Don't Tile Over This!

When looking at flooring options, don't discount what you already have. Polished concrete flooring takes the plain and boring subfloor of your home and turns it into an attractive permanent flooring option that is suitable for garages, shops, and main living areas.

1. Save Some Cash

Polished concrete is likely one of the least expensive flooring options for your home, as long as you have a concrete subfloor in good condition without cracks or damage. This is because the existing subfloor is cleaned, buffed, and polished into an attractive flooring solution so there is no need to invest in tiles, carpet, or other flooring materials.

2. Reduce Upkeep

When it comes to maintenance, concrete flooring is one of the least time-consuming options. The floors need to be swept regularly and mopped with a non-abrasive mop as needed. If the floors lose their luster, you can have them buffed back to a shine every year or two. Otherwise, there is very little necessary maintenance once the floors have been polished and sealed.

3. Get Creative

Don't shy from concrete because you are worried about getting stuck with boring gray floors. Your concrete can be acid dyed or even painted before the polishing and sealing work begins. The result is concrete floors in any color or finish you can imagine, including painted designs and floor murals. This makes polished concrete a good flooring option anywhere in the home, from the garage to the living room.

4. Prevent Damage

One limitation of many flooring options is that they aren't suitable for certain rooms, such as humid bathrooms and kitchens or high traffic living areas. Polished concrete doesn't have damage limitations. The finished surface is nearly impermeable to stains and scratches, and moisture beads up on the surface instead of soaking in. You shouldn't have to worry about damaged flooring anywhere in the home if you opt for concrete.

5. Enjoy Durability

A polished concrete floor may be the last flooring that you ever need to install. Concrete floors are one of the most durable options you can choose because the floor is literally as strong and long lasting as your home's foundation. No more repairing broken tiles or replacing warped floor boards if you opt for polished concrete. Concrete can withstand day to day wear well, even in busy households with lots of pets, children, and visitors.

Contact a polished concrete servicer like Deluxe Concrete to learn more about the concrete flooring options that are available for your home.