Why You Should Consider Polished Concrete Countertops
As a homeowner, you’d never consider concrete as a material for your kitchen or bathroom countertops, right? Concrete is dull, flat and dirty-looking.
Except it isn’t, particularly when it’s colored and polished. (Think: shiny, polished and dyed surfaces.) And it’s ideal for an exciting, new look for your home’s countertops, sinks, and vanities. Today, the “farmhouse” look is highly sought after in decorating, and polished concrete is one of the staples of this fashion.
Concrete can be treated (dyed, imprinted and polished) to look like almost anything. The result is a shiny, decorative surface that rivals granite or marble for attractiveness and design flexibility. Because polishing is a multi-step process, homeowners can choose the level of sheen from stain to high-gloss that meets their maintenance and aesthetic requirements. It’s also possible to produce a terrazzo look by grinding through the top few millimeters of the concrete surface to expose the aggregate. Additionally, sparkle can be added, or even inset materials. Once the surface is created the way you want it, it’s sealed to protect it from stains and scratches.
Personalization, Just for You
The level of personalization that is possible with polished concrete countertops is nearly endless. Professionals like Elite Concrete Systems can vary the size, shape, color, type of aggregate and level of exposure, texture, and finish to create a unique concrete design for your home or business. In fact, in addition to being a good value over granite or marble, the levels of customization that can be achieved are far higher.
Save Money, Design Countertops the Way You Want Them
Polished concrete countertops are as durable as more traditional and expensive materials, and are just as attractive, whether you’re aiming for a modern or traditional look. (And the sky’s the limit when it comes to design.) At Elite Concrete Systems, we offer complete, full service, bespoke, custom fabrication of concrete countertops as well as other residential features like sinks, wall tiles, and hearths. If it’s time to change your home’s look, it’s time to look at polished concrete.
Call for a Consultation
Call Elite Concrete Systems at 860-307-9499 to discuss your ideas for polished concrete countertops, or visit our website and view our gallery of beautiful polished concrete floors.