Missouri and Kansas sides of the metro.
If you want a floor that doubles as a design feature, metallic epoxy delivers a look that polished concrete and standard coatings simply cannot.
What Is Metallic Epoxy?
Metallic epoxy is a multi-layer system: a primer, a pigmented metallic base coat, and a clear protective topcoat. During installation the installer manipulates the metallic pigments with tools, solvents, and air to create swirls, lenses, and depth. A polyaspartic or polyurethane topcoat then seals and protects the design. The result is a seamless, glossy, durable surface with a custom artistic finish.
Installation Process
| Step | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Surface preparation | Diamond grinding to profile the slab for adhesion |
| Primer / base | Epoxy primer, then pigmented metallic base coat |
| Design | Pigments manipulated for swirls, depth, and movement |
| Topcoat | Clear high-build polyaspartic or polyurethane seal |
Cost of Metallic Epoxy in Kansas City
Metallic epoxy typically runs $7 to $15 per square foot installed in the Kansas City market. The price reflects the multiple coats, the artistry involved, and the premium topcoat. Larger areas and simpler designs sit at the lower end; intricate multi-color work and small rooms sit higher.
Color and Design Options
Metallic pigments come in a wide palette — silvers and pewters, deep blues and teals, coppers, golds, blacks, and pearls. Installers blend two or more colors to create depth. Because each pour is hand-worked, every floor is one of a kind.
Durability and Maintenance
A properly installed metallic epoxy floor is highly durable, chemical-resistant, and easy to clean — just dust mop and damp mop with a mild cleaner. The protective topcoat resists abrasion and can be renewed years down the road to refresh the gloss.
Best Uses
Metallic epoxy is popular for basements, retail showrooms, restaurants, salons, garages, and luxury residential spaces — anywhere a high-impact visual statement adds value. For high-traffic industrial floors where looks matter less, a flake epoxy or polished concrete may be more practical.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does metallic epoxy last?
With proper installation and a quality topcoat, 10 to 20 years in residential and light commercial use, longer with topcoat renewal.
Is every metallic floor unique?
Yes. Because the pigments are hand-worked during the pour, no two floors are identical.
Can metallic epoxy be installed in a basement?
Yes, and it is one of the most popular basement finishes — though slab moisture must be tested and managed first.
Does High Stakes Epoxy install metallic epoxy across the metro?
Yes, throughout the Kansas City area from Cleveland, MO, including Overland Park, Shawnee, and Lee’s Summit.
See more of our work on the High Stakes Epoxy website.
