We give our bathrooms, kitchens, and even our entire home a makeover, but when it comes to concrete, we tend to overlook it and then complain that our real estate is unattractive. The same applies to commercial establishments where first impressions matter. This is where decorative concrete comes to the rescue. Decorative concrete in such cases not only helps to improve the attractiveness of your real estate environment, but also helps a lot to increase its value.

Several residential concrete contractors, as well as homeowners, are considering options other than regular aggregate or concrete.

Decorative concrete uses normal concrete, but adds a touch of charm that concrete cannot otherwise provide.

Depending on the client’s tastes and preferences, a flooring specialist will perform the necessary steps before or after the concrete has cured. Decorative residential concrete contractors can incorporate various styles into their project.

So what is decorative concrete?

It is a term that is generally used for stamped, stamped and / or textured concrete. Some of the decorative styles and their explanations are as follows:

• Acid stain
  In this process, an acid is applied to the concrete after it hardens, and then carefully etched, which also adds colors. Such an application provides a marble effect on the existing slab.
• Epoxy flooring
  Epoxy is a type of adhesive that is used in areas where there is a lot of traffic. Provides additional strength to concrete and gives it a sleek, smooth finish. It is used in residential areas, but commercial and industrial uses are its main areas of application.
• Reflector enhancer
  This is one of the recent developments in decorative concrete in which metal chips and other additives that are reflective in nature are mixed with an epoxy. The end result is a 3D look that never fails to amaze any visitor.
• Stamped concrete
  When concrete is curing or pouring, it can be stamped to provide different effects to the concrete. Some of the possible effects are blocks, bricks, pavers, and slate.
• Dyes
  When concrete is poured, it can be mixed with a wide variety of colors. Some of the most used colors are red, blue and brown. However, any color can be used to match the surrounding décor.
• Concrete coatings
  In this, the existing concrete slab is cracked, damaged or pitted. A thin layer of cement is mixed with acrylics and spread across the slab. The thickness range of overlays can be 1/8 “to 4” or even more, depending on project requirements.