Installing Countertop

Installing Countertop

Concrete Countertops are great!

If you are unfamiliar with concrete ceilings, you may feel a bit amused by the idea of having a sidewalk where your kitchen counter top or bathroom vanity should be.

I can assure you that this comic vision is far from the elegant look, warm and natural of this surface. Concrete countertops can be customized with unique colors, unusual shapes and specialty finishes are not available with other surfaces.

Truly a dream design, concrete countertops are rapidly gaining popular restaurants, hotels and homeowners.

Colors

Virtually any color can be achieved with cement countertops. Each manufacturer mixes his own recipe of sand, water and stone and custom color pigment can be added to the mix or stains can be applied in subsequent stages. Either way you get a color change in only one of its top surface.

The particular color, the process results in tones that are warm and rich earth tones. Whereas the colors found in nature provides us with an incredible range of creams, deep red sandstone and all shades in between, your choice is almost endless.

The most popular colors are creams, grays and browns that are a natural complement to the popular decoration and design materials such as wood, stone, stainless steel and brick.

Design possibilities

As pigments, dyes, various aggregates and epoxy layers are added to the mixture of concrete, the cover can be created to resemble the appearance, texture and feel of quarried stone such as marble, granite and limestone.

Interesting objects like shells, coins and glass tiles can be set to support its plan to enhance any decorating theme or give deepened in which the floor area. This is particularly beneficial for restaurants and hotels when creating a theme for decorating, but also offers attractive design possibilities of your home.

Like other natural stone surfaces, concrete is not a static material and acquire character over time.

Unlimited Shapes and Forms

If you want a non-traditional way, then definitely concrete countertops are the most versatile face on the market. Its cover can be as unique as your imagination. The molds can be individually shaped perfectly to any private space or unusual place.

Bends, L-forms and forms-V are all available options in the design of concrete countertops.

Trivets for hot pots and pans can be made and built in sinks are popular for both kitchen and bathroom.

Many border styles as possible for you can be sure to find one you like, but each manufacturer is a little different for that their selection will depend on your contractor.

Manufacture and installation

As with the dye, each manufacturer has its own method. It is possible that before issuing the shop counter in a controlled environment, or create it in place.

Concrete countertops are made with a combination of cement, aggregates light and additives such as silica, smoke, pozzolan and acrylic fibers. structural steel or wire mesh and / or fiberglass is used as reinforcement. Sometimes, the concrete can be a cause or polished to achieve a finer, smoother finish.

The final step during the installation of the counter is to seal the concrete. The type of sealant used varies so check with your installer.

Price

Concrete countertops range in price from $ 66 - $ 125 per foot square for materials, plus installation of between $ 40 - $ 50 per hour. Installation is difficult and requires a high level of skill and experience to do well. Therefore, the high price.

This could be much more than countertops laminate surfaces, but concrete offer more style and durability to the laminate.

In fact, the price of a used concrete countertops can rival that of some granite or marble faces covered with beauty to match.

Cleaning and care

It is not recommended to use your pots concrete deck as a cutting board and place hot pans or directly on the surface. Concrete might be hard and tough, but his desk yet to be treated with proper care.

Clean your concrete countertop is no different from cleaning of granite. Hot water and a sponge to clean properly. For more aggressive cleaning is required in neutral pH balanced soaps are recommended. Abrasive cleaners should be avoided.

Its concrete deck should be waxed every three months for the continuity of care and protection of the sealant.

They are concrete countertops for you?

Let's see:

Pro:

  • Custom colors are available. The colors of wood, granite, marble and other durable alternatives are limited to the material itself.
  • Customization is only possible through the incorporation of objects on the cover to give depth and create a particular topic.
  • Any shape or form can be fashionable with a function sinks and drain boards.
  • Concrete countertops can be installed seamlessly in many cases.

With

  • Concrete countertops are more porous than granite, require initially sealed and waxed on a regular basis
  • They are not heat or scratch test
  • Concrete countertops are more susceptible to cracks
  • Expensive - often more than granite or marble

Concrete countertops certainly offer interesting possibilities for design and style was not found with other surfaces and some compensation, as usual. However, professional installation and proper care can be sure your concrete countertops will provide years of fashionable and functional satisfaction.

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