Concrete Floors

For many years, plain concrete slabs were used as flooring in basements, garages, patios, and utility areas, but concrete is now a viable material in home interiors, where it can be polished, etched, or stained to serve as the finished flooring surface.

If you’re used to thinking of concrete as a utilitarian surface that should only be used for practical surfaces, the many benefits of concrete as a decorative flooring material may surprise you. Concrete can be used to create some of the most elegant and colorful floors you’ve ever seen, but they aren’t suitable for every home’s aesthetic.

Why Consider Getting a Concrete Floor?

A concrete floor is exceptionally strong and durable, and if installed and maintained properly, it can last for the life, take note also that the design options are astoundingly diverse. Concrete floors can be used as a substitute for linoleum or carpet, and they are also great alternatives to wood, tile, stone, or marble flooring. Concrete floors can be stained almost any color and resurfaced with a variety of textures and finishes. They can also be polished to give them a shiny, smooth look. The good thing about them as well is that concrete flooring is long-lasting, durable, and easy to maintain. Nowadays, exposing concrete subfloors in your home or business is an economical and eco-friendly option that anyone can try.

Pros and Cons of Concrete Floors

Concrete flooring offers many benefits. Compare them with the drawbacks to see if the concrete is right for you.

Advantages:

Can be tailored to any budget.
Unending creative possibilities.
It requires little upkeep.
It has a lifespan of up to 50 years.
It is resistant to moisture and stains when properly sealed.
Friendly to pets.
In the home, allergens are reduced.
Radiant heating is an option.
Excluded are VOCs (volatile organic compounds).

Disadvantages:

Sometimes resealing is required.
It can be difficult to repair.
Warmth and comfort may necessitate the use of area rugs.
Cracks can form over time.
When wet, it can become slippery.

Repair and Maintenance

Concrete flooring starts with a structural concrete pad, which is extremely strong and durable by nature, which is why it is so popular in hard-working commercial areas like garages and warehouses. When used as a residential flooring material, concrete has similar advantages. It is difficult to scratch and you also don’t have to worry about most dropped items causing damage. While it is possible to chip or scratch a concrete surface, it takes a lot of effort.

To maintain the protective layer, it must be sealed or waxed every one to three years, depending on the level of traffic. Aside from that, you can use a neutral cleaning agent to mop the floor clean regularly. Concrete floors can also tend to settle and crack over time, which is more common when an existing structural slab has been adapted to a finished residential flooring surface, such as when a basement or loft condo has been converted to a living space. If the floor becomes severely cracked, it can be patched, ground, and refinished to restore its sheen.

Consider Concrete Sidewalks

Concrete is a cost-effective and versatile material for residential sidewalks. Because of its strength and durability, concrete is an excellent choice for sidewalks. It is also less expensive to maintain than other options. Concrete is also anti-slip and anti-fire. It can also be poured more quickly than other methods, such as individual masonry units and stone laying. Concrete residential sidewalks qualify as “green construction” because they are manufactured locally and contain no harmful chemicals or solvents.

The endless design possibilities of concrete are what excite homeowners. Concrete’s design possibilities are endless. Brick, slate, and flagstone, as well as woodgrain and tile, can all be imitated.

Work With Concrete Gainesville Pros

Have you received a call from the city about the condition of your sidewalk? We can make it right! Concrete Gainesville Pros takes pride in enhancing the beauty of our community. We do not want any flaws on our community’s sidewalks.

You may be looking to add space to your home by purchasing a concrete walkway, and you have come to the right place. To finish such a project, it might be worth considering stamped concrete. This will up the “wow” factor. If you need a sidewalk in your neighborhood, do your homework and find the right contractor.

Also, if you have an existing slab foundation and a home style that is a good stylistic fit for the polished gleam of honed concrete, a concrete floor can be a good choice. Many people value the low cost of a concrete floor, especially when considering the long life this floor will have—you may never need to replace it. Work with us today and call us at 352-389-4054 and make those sidewalks and concrete floors happen.