Concrete flooring inside/outside

8 years ago

I'm thinking of using a concrete floor in the kitchen/diner of my new
build. I like the look, but the other main driver is low cost (I haven't
done the maths yet, but am assuming cheaper than all but the cheapest
tiles?). Presumably I can have concrete continued to the outdoor area
that leads off the kitchen through sliding doors? It's just that I've
never seen it done, so was wondering why not have a concrete outdoor
area? Outdoor areas always seem to be made of tiles of some description
or wood. Would really appreciate anybody's experience/advice.

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isobel8
8 years ago
I saw a gorgeous polished concrete floor in a restaurant recently and am considering it myself for an open plan kitchen/living. The staff in the restaurant mentioned that it was a nightmare as it was extremely slippy and dangerous when wet. I too would love to extend the concrete to our outside courtyard - so this scared me.

I was under the impression that polished concrete was quite expensive?

I would be interested to hear any other feedback on concrete floors.
angelaaka
Original Author
8 years ago
I guess that would depend on the finish. I live next to a farmyard with a large expanse of concrete and it's not at all slippy when wet. Of course the finish isn't super-smooth and polished, but it's smooth enough to put tables and chairs on without a particular wobble. I can't see why a slightly smoother version wouldn't be perfect, but you never seem to see it outside domestically which is why I asked the question. Has anybody used it outside?
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