Stained polished concrete

When concrete is stained, it gives you the feel of an expensive flooring, depending on the amount of staining and the staining pattern used. Polishing it only adds to the effect. And because there are no ‘slabs’, or lines that indicate the flooring isn’t a single piece, those who view it are bound to admire it and also wonder how you managed to get it done.

Dyed polished concrete

If you truly want ‘premium’ flooring, go with dyes. They provide a rich color texture and so, being able to use multiple colors and designer patterns lends dyed polished concrete floors a look that compares with the best in the world. Most people would be unable to tell the difference.

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Plain gray polished concrete

There is actually nothing fancy about this. It is plain gray, the natural color of concrete, yet smoothing it out and polishing it lends it that elegance which others would be hard pressed to match. The reflective surface that ensues makes it ideal for highlighting the various items in the room.

Scored and patterned polished concrete

Did you know that apart from displaying dazzling colors, concrete can also be cut, scored, stenciled and engraved? Virtually any design is possible with concrete, even the more complex ones. That is the versatility of concrete – even detailed, intricate designs/patterns can be etched into the floor, and with considerably less effort than with other types of flooring.

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Polished concrete overlays

Most often, it is likely that the original builder/contractor would have left behind an ‘imperfect’ concrete floor that is hardly smooth, thinking that other types of flooring would be installed on top of it later on. Polished concrete overlays are the solution. Because of the fact that they use colored aggregate, the flooring can be in any color that you want. Some people match it to the overall theme of the room, and the polish makes for an impressive finish.