There are countless options available for your kitchen floor, from traditional wood floors to modern tile. All of these materials have various benefits and integrate beautifully with many different kitchen styles, but concrete flooring is quickly becoming a popular option. Here are five benefits to choosing concrete flooring when you’re ready to take the leap in a kitchen remodel.

Versatility

When we say “concrete,” you may start picturing grey, cold floors that come straight out of a warehouse. However, concrete flooring is much more versatile than you might think! When used in the kitchen, they can be installed in a wide range of stunning colors, sheens, textures, and patterns to create a beautiful, functional space. Their beauty makes them one of the most modern and innovative ways to ramp-up the space’s style.

 

New techniques for finishing concrete have made concrete floors go from just functional to luxurious. Dyes can be added as the wet concrete is being mixed to produce a vast range of natural colors. Acid or concrete stains, paint, and other surface treatments can create beautiful, unique finishes. Alternatively, you can stamp the concrete with rubber stencils to give it texture. Combined with the right dyes or coloring agents, finished concrete can mimic ceramic tile, natural stone, brick, and even dirt!

Sustainability

Green living and sustainability are now top concerns for new homeowners, concrete floors can help turn your kitchen into an eco-friendly mecca!

 

  • If using an existing concrete pad, you can avoid using new materials during installation to cut down on waste being sent to landfills.

  • When choosing the colorants and sealants for your new concrete floors, you have the option to opt for a low-VOC product. This helps you avoid carcinogenic solvents found in high-VOC products that are much less eco-friendly.

  • For new constructions or concrete poured over an existing slab, you can add radiant heat. Running electrical cables or hot water tubes embedded in the concrete creates warm, comfy floors. Radiant heat has been proven to more effectively heat your space, reducing your overall heating bills.

High Durability & Low-Maintenance Upkeep

Concrete flooring and its structural concrete pad are, by nature, extremely durable. It is difficult to damage; pets, furniture legs, and shoes won’t scrape the surface. Even most dropped items won’t leave a scratch. While it’s not impossible to chip or scratch a concrete surface, you have to work pretty hard to do so.

 

Because of heavy daily use, the kitchen area can become messy and cluttered rather quickly. Concrete floors won’t require constant scrubbing and deep-cleaning, and will cut back your daily to-do list! A once-a-week mopping with some soapy water and waxing/sealing every three to nine months will be all you need to keep your floors shining!

Affordable, Cost-Effective Pricing

Any size kitchen remodel is a significant expense, and replacing the flooring can be a substantial portion of the budget. The good news is, concrete flooring isn’t just beautiful and durable. It’s one of the most affordable solutions for achieving a high-end look in the kitchen!

 

  • If all that’s needed is to give an existing slab a polish, you’ll be looking at just $2 to $6 per square foot. The concrete’s tonal differences, subtle cracks, and aggregates take on a stonelike, natural feel.

  • For more elaborate decorative finishes, like grid patterns, or different textures, the cost can range from $5 to $8 per square foot. Staining concrete floors is a popular option — different colors and application techniques combine to create a finish that’s unique to the home, with subtle variations across the floor.

Longevity

A floor that has been polished and maintained can be expected to last a hundred years or more. Even in commercial environments, concrete will survive high-traffic conditions for many decades. In the long run, this can save you a considerable amount of money and effort over replacing flooring every few years.

 

A concrete floor is reliable and durable, and if it is properly installed and maintained, it can last for as long as you own the house. If you want your kitchen to look great and hold up to the daily demands of life, that starts from the ground-up! With these benefits, you are guaranteed a gorgeous kitchen update that stands the test of time without dealing with stress, hassle, and high costs along the way.