FUZION™ Metallic Pigment is a premium mica pigment powder designed to create three-dimensional color schemes within metallic flooring systems. Professional contractors and facility teams use this pigment in epoxy and polyurethane binders to deliver sophisticated finishes for commercial and industrial spaces. This versatile additive provides a seamless blend of aesthetics and heavy-duty performance for high-traffic concrete floor coatings.
Intended Users and Applications
FUZION™ Metallic Pigment is engineered for professional flooring contractors, facility maintenance teams and industrial applicators. Typical applications include retail spaces, showrooms, restaurants, hospitality environments and commercial buildings. This pigment is intended for interior resinous flooring systems and is not recommended for exterior applications exposed to direct UV light without an appropriate UV-resistant topcoat.
Problems This Product Solves
- Provides a reliable alternative to standard concrete floor coatings by delivering a unique three-dimensional aesthetic.
- Eliminates the inconsistent coloration often found in low-grade metallic epoxy additives.
- Reduces installation friction by blending seamlessly into epoxy, polyurethane and other clear binders.
- Conceals minor substrate imperfections when applied in thick-build resinous flooring systems.
- Maintains long-term durability in heavy-traffic environments without compromising the visual finish.
Key Features and Benefits
- Premium Mica Pigment Powder: Delivers a luxurious metallic sheen that ensures long-term durability and color retention.
- Versatile Binder Compatibility: Integrates easily into epoxy, polyurethane and other resinous binders to adapt to diverse project requirements.
- Three-Dimensional Design Capabilities: Allows applicators to create dynamic patterns that add depth and character to concrete surfaces.
- Seamless Integration: Blends smoothly with binding agents to create a uniform surface that is easy to maintain.
- Endless Color Schemes: Gives contractors the flexibility to match modern, industrial or classic aesthetics to meet specific client demands.
Performance Characteristics
- High-quality mica pigment base
- Compatible with multi-component resinous flooring systems
- Produces a seamless and non-porous finish
- Resistant to fading in interior environments
- Enhances the visual depth of epoxy and polyurethane binders
- Supports the abrasion resistance of the chosen carrier resin
System Compatibility and Use Context
FUZION™ Metallic Pigment is a critical decorative component within broader resinous flooring systems. It requires mixing with a compatible clear carrier resin such as FUZION™ Epoxy, standard epoxies or polyurethane floor coatings. Installers must apply an appropriate primer to the prepared concrete substrate before applying the metallic coat. For high-traffic or commercial spaces, a durable polyaspartic topcoat or clear urethane is required to protect the metallic finish from abrasion and chemical exposure.
Installation and Application Overview
Proper concrete surface preparation is required before installing any resinous flooring systems. Contractors should prepare the concrete substrate by diamond grinding or shot blasting to achieve the specified concrete surface profile. Mix the FUZION™ Metallic Pigment thoroughly into the selected clear epoxy or polyurethane binder until the color is uniform. Pour the mixed material onto the primed floor and spread it using a squeegee, back-rolling with a lint-free roller to create the desired three-dimensional effects. Follow the specific curing times and environmental constraints outlined in the technical data sheet of the carrier resin.
Frequently Asked Questions
What binders are compatible with FUZION™ Metallic Pigment?
FUZION™ Metallic Pigment integrates seamlessly with clear epoxy, polyurethane and other resinous binders used in commercial flooring systems.
Can this metallic pigment be used for exterior applications?
This product is designed for interior use. Exterior applications require a highly UV-resistant topcoat to prevent the resin from yellowing.
How do you achieve a three-dimensional effect with this pigment?
The three-dimensional effect is created by the flow and movement of the mica pigment powder within a thick-build clear epoxy or polyurethane resin during the curing process.
What surface preparation is needed before applying a metallic flooring system?
Contractors must mechanically prepare the concrete substrate through grinding or shot blasting to ensure proper adhesion of the primer and metallic base coat.
Does the pigment affect the durability of the concrete floor coatings?
The pigment itself utilizes premium mica powder that maintains the structural integrity and abrasion resistance of the chosen resinous flooring systems.
How much pigment is required per gallon of epoxy?
Loading rates depend on the specific carrier resin and desired opacity. Always consult the technical data sheet of the carrier system for precise mixing ratios.
FUZION™ Metallic Pigment is a product family within the SLABHARD® product brand portfolio. SLABHARD® is a shared product brand of Star Step Performance Coatings Group available through both Desert Polymer Flooring and Alta Paints & Coatings, delivering high-performance flooring materials and the SLABSEAL™ AutoShield system.