What quartz epoxy flooring is
Quartz epoxy embeds colored quartz aggregate into an epoxy resin to create a durable, slip-resistant, decorative surface. The quartz gives grip in wet areas and comes in many color blends, so it looks good in lobbies and locker rooms while still standing up to traffic and cleaning. It is a middle-ground system — tougher and safer than plain flake epoxy, more decorative than a plain industrial coat.
How it is built
The build-up matters as much as the material. Here is how a quartz epoxy flooring floor goes down, step by step.
- 1
Diamond grind or shot blast the slab to open the pores and remove old sealer.
- 2
Repair cracks and joints and prime the concrete with an epoxy primer.
- 3
Apply an epoxy body coat and broadcast colored quartz aggregate into the wet resin.
- 4
Apply a second epoxy coat and a second quartz broadcast for full coverage and grip.
- 5
Scrape and vacuum loose quartz, then topcoat with a clear epoxy or urethane for wear and cleanability.
Where it wins and where it loses
Where it wins
- Kitchens, restrooms, and locker rooms that need slip resistance and easy cleaning.
- Lobbies and lobbies that want a decorative look with real durability.
- Schools, gyms, and animal care facilities with wet or high-traffic floors.
- Any area that needs a color-coded, slip-resistant surface for safety.
Where it loses
- Heavy chemical and thermal-shock environments — urethane cement is the better pick.
- Showrooms that want a high-gloss, glass-smooth finish — flake or polyaspartic is smoother.
- Very tight budgets — the double broadcast adds material and labor cost over a single coat.
- Floors that need static control — use an ESD system instead.
Performance details
Cure time
Walk-on in 12 to 24 hours; full cure in 48 to 72 hours.
Return to service
Light traffic next day; full traffic in 48 to 72 hours.
Durability
7 to 12 years in medium to heavy traffic with proper maintenance.
Notes
Slip resistance is adjustable — a heavier quartz broadcast gives more grip for wet areas, a lighter broadcast gives a smoother look for lobbies.
How it compares
A quick comparison against two other common systems so you can see the trade-offs.
| Compared to | Where the other system is better | Where Quartz Epoxy Flooring is better |
|---|---|---|
| Decorative flake epoxy | A smoother, more decorative look in dry offices and showrooms. | Quartz epoxy gives better slip resistance in wet areas like kitchens and locker rooms. |
| Anti-slip epoxy | Maximum grip on ramps and loading docks at a lower cost. | Quartz epoxy is more decorative and easier to clean, so it fits lobbies and restrooms better. |
What it costs in Columbus
Quartz epoxy floors in Columbus typically run $6 to $9 per square foot installed. The double broadcast of quartz adds material and labor over a single-coat system, but it gives you slip resistance and a decorative look in one floor. These are estimates — your real price depends on the slab and the build.
What moves the price
Square footage — bigger floors cost more total but less per foot.
Slab condition — cracks, coatings, and prep add cost.
Quartz broadcast — single vs double broadcast changes material and labor.
Topcoat — clear epoxy vs a more durable urethane topcoat.
These are estimates only. A real price comes after a free on-site walk-through.
Quartz Epoxy Flooring — your questions
Industries this system fits
Commercial Kitchens & Restaurants
Grease-proof, slip-resistant floors that pass inspection
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Impact-resistant floors with custom colors and logos
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Seamless floors that resist stains, odors, and disinfectants
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Modern, low-odor floors with minimal tenant disruption
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