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Writer's pictureLauren Bracy

Different Types of Decorative Concrete Finishes for Home



Concrete floorings are not new to us but gone are the days when they were only used for sidewalks, now you have modified versions of the same making some great transformation when it comes to designs and patterns. You can easily spot many new styles and designs making their way. decorative concrete finishes come in different styles and patterns that the contractors use to enhance the beauty of the place where they are laid. The development of special decorative techniques has made these floorings become revolutionary when it comes to flooring options.


Concretes are the most durable options to choose from; they are affordable too, thus making them fit your budget and fulfill your creative desires as well. You can easily create garden paths, kitchen and Bathroom countertops and other variations which will give your place a versatile look.

What Are the Different Decorative Concrete Finishes That You Can opt for?


Concrete finishes have transformed the way concretes would appear; they are decorative, ascetically pleasing, and makes the place look beautiful. Achieving a smooth finish when it comes to concrete, screeds, and trowels is a preoccupation among the homeowners. Well, there are other finishing options too that you can choose from, here are some of the popular choices:


#1. Acid Finish: This is one of the popular choices when it comes to decorative concrete finishes. Having concrete treated with permanent and durable colors like brown and green gives it a nice texture. The acid finish is attained by adding a solution of acid, inorganic materials, and water. The result is a slightly tinted surface which unleashes the war beauty of the concrete without completely concealing it. dyed- Cured concrete can be transformed into different colors by adding water-based color solutions. You can choose the preferable dye and thereafter create an awe-striking finish.


#2. Broadcast: Well, this can be yet another option that you can look for, in this finishing, dry substances like decorative aggregate is hand distributed on the concrete, this is done to achieve a resistance of the floor while enhancing its beauty.


#3. Broom Finish: Have you noticed those ruggedly looking floors and concretes? well, these masterpieces can be achieved using a broom. Yes, you read it right, while the concrete is settling, a broom is used to create a rugged look. This enhances the look of the floor while providing it necessary resistance.


#4. Polymer Stained: In this, the concrete flooring is treated with acrylic-urethane stain. This is helpful in giving the concrete the necessary look and pattern.


#5. Salt Finish: You can give a new texture to the flooring by broadcasting salt onto the freshly laid concrete. This will give the regular concrete a new look and appearance.


#6. Stamped: There are stamping mats and texturing skins which are available in the market. It is available in different effects like tile, wood, brick, or stone. You can give your concrete a new look by making use of these stamps.


#7. Faux Rock: You can give the concrete a rocky appearance by adding faux rock texture. You can find these types of decorative concrete finishes near pools and in the garden area.


Conclusion


These are just a handful of options among many other decorative concrete finishes available in the market. You can contact a professional company ashy have the workforce that excels in not only technical aspects but also the creative aspect giving the flooring desired finish. Make sure you trust a good and experienced company. In fact, one of these decorative concretes come with so easy installing techniques that you can go for DIY and give the desired look to the concrete without depending on a contractor.

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