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3 Inexpensive Options for Concrete Floor Finishes
Most people think that concrete floors are boring and uninteresting. But there are actually numerous choices when it comes to concrete floor finishes. With the right finish, a plain concrete floor can turn into something more worthy of note.
The floor can be painted or stained so a little texture is added on the typical light gray finish. A little variety can also be achieved by using stamped concrete with the custom shapes that make the surface more than the usual. Another simple way of adding a bit of texture is to use a broom on wet concrete floor instead of the usual smooth finish.
Add a touch of coloring
People who opt for concrete floors do not have to settle for the typical look. They can actually add a splash of coloring. This can be done by using a special coloring liquid or powder into the cement mixture. With this method, a lighter colored surface can be achieved.
If you prefer a darker shade however, you can also choose to sprinkle color hardeners over the surface of the wet concrete. This should give the surface a darker shade. It also does not mean that home owners get stuck with a boring floor if they have not thought about adding some color to the surface. This is because there is an option for staining the surface. So, it does not matter whether the concrete floor has long been dried.
Add texture to a rather smooth surface
Another option for concrete floor finishes is to utilize stamped concrete. Such an option is ideal if you want to have a texture rather than color on your floor. Custom shapes are also available so you can achieve the look you are hoping to get. The choices vary from custom patterns to fun animal shapes and sports themes.
You do not need to have stone, tiles, bricks or marbles used to avoid the usual look. You can make a concrete floor absolutely more interesting with the right custom shapes for added texture. Your yard and garage never have to suffer from the plain look again. This is a perfect project you can do to update an outdated cement floor look.
Use the broom for finishing
The options already stated do not cost that much. But if you want to go for the cheapest option, you can just use a broom stick to give the floor some texture. This can be done on a wet concrete. Instead of smoothing out the surface, you can get a broom stick and sweep the floor as if you are cleaning.
The look you are bound to achieve shall depend on how hard or how light you apply the broom over the wet floor surface. In which case, you should plan and pick the right broom to achieve the look you imagine. It is neither eccentric nor too typical. And it is the cheapest option out of the concrete floor finishes and can definitely help you escape the otherwise boring surface.