Decorative Concrete

Concrete – if asked to describe it what words would you use? Gray, drab, cold and hard? Typically you would be right on track – in the typical sense, concrete is not very appealing and it is not very attractive. But what if we were to say decorative concrete – would that change the descriptive words that come to mind?

Decorative concrete is quickly becoming a very popular material to use in restaurants, bars, kitchens and modern homes. But you might be asking yourself, what is all the buzz about decorative concrete?

The Color…

Even if you don’t like the use of decorative concrete in a space, few people can argue with the beautiful colors that it brings out. Decorative concrete can be mixed with colored powder to bring out hues or beautiful orange, gray, blue, pinks, creams, yellows and more. What creates an incredible effect is that these colors are not solid – they have a subtle swirl effect and add a stunning dimension and sense of movement to a space.

The Finish…

Another reason why we believe that people love decorative concrete is because of the polished finished. The polished finished makes the surface look so shiny and beautiful – literally, who could ever resist?

Durability…

We all know how durable concrete is, and while decorative concrete will have some of the same challenges that traditional concrete has – we all know how long it will last. If you have a commercial space and are contemplating what type of material to use, consider decorative concrete in place of wood or carpet. While the initial expense will be more than carpet, it will last much longer and retain it’s beauty as opposed to getting worn out. While we feel that wood can add an element of richness and warmth to a space, we ultimately feel that decorative concrete is better suited for commercial spaces that see a high volume of traffic. Unlike wood, concrete won’t get scuffed or worn out.