Polished Concrete Areas have become incredibly popular in modern homes.
The decorative concretes economic benefits, versatility and durability are appealing to modern homeowners who like a good bargain and to customize their homes.
Polished Concrete Areas help give homes a modern sophisticated look. The smooth uninterrupted surface gives off an air of sophistication usually reserved for high-end establishments such as Resorts and Casinos. Polished concrete can also imitate expensive materials like marble and porcelain but at a fraction of the cost.
Polished Concrete Areas can be customised to suit personal styles and tastes. Polished Concrete can be dyed or stained most colours and designed with grids, patterns, borders or custom stencils. Pebbles, shards of glass or glitter can be added for a unique one of a kind area. Homeowners often look for ways to customize their homes, Polished Concrete Areas allow extra customization options and can help make the home stand out, impressing guests and family alike.
Aside from the aesthetic quality’s, Polished Concrete Areas can provide other benefits as well. The smooth glossy surface can reflect light, decreasing the need for artificial alternatives. It can also help warm the home. Concretes thermal mass properties allow it to absorb heat during the day and gradually release it at night.
Polished Concrete Areas are highly durable, with increased protection against damage, stains and other marks. Polished Concrete Areas are also easy to maintain. Upkeep and maintenance aren’t generally needed for years at a time, depending on how high traffic the area. Expensive chemicals and treatments are unnecessary during the cleaning process, which generally consists of only light mopping and sweeping.
Polished Concrete Areas can also be environmentally friendly. Recycled materials can be used in the construction of Polished Concrete Areas. Crushed glass, recycled plastics, and metal shavings are all able to be used in the design. While fly ash and slag cement, both waste by-products of common manufacturing faculties, can be used in the concrete mix.
The Concrete can be treated from the start, then polished before the rest of the house is constructed or it can be done later. Although, it is recommended to get the process done before the rest of the house is constructed.
Polished Concrete Areas are starting to become the norm in households due to their economic benefits, versatility, and durability.
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