Polished concrete (or also known as micro cement) worktops and floor – YAY or NAY?!
First of all, what is micro concrete? It is a cement based coating which can be applied thinly (3mm) to a range of different surfaces like wood, tiles, plaster etc. It provides the look and feel of concrete at a fraction of the cost of real concrete. The material is very durable and can be applied easily to internal and external surfaces. Further it provides a seamless, functional and contemporary finish in any colour you like.
Micro concrete is a waterproof and anti-slip material, therefore ideal for bathrooms, kitchen worktops and splashbacks.
Due to its neutral pH, the material doesn’t develop any mould, fungi or bacteria. It is a natural product and doesn’t involve any chemicals that could cause allergies. Polished concrete provides a hygienic, stain and heat resistant surface, it doesn’t raise any dust, leaves the air clean, it is very easy to clean and maintain and is therefore in my opinion a fantastic choice for floor, worktops and walls inside and outside.
Our polished concrete floor and worktops are now about two years old and I must say that I love it as much as on the first day. It actually looks better the older it gets. One of the comments I received from a visiting friend was: “your worktops feel sexy” and I must admit, she just nailed the description! Yay or Nay? – For me, always a big fat YAY!
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