Hello, Why not? It is stylish at the moment and I like the fact that not many people go for this interior style as it is linked to industrial style interiors. You could check our Blog as we have an article of Industrial Style Interiors, it may help you in developing ideas further. http://blog.stjamesdesign.com/what-is-industrial-style-interior-design-2/ Also, just as others have said, if it times out it will be very easy to change for a different flooring. Regards, Izabella StJames Design Interiors

Got to agree with radicalman - there are actually a lot of downsides to a concrete floor. Because they're so brittle and hard they are almost guaranteed to crack - they're also very cold and unforgiving underfoot. We offer a poured resin that is just 3-4mm thick and is so similar looking to concrete a lot of people can't tell the difference. Essentially we pour two pigments at the same time and blend them so you get the same finish/effect - but it's warm, smooth, soft (elastic) and really comfortable so you can walk around your home/kitchen etc. barefoot without worrying about it! Aesthetically though I love a polished concrete floor - such a great blank canvas for any style as it complements contemporary interiors and provides a really interesting contrast with more traditional styles! If you want a warmer finish (in a taupey grey or warmer pigment) that's also possible and stops it looking too industrial...

For your bronze finish polished concrete floors, stiff key blue kitchen cabinets, and white granite worktops, here are some wall colour suggestions: Soft Neutral Tones: Warm greys, light taupe, or off-white for a calm backdrop that complements the floor and cabinets. Warm Beige or Sand: Complements the bronze tones in the floor and pairs well with the blue and white kitchen elements. Soft Blues or Greys: Muted blue or light grey to create cohesion with the stiff key blue cabinets, keeping the space airy. Charcoal or Deep Grey: Adds contrast and a modern touch, enhancing the industrial feel of the polished concrete. Subtle Greens: Light sage or soft olive for an earthy vibe that balances the industrial and cool elements. Test the colours in your space to see how they interact with the natural light and reflections!

If you are set on real wood flooring over a concrete (cement) subfloor, the key is using the correct type of wood and installation method, rather than solid wood. In almost all ground-floor situations, engineered wood is the safest and most stable option. In terms of thickness, 14 mm is ideally the minimum we would recommend. At this thickness you have: Better stability over concrete A thicker wear layer Less movement with seasonal changes That said, we do also have some 10 mm engineered options where ceiling height is very limited, but 14 mm remains the preferred solution where possible. For installation, a floating engineered floor with a foil-backed rubber underlay works extremely well on concrete. This type of underlay: https://woodfloors4u.co.uk/product/silverline-3mm-rubber-acoustic-underlay/ Acts as a damp-proof membrane Allows the slab to “breathe” rather than trapping moisture Provides sound reduction and comfort underfoot To further reduce movement, we strongly recommend applying PVA D3 glue to the tongue-and-groove joints during installation: https://woodfloors4u.co.uk/product/stauf-cold-glue-d3-pva-adhesive/?srsltid=AfmBOoqQpMmnRibVNwp3_UEg_bxaY9rjwfeC0z5SnOmFJjEmnygew1VU.  This doesn’t glue the floor to the subfloor, but it does help lock the boards together and significantly improves long-term stability. As long as moisture readings are within tolerance and the floor is properly acclimatised before fitting, this system will not push moisture into the walls or create damp or mould issues. If you have any other questions or advice please call, email or check our website for tips page www.woodfloors4u.co.uk / infowoodfloors4u.co.uk/ 020 85001940