With modern products and techniques, floor coverings with the look and appeal of natural stone are easy to create. Using a combination of cement coat, decorative aggregate, and the latest protective sealers and finishes, a unique designer look can be achieved. One of the best benefits of these designer floor coverings is that they can be installed for a price comparable to flooring boards, tile, or other flooring options.
The appeal of natural stone
For thousands of years, people have sought the beauty of natural stone in their homes. Whether it’s a floor, a workbench, or even a sculpture, there’s no question that stone’s strength, durability, and aesthetics are appealing.
Why stone floors are not practical
Although stone as a floor covering is attractive, there is no doubt that in reality this idea is impractical, if not impossible. Stone tiles are heavy and not suitable in many homes. They are also difficult to obtain and expensive to purchase, let alone install and maintain. Tiles leave unsightly grout marks that can affect the overall appearance. Cleaning stone floors can be a nightmare and the surfaces end up slippery and dangerous.
Alternative floor coverings
A wide range of designer flooring options are available that mimic the look of natural stone. They are cost effective, environmentally friendly and very easy to live with and maintain. Depending on the look you want to achieve, there are a few different flooring options.
Pandomo Floors are the best option if you are looking for a flat surface, similar to stone. They are formed with a layer of cement, which comes in a range of earthy colors such as black, charcoal, brown and white. Floors have some texture, with graining and color variations, just like with a stone countertop. The floors are then coated with a protective resin that gives them a glossy finish.
Terrazzo micro floors are ideal if you love the look of marble. Based on the style of flooring that became popular in Venice over 3,000 years ago, terrazzo floors have been the symbol of class and style for thousands of years. Due to labor and expense, these floors became impractical and no longer the focus of the design. Using a Pandomo floor surface, with the addition of decorative marble chips, Terrazzo Micro Floors achieves the same look, without the cost and weight.
The right floor coverings can help you achieve a stunning look in your home, store, office or showroom. Consider designer flooring for your next project.